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Preview: March On 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Taking place during the March school holidays, Esplanade’s annual March On festival returns as a gentle, purposeful invitation for young audiences to encounter the arts on their own terms. Designed especially for children and youths, the festival brings together theatre, dance and interdisciplinary works that speak to curiosity, imagination and emotional discovery, while offering caregivers a chance to slow down and see the world alongside … Continue reading Preview: March On 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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SGIFF 2025: An Interview with the director and cast of ‘This City Is A Battlefield’ (Perang Kota)

In Indonesian director Mouly Surya’s latest film, This City Is a Battlefield reminds us that revolution is never a clean or heroic act. Set in Jakarta in 1946, in the uneasy year following Indonesia’s declaration of independence, the film plunges into a city caught between collapsing empires and fragile new ideals. Amid the charged streets and covert operations, Isa, a former freedom fighter turned schoolteacher, … Continue reading SGIFF 2025: An Interview with the director and cast of ‘This City Is A Battlefield’ (Perang Kota)

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Aliwal Urban Arts Festival 2026 brings raw energy and pulsating culture to Aliwal Arts Centre

Get ready, Singapore: the city’s streets are about to come alive. On Saturday, 31 January 2026, Kampong Gelam will transform into a buzzing hub of creativity as the Aliwal Urban Arts Festival (AUAF) returns with a celebration of urban arts that promises to delight every sense. Organised by Arts House Group, the festival coincides with Singapore Art Week, offering a weekend of immersive installations, live … Continue reading Aliwal Urban Arts Festival 2026 brings raw energy and pulsating culture to Aliwal Arts Centre

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The Arts House opens 2026 with a celebration of SingLit at VERSE

Kick off the new year with a bold celebration of words, creativity, and collaboration as VERSE 2026 returns to The Arts House at the Old Parliament from 9 to 31 January 2026. Far from a traditional literary festival, VERSE transforms the historic civic space into a multi-sensory playground, where literature meets visual art, music, performance, and digital innovation. Curated by Arts House Group, VERSE 2026 … Continue reading The Arts House opens 2026 with a celebration of SingLit at VERSE

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Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Palace Museum Unveils a World-Spanning 2026 Exhibition Programme

HONG KONG – The Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) has announced an ambitious and richly layered exhibition lineup for 2026, unveiling nine new exhibitions that bring together national treasures from the Forbidden City and masterpieces from some of the world’s most renowned museums. Spanning Chinese imperial art, global jewellery, Eastern Orthodox icons, Buddhist masterpieces, contemporary digital works, and ancient Egyptian artefacts, the programme promises a … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Palace Museum Unveils a World-Spanning 2026 Exhibition Programme

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Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Palace Museum Announces Optimised Exhibition Arrangements for “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums”

HONG KONG – Since opening to the public on 20 November, the Hong Kong Palace Museum’s (HKPM) special exhibition “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” (“Ancient Egypt Unveiled”) has welcomed over 60,000 visitors over the first three weeks. Jointly organised by the HKPM and the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt, the exhibition is proudly supported by Bank of China (Hong Kong), the Museum’s Strategic Partner, with Cathay and UnionPay International as the Major … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Palace Museum Announces Optimised Exhibition Arrangements for “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums”

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Preview: Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

The Esplanade’s annual Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts returns from 27 February to 8 March 2026 with an expansive, story-rich programme inspired by Chinese dialects, dynasties and regional folklore. This 24th edition promises audiences a vibrant mix of theatre, dance, music and family-friendly works featuring celebrated artists from Singapore, the region and beyond. As the festival team notes, audiences can expect “legends told through … Continue reading Preview: Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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SGIFF 2025 draws to a close with 44 sold-out screenings and 33% increase in tickets sold

The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF), part of the Singapore Media Festival 2025 hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), closed its 36th edition on a historic high on 7 December, setting a new festival record with 44 sold-out screenings. For the third consecutive year, SGIFF achieved a new box office record, with ticket sales rising 33% from 2024. This year, the festival also saw its strongest turnout with a 28.7% increase in participation compared to last year, marking the festival’s strongest … Continue reading SGIFF 2025 draws to a close with 44 sold-out screenings and 33% increase in tickets sold

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★★★★☆ Review: ENTOURAGE – Murder Amongst Friends by Dramalab

Jit Murad’s lost play transforms The Playhouse into a spiralling night of ’90s excess, nostalgia, and danger, resurrecting his voice with bold direction and an unforgettable ensemble. KUALA LUMPUR – Stepping into The Playhouse, it begins as though the audience has stumbled into a party already in progress: a beautiful, artsy house with a bar, a living room, and the specific kind of lived-in aesthetic … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: ENTOURAGE – Murder Amongst Friends by Dramalab

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An Interview with Dr Louis Ng, Director, Hong Kong Palace Museum and Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General, Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) of Egypt on the museum’s landmark Ancient Egypt Unveiled exhibition

HONG KONG – Hong Kong’s cultural landscape has taken a giant step into the world of ancient civilisations with the grand opening of the Hong Kong Palace Museum’s (HKPM) latest special exhibition, “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums”. Opening to the public on 20 November 2025 and running through 31 August 2026, the exhibition marks the first time a major collection of Egyptian artefacts … Continue reading An Interview with Dr Louis Ng, Director, Hong Kong Palace Museum and Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General, Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) of Egypt on the museum’s landmark Ancient Egypt Unveiled exhibition

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