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Arts, Concert, Music, Preview

Preview: The Silence of All Things: Thus Have I Heard by Siong Leng Musical Association

In their latest concert, the Siong Leng Musical Association is collaborating with Liu Xiaoyi, the Artistic Director of Emergency Stairs, working alongside Siong Leng Artistic Director Lin Shao Ling. Together, they will serve as co-artistic directors for a new trilogy entitled “The Silence of All Things,” using Nanyin and its practitioners as a starting point to explore the deep connections between Eastern philosophy and contemporary … Continue reading Preview: The Silence of All Things: Thus Have I Heard by Siong Leng Musical Association

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Arts, Singapore

Preview: The Substation’s Gathering Ground 2024 uses pop-ups to bring the arts to the community

Even without a permanent home, The Substation continues to produce and present initiatives that promote the arts, and platforms new talents. In its latest initiative, The Substation presents Gathering Ground, a fresh series of community pop-ups that invites the public to immerse themselves in the arts alongside them. Embodying their long-standing commitment to nurturing independent voices and fostering unexpected collaborations, Gathering Ground will comprise 3 … Continue reading Preview: The Substation’s Gathering Ground 2024 uses pop-ups to bring the arts to the community

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Arts, National Gallery, News, Preview, Singapore, Visual Art

Art What!: ‘Teo Eng Seng – We’re Happy. Are You Happy?’ at National Gallery Singapore

Revisit local and global events from the mid-20th century to the present through the ironic and sometimes tragicomic lens of veteran artist Teo Eng Seng at National Gallery Singapore’s latest exhibition. As part of its ongoing SG Artist series, National Gallery Singapore presents Teo Eng Seng: We’re Happy. Are You Happy?, the most extensive and comprehensive survey of this trailblazing multidisciplinary innovator to date. From 6 September 2024 to 2 February 2025, visitors can look forward to … Continue reading Art What!: ‘Teo Eng Seng – We’re Happy. Are You Happy?’ at National Gallery Singapore

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Arts, News, Singapore

National Arts Council and Singapore Land Authority launch joint tender in search of master tenant for new arts space at Kampong Java

In a first of its kind initiative, the National Arts Council (NAC) and the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) have launched a joint Price and Quality (PQ) tender for a row of five restored heritage properties at 52 to 56 Kampong Java Road (Kampong Java) for multi-disciplinary arts sandbox use. What that means is that the space at Kampong Java is intended to be used as … Continue reading National Arts Council and Singapore Land Authority launch joint tender in search of master tenant for new arts space at Kampong Java

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Art What!, Arts, Food, Theatre

An Interview with French Ambassador to Singapore Minh-di Tang on the place of culture and the 2024 vOilah! France Singapore Festival

Singapore and France have always enjoyed strong bilateral ties, all the way back to 1965, when France became one of the first 13 countries which recognised our independence. Even today, the two countries continue to enjoy plenty of exchange and agreement – most recently, DPM Lawrence Wong even visited France to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking of how best to build even stronger … Continue reading An Interview with French Ambassador to Singapore Minh-di Tang on the place of culture and the 2024 vOilah! France Singapore Festival

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Art What!, Arts, Interview, Preview, Theatre, Theatreworks

An Interview with T:>Works Artistic Director Ong Keng Sen on second edition of Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA)

Last Wednesday, the second edition of T:>Works’ Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA) welcomed artist Hira Nabi to deliver an opening keynote, where the filmmaker presented a lecture performance at 72-13. Titled How to Love A Tree, the presentation showcased footage of green landscapes and misty mountains, while Hira spoke of forest time and the spectre of colonialism, drawing us into a dreamscape … Continue reading An Interview with T:>Works Artistic Director Ong Keng Sen on second edition of Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA)

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NHB Launches its First Heritage Activation Node in Katong-Joo Chiat in Collaboration with Community Partners

The character of a neighbourhood is defined by its spaces, the activities that take place at such spaces, and the people who live, work and play in each neighbourhood. The National Heritage Board (NHB)’s new Heritage Activation Node (HAN) initiative shines the spotlight on these three aspects and empowers the community to celebrate and champion the heritage of their neighbourhoods.  The inaugural HAN (HAN @ Katong-Joo Chiat) … Continue reading NHB Launches its First Heritage Activation Node in Katong-Joo Chiat in Collaboration with Community Partners

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Art What!, Arts, Food, Theatre

Preview: vOilah! France Singapore Festival 2024

Singapore and France have always kept close relations with each other, and what better way to celebrate that sacred bond that with a festival? This April, the annual vOilah! France Singapore Festival returns once again to immerse visitors in the vibrant tapestry of French culture in Singapore, with a line-up of programmes that spans audiovisual arts, performing arts, visual arts, lifestyle, sports, science, gastronomy and … Continue reading Preview: vOilah! France Singapore Festival 2024

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Art What!, Arts, National Gallery, Singapore, Visual Art

Art What!: Figuring A Scene at National Gallery Singapore

How do you understand and make sense of artworks? Dr. Patrick Flores, Deputy Director of Curatorial and Research at National Gallery Singapore suggests that elements from nature can lend meaning by animating social forms and shaping each viewer’s unique understanding of artworks. This inquiry is explored in National Gallery Singapore’s upcoming exhibition, Figuring a Scene, which runs till 1st December 2024. Housed in Dalam Southeast … Continue reading Art What!: Figuring A Scene at National Gallery Singapore

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Art What!: Cheong Soo Pieng – Layer by Layer at National Gallery Singapore

Step into a fascinating world of stories within leading Singaporean artist Cheong Soo Pieng’s artworks with National Gallery Singapore’s new exhibition Cheong Soo Pieng: Layer by Layer. The free exhibition is Southeast Asia’s first to use in-depth material analysis, through tools such as x-ray scans and infrared photography to reveal fresh insights into Cheong’s artistic processes and innovative use of materials. Layer by Layer breaks … Continue reading Art What!: Cheong Soo Pieng – Layer by Layer at National Gallery Singapore

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