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Preview: Lan Shui’s Farewell – Mahler’s Resurrection by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

In his final concerts as Music Director of the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, Lan Shui directs his swansong in the form of Mahler’s monumental Resurrection Symphony, a work close to his heart. Having served as Music Director of the Singapore Symphony Orchestra since 1997, Lan Shui has been described as having “turned a good regional orchestra into a world-class ensemble that plays its heart out at … Continue reading Preview: Lan Shui’s Farewell – Mahler’s Resurrection by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Preview: Red Balloon Concert Series by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

As 2019 approaches, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra is set to launch an all new concert series. Titled Red Balloon, the series features a host of exciting international guest artistes set to defy genre, and audiences should prepare only to be surprised. Red Balloon opens mid-January with Reich in 60 Minutes. At the centre of this concert is of course, Steve Reich, one of America’s greatest and most influential living composers, … Continue reading Preview: Red Balloon Concert Series by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Review: Marie & The Nutcracker by ANDSOFORTH

Intelligent toys, a mouse king and sexy candy make this version of The Nutcracker a fun Christmas romp. From the outside, one would never that there was an entire world of wonders hidden away at Andsoforth’s space on the top floor of a nondescript building. But as Andsoforth has proven time and time again, magic can happen if you just believe (and have the skills to put it … Continue reading Review: Marie & The Nutcracker by ANDSOFORTH

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Review: A $ingapore Carol by W!ld Rice

The Dickensian holiday classic gets a Singaporean twist There are few shows more quintessential to Christmas than Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, having received countless adaptations and stagings each holiday season. And here in sunny Singapore, while it may not be the most familiar tale to most, all that might just change with W!ld Rice’s Singaporean twist on the classic – A $ingapore Carol. Written … Continue reading Review: A $ingapore Carol by W!ld Rice

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Christmas Wonderland 2018: An Interview with Magician Rob Lake

This year, Christmas Wonderland returns to Gardens by the Bay, with a Christmas celebration reminiscent of the many yuletide fairs and markets in Europe, complete with light installations, holly jolly food, and plenty of live performances. While last year’s lineup featured an Ethiopian circus, this year’s edition will be going for something a little more magical – literally, with America’s Got Talent alumni and magician … Continue reading Christmas Wonderland 2018: An Interview with Magician Rob Lake

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Preview: Tine Thing Helseth – Arutiunian Trumpet Concerto by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

Acclaimed Norwegian trumpeter Tine Thing Helseth makes her Singapore debut next January as she presents one of the best-loved of 20th century trumpet showpieces: Arutiunian’s Trumpet Concerto at the Esplanade Concert Hall. Conducted by former Chief Conductor to the Basque National Orchestra Jun Märkl, Arutiunian’s Trumpet Concerto is best known as a vigorous display of Armenian lyricism and flavour. Other songs in the lineup include the … Continue reading Preview: Tine Thing Helseth – Arutiunian Trumpet Concerto by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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A Very W!ld Rice Christmas: An Interview with Director Hossan Leong and The Cast of A $ingapore Carol

This holiday season, W!ld Rice is going full on with the Yuletide festivities as they power through into their final show of the season – their annual year-end pantomime. This time around, they’re adapting Charles Dickens’ holiday classic A Christmas Carol and putting their signature local twist on it, resulting in A $ingapore Carol. Written by Jonathan Lim with a musical score by Elaine Chan, get ready for … Continue reading A Very W!ld Rice Christmas: An Interview with Director Hossan Leong and The Cast of A $ingapore Carol

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Preview: SSO Christmas Concert by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

Celebrate the most wonderful time of year with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra this December with the SSO Christmas Concert! But don’t expect just your usual Christmas tunes – look out for a medley of contemporary Christmas hits, as led by guest singer-songwriter Mandy Dickson. Known for her vivacity and honeyed, dulcet tones, Mandy has performed in over 20 countries in shows like Disney On Classic – … Continue reading Preview: SSO Christmas Concert by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Preview: Christmas Wonderland 2018 at Gardens By The Bay

Gardens by the Bay’s Christmas Wonderland returns this December for its fifth edition to shine brighter than ever! Inspired by the Christmas fairs and carnivals all over Europe, Christmas Wonderland is set to return with an edition that’s bigger than ever before, with new highlights and attractions to look forward to, including a brand new Garden Rhapsody – The Christmas Special light and sound show, … Continue reading Preview: Christmas Wonderland 2018 at Gardens By The Bay

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Preview: SNYO Pre-Tour Concert – Journey of Friendship by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

Prior to their concert tour to Guangzhou and Hong Kong, the Singapore National Youth Orchestra (SNYO) will treat our local audiences to their tour programme this December at the Esplanade! Conducted by SNYO Principal Guest Conductor Peter Stark (set to take up an appointment as Special Term Professor to the Zhejiang Conservatory in Hangzhou in 2019). the concert opens with the world premiere performance of … Continue reading Preview: SNYO Pre-Tour Concert – Journey of Friendship by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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