Tag: Arts

Arts, London, Preview, Theatre, travel, travelXculture

In London’s (Off) West End 2019: “It Might Be Okay” Tête à Tête – The Opera Festival 2019

LONDON – Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival returns for its twelfth iteration this July, giving the festival’s alumni and debutantes platform to experiment with unconventional operatic forms which may, or may not, be works of genius, given its unusual theme of It Might Be Okay. Grounded in themes of mythology, loss and transitions, the festival offers stories to us in dark times to remind us … Continue reading In London’s (Off) West End 2019: “It Might Be Okay” Tête à Tête – The Opera Festival 2019

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Arts, Concert, Music, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Kerson Leong Plays Schumann presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

At just 22 years of age, Canadian violinist Kerson Leong’s fast-rising career has taken the world by storm, and brought him to the world’s leading venues, from Carnegie to Wigmore. This August, he makes his Singapore debut with Schumann’s Violin Concerto – written in 1853 and subsequently lost for over 80 years, whose recovery was shrouded in ghostly mysteries and intrigue. Conducted by renowned Finnish … Continue reading Preview: Kerson Leong Plays Schumann presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Art What!, Arts, Museums, Singapore

Museum Musings: ArtScience Museum Celebrates Moon Landing’s 50th Anniversary with Moongazers

In conjunction with their ongoing Floating Utopias exhibition, the ArtScience Musuem is set to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11’s landing on the moon with a special event titled Moongazers. Taking place from 18th to 20th July, Moongazers explores the reverberations of Apollo 11’s achievement today and looks into our complex fascination with the Moon through a variety of performances, films, talks and workshops. At the centre of Moongazers is Luke Jerram’s breathtaking Museum of Moon installation, where various programmes … Continue reading Museum Musings: ArtScience Museum Celebrates Moon Landing’s 50th Anniversary with Moongazers

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Arts, Opera, Review, Singapore

Review: Dwarf by The Opera People

Zemlinsky’s opera receives a high school twist that exposes society’s ugly prejudices. A 1922 Austrian opera may seem like it has little to do with Singapore in 2019, but with The Opera People’s Dwarf, there may be more similarities than meets the eye. While the original Der Zwerg closely followed its Wildean source material The Infantata’s Birthday, where a Spanish Infantata (princess) receives a dwarf for her birthday, only … Continue reading Review: Dwarf by The Opera People

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72-13, Arts, Music, Preview, Singapore, Theatreworks

TheatreWorks’ N.O.W. 2019 Opens

The first edition of TheatreWorks’ N.O.W. programme kicked off on 10th July at 72-13, the home of Theatreworks. Headed by Noorlinah Mohamed, N.O.W. 2019 is set to be the first part of a three year interdisciplinary project focused entirely on spotlighting women creators, thinkers and change-makers, not just in the arts, but across all Singapore industries. Nowhere was this dedication to showcasing women of all backgrounds … Continue reading TheatreWorks’ N.O.W. 2019 Opens

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Arts, Concert, Drama Centre, Preview, Singapore

Hossan-AH 50!: An Interview with Hossan Leong

Best known for his roles on television and stage, over the years, Hossan Leong has grown to become one of our nation’s icons, from The Hossan Leong Show to the host of local game show We Are Singaporeans. Now, the quintessential ‘Singapore Boy’ is about to celebrate his own golden jubilee as he hits the big 5-0 this year, and he’s celebrating with a party … Continue reading Hossan-AH 50!: An Interview with Hossan Leong

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Arts, malaysia, Preview, travel, travelXculture

Preview: George Town Festival 2019

PENANG, MALAYSIA – Back for its 10th edition this weekend, the annual George Town Festival returns with a promise to deliver an  entirely new way of experiencing arts to everyone. This year, the Festival embodies the idea of making arts accessible to all, regardless of age or background, with a range of programmes that take place all around the historic city. From traditional auditoriums to halls, shophouse … Continue reading Preview: George Town Festival 2019

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Art What!, Singapore

START at Gillman Barracks to Develop and Promote Art Collecting Locally

This July, Gillman Barracks launches START at Gillman Barracks, a three-day lifestyle event with the aim of developing and engaging potential art collectors and art enthusiasts to start collecting art. Featuring a dedicated retail space with contemporary art, limited edition prints, furniture and fashion by local designers and brands, the event will also be complemented by tours of the precinct with personalities themed around collecting … Continue reading START at Gillman Barracks to Develop and Promote Art Collecting Locally

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Arts, Dance with Me, Food, Preview, Singapore

Preview: The Mem’s Servants by Project Plait and Artistry

Project Plait’s A Samsui Love Affair, which played last year as part of the Singapore Food Festival, impressed us with its elegant mix of dance and delicious food. This year, they’re back again with a brand new site-specific project, this time collaborating with Artistry to present The Mem’s Servants. Set in 1921, The Mem’s Servants takes place as the British Empire is being built at full steam. House 18 Temenggong … Continue reading Preview: The Mem’s Servants by Project Plait and Artistry

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Arts, London, Preview, Theatre, travel, travelXculture

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019: Will, or Eight Lost Years of William Shakespeare’s Life by Victoria Baumgartner

EDINBURGH –  Few people are completely in the dark about English playwright/poet William Shakespeare. But did you know about the lost years of his life? Written and directed by Victoria Baumgartner, Will tells the story of how a young Will becomes the poet William Shakespeare with echoes to his future works, as well as modern music and free dance, in-between fantasies and reality. Performed by a cast of … Continue reading Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019: Will, or Eight Lost Years of William Shakespeare’s Life by Victoria Baumgartner

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