The Music & Drama Company celebrates its golden jubilee and rekindled fond memories at its “Music & Memories” heartland show

To mark its 50th anniversary, the Music & Drama Company (MDC) pays tribute to its roots and thanks National Servicemen through a three-day song and dance extravaganza titled “Music & Memories” at the Toa Payoh HDB Hub Atrium.   MDC was established in 1973 by then-Defence Minister Dr. Goh Keng Swee to boost the morale of our soldiers in the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) through live entertainment. MDC has come a long … Continue reading The Music & Drama Company celebrates its golden jubilee and rekindled fond memories at its “Music & Memories” heartland show

Art What!: Now Is Not The Time – A Timeless Tribute to Lee Kuan Yew and Singapore, by X3D in collaboration with Daniel Arsham

On 16 September, the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore’s beloved first and longest-serving prime minister, would have turned 100.Widely acknowledged as the architect of modern Singapore, Mr Lee led the island nation’s dramatic transformation from a developing country to a global economic powerhouse in less than five decades. “When it came to pursuing his vision for Singapore, his energy was unparalleled. He was just … Continue reading Art What!: Now Is Not The Time – A Timeless Tribute to Lee Kuan Yew and Singapore, by X3D in collaboration with Daniel Arsham

Preview: Artificial Indian by Rishi Budhrani

Rishi Budhrani, Singapore’s top comedian, actor and host, is set for a brand new stand-up show this September. Playing at the Drama Centre Theatre from 29th to 30th September, Artificial Indian explores themes of identity – with possible special appearance by some artificial intelligence. After becoming the first stand-up comedian to host the National Day Parade last year, doing an entire sold-out stand-up comedy show … Continue reading Preview: Artificial Indian by Rishi Budhrani

Andsoforth Unveils The Gentle Club – A Themed Cocktail and Dessert Experience Inspired by “Around the World in 80 Days”

Following the tremendous success of their immersive production Around the World in 80 Days, Andsoforth has announced the launch of The Gentle Club, a theatrical cocktail and dessert experience set this September. The Gentle Club, formerly known as The Reform Club, was exclusively a Gentlemen’s Club for men. However, Mr. Phileas and Aouda Fogg (inspired by the characters from Jules Verne’s novel) are pleased to … Continue reading Andsoforth Unveils The Gentle Club – A Themed Cocktail and Dessert Experience Inspired by “Around the World in 80 Days”

Review: liTHE 2023 by T.H.E Second Company

Triple bill of work reflects on the self and our relationship with society.  Even with the apocalyptic pandemic somewhat behind us, 2023 still feels like a nightmare at times, whether it’s waking up to more bad news brought to us on our feeds, messy politics and scandals, and all of it making us want to curl up into a ball and tuck ourselves away from … Continue reading Review: liTHE 2023 by T.H.E Second Company

Activating spaces, making places, and finding community at The Substation’s ‘Re-Connect/Centre/Converge: The Arts Festival’

It’s not every day you end up spending your birthday in a carpark, but that’s exactly what Singapore’s first contemporary arts centre did, as The Substation celebrated its 33rd anniversary last Saturday on the 8th floor carpark of Parklane Shopping Mall. This wasn’t just a random celebration with cake and drinks however, and very intentionally coincided with a milestone event – opening night of The … Continue reading Activating spaces, making places, and finding community at The Substation’s ‘Re-Connect/Centre/Converge: The Arts Festival’

★★☆☆☆ Review: The Thieves by Toy Factory

Comedy about student eco-terrorists has a fun concept but muddles the point. The ongoing conversation surrounding climate change may be exhausting and anxiety-inducing, but for theatremaker Rachel Chin, that doesn’t always have to be the case, as she attempts to subvert that with her new play The Thieves. Developed under Toy Factory’s The Wright Stuff playwright incubation programme, The Thieves made its premiere last week … Continue reading ★★☆☆☆ Review: The Thieves by Toy Factory

Preview: da:ns focus 2023: CAN – Connect Asia Now

Running as part of their da:ns focus 2023 programme, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay presents the first edition of CAN – Connect Asia Now, a weekend dedicated to contemporary works by Asian dancemakers, from 13th to 15th October 2023. Slated to become an annual event, CAN is dedicated to supporting and platforming regional artists, gathering artists, practitioners, producers and international presenters to come together, … Continue reading Preview: da:ns focus 2023: CAN – Connect Asia Now

Review: Beyond Human by SMU INDANCITY (SMU Arts Fest 2023)

Imagining the future through movement, dance and costume. What does the future look like? According to student contemporary dance group SMU INDANCITY, it’s a time where humans have evolved in new unimaginable ways, where technology becomes integrated into our lives, and where our relationship with the world around us has irrevocably changed. Playing last Saturday as part of the annual SMU Arts Fest, SMU INDANCITY’s … Continue reading Review: Beyond Human by SMU INDANCITY (SMU Arts Fest 2023)

The Substation’s ‘Re-Connect/Centre/Converge: The Arts Festival’ opens this weekend

The Substation, Singapore’s pioneering independent arts centre, will launch Re-connect/Centre/Converge: The Arts Festival on the 16th September 2023 at 6:30pm at Lvl 8 Parklane Shopping Centre Led by Festival Director John Tung, The Arts Festival features 15 Singapore artists presenting an array of artworks and programmes, and reflects on the circumstances of arts presentation, place-making, and fostering community between artists and audiences. As John Tung … Continue reading The Substation’s ‘Re-Connect/Centre/Converge: The Arts Festival’ opens this weekend