Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Palace Museum Unveils Monumental Statues from the “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Special Exhibition

HONG KONG – The Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM or the Museum) held a special crate-opening ceremony at which it unveiled three of the key statues featured in its landmark special exhibition, “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums”, which runs from 20 November 2025 through 31 August 2026 in Gallery 9. Jointly organised by the HKPM and the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt, the exhibition is proudly supported by Bank of … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Palace Museum Unveils Monumental Statues from the “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Special Exhibition

Film Fanatic: Celebrate the magic of French cinema as the French Film Festival returns this November

As November arrives, so does a touch of Parisian sparkle. The 41st vOilah! French Film Festival is returning to Singapore, ready to brighten everyday life with big-screen magic from 13 to 30 November 2025. It’s the perfect excuse to trade familiar routines for a little wonder, a little delight, and a whole lot of French flair. This beloved celebration of cinema feels like an annual … Continue reading Film Fanatic: Celebrate the magic of French cinema as the French Film Festival returns this November

Film Fanatic: SGIFF 2025 to open with Shu Qi directorial debut ‘Girl / 女孩’, reveals full programme

When the lights dim for this edition of the Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF), the red carpet is set to shimmer with history in the making. Beloved screen icon Shu Qi will step into a new light as her award-winning directorial debut Girl / 女孩 opens the 36th Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) on 26 November. Filmmaker Shu Qi, lead actor Bai Xiao-Ying and actor-singer … Continue reading Film Fanatic: SGIFF 2025 to open with Shu Qi directorial debut ‘Girl / 女孩’, reveals full programme

Preview: Kalaa Utsavam – Indian Festival of Arts 2025 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Each November, the Esplanade’s Kalaa Utsavam – Indian Festival of Arts transforms Singapore’s waterfront into a vibrant stage for Indian arts and culture. As the festival returns for its 24th edition from 21 – 30 November 2025, audiences can once again expect a space where tradition meets innovation, where stories are shared, and where communities come together. This year’s programme celebrates both heritage and experimentation, … Continue reading Preview: Kalaa Utsavam – Indian Festival of Arts 2025 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Music Is: Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay presents Baybeats 2025

From 30 October to 2 November 2025, Singapore’s waterfront will shake to the rhythms of alternative music as Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay presents the 24th edition of Baybeats. This year edition presents a whopping four full days of gigs and acts, all completely free. What was once three days, four stages, a tight lineup has now stretched into something bolder, alongside the festival … Continue reading Music Is: Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay presents Baybeats 2025

Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Arts Festival Announces Full Programme Lineup of 54th HKAF in 2026

HONG KONG – As the city readies itself for another dazzling season of creativity, the Hong Kong Arts Festival (HKAF) is once again setting the stage for a world-class celebration of music, dance, theatre and innovation. The Festival’s 54th edition, running from February to March 2026, will bring together more than 1,100 artists from around the world for over 170 performances — a testament to … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Arts Festival Announces Full Programme Lineup of 54th HKAF in 2026

Film Fanatic: SGIFF 2025 set to put the spotlight on Singapore, championing local films in a changing world

For 12 days this November, cinema lovers will once again gather in darkened halls, to watch films together and feel alive in a shared moment of storytelling. The 36th Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) returns from 26th November to 7th December 2025, and this year’s edition promises something special: a powerful, unapologetic spotlight on local Singaporean voices. More than 30 local films, including features, shorts, … Continue reading Film Fanatic: SGIFF 2025 set to put the spotlight on Singapore, championing local films in a changing world

★★☆☆☆ Film Review: We Can Save The World!!! dir. Chai Hong Cheng

Rare local sci-fi film fumbles the funny despite strong efforts from the cast. Singapore hasn’t had many science fiction films, perhaps because our regional storytelling often leans toward fantasy or the supernatural. In that sense, We Can Save The World!!! is a bold undertaking, pioneering a genre that’s still vastly underexplored here. In a small arts industry like ours, even completing a feature-length film is … Continue reading ★★☆☆☆ Film Review: We Can Save The World!!! dir. Chai Hong Cheng

Preview: Singapore Writers Festival 2025 – shape of things to come

From 7 to 16 November 2025, the Singapore Writers Festival (SWF) returns with its 28th edition under the theme Shape of Things to Come. Organised by Arts House Group (AHG), this milestone festival coincides with Singapore’s 60th year of independence, offering audiences the chance to “dream, question and reimagine a world that is inventive, inclusive and deeply human through the transformative power of literature.” Festival … Continue reading Preview: Singapore Writers Festival 2025 – shape of things to come

Arts of Hong Kong: M+ presents ‘Special Exhibition Dream Rooms: Environments by Women Artists 1950s–Now’

HONG KONG – M+, Asia’s global museum of contemporary visual culture in the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK) in Hong Kong, is pleased to present Dream Rooms: Environments by Women Artists 1950s–Now. This Special Exhibition will present twelve environments by trailblazing women artists from Asia, Europe, and North and South America from the 1950s to the present, including three newly commissioned installations by Asian women … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: M+ presents ‘Special Exhibition Dream Rooms: Environments by Women Artists 1950s–Now’