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Pesta Raya 2025: An Interview with Hafidz Rahman on ‘My Name is (NOT) Khan’

In spite of his years of working in theatre and the arts, with plenty of comedy sketches both onstage and online, artist Hafidz Rahman is doing something he’s never done before – a full-length one-man show. Best known for his viral comedy videos on social media (@asonofapeach), Hafidz is set to premiere My Name Is (NOT) Khan this May, as part of the Esplanade – … Continue reading Pesta Raya 2025: An Interview with Hafidz Rahman on ‘My Name is (NOT) Khan’

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Pesta Raya 2025: An Interview with director Atin Amat and actor Fir Rahman on staging ‘SALINA’

It’s been almost three decades since the last time local Malay theatre company Teater Kami staged a theatrical adaptation of Malaysia’s National Laureate A. Samad Said’s seminal novel SALINA. But that’s about to change, as it receives a brand new staging as part of the Esplanade’s 2025 Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts. Adapted and directed by Teater Kami artistic director Atin Amat, SALINA … Continue reading Pesta Raya 2025: An Interview with director Atin Amat and actor Fir Rahman on staging ‘SALINA’

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Arts of Hong Kong: M+’s I. M. Pei – Life Is Architecture travels to Power Station of Art in Shanghai

HONG KONG – M+, Asia’s global museum of contemporary visual culture in the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK) in Hong Kong, is pleased to announce that its critically acclaimed Special Exhibition I. M. Pei: Life Is Architecture will travel to Power Station of Art (PSA) in Shanghai from 26 April to Sunday, 27 July 2025. The exhibition will continue to tour globally after the Shanghai presentation. I. M. Pei: Life Is … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: M+’s I. M. Pei – Life Is Architecture travels to Power Station of Art in Shanghai

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Arts of Hong Kong: Mondrian Hong Kong presents the Art Of Food, Drink and Live Music

HONG KONG –  Mondrian Hong Kong, the bold and stylish hotel in the beating heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, has revealed an exciting line-up of events to delight its in-house guests, local residents and international visitors this April and May. From vibrant mixology and cuisine at Avoca, the 38th floor cocktail bar, to Italian-inspired gastronomy at Carna by Dario Cecchini, the contemporary Tuscan steakhouse, and live … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Mondrian Hong Kong presents the Art Of Food, Drink and Live Music

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Arts of Hong Kong: WestK Shanghai Week 2025 will present seven premier programmes under the theme “Hong Kong and Shanghai – Connections through Arts and Culture”

HONG KONG – The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (“WKCDA” or “the Authority”) announced in Shanghai today details of WestK Shanghai Week 2025 (“WestK Shanghai Week”), a major cross-city cultural event scheduled for 18 to 22 June this year. Under the theme “Hong Kong and Shanghai: Connections through Arts and Culture”, WestK Shanghai Week will see the Authority collaborate with six renowned cultural institutions and venues in Shanghai to present … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: WestK Shanghai Week 2025 will present seven premier programmes under the theme “Hong Kong and Shanghai – Connections through Arts and Culture”

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Film Fanatic: Momo Film Co. Celebrates Cannes Critics’ Week Selection for Co-Production ‘A Useful Ghost’

Singapore-based Film & TV Company Momo Film Co. is proud to announce its role as a co-producer of A Useful Ghost, the Thai social satire selected for the 2025 Cannes Critics’ Week. Directed by Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke, the film marks Thailand’s first entry in the festival’s Critics’ Week section in a decade and will premiere globally at the prestigious event. The film tells the story of … Continue reading Film Fanatic: Momo Film Co. Celebrates Cannes Critics’ Week Selection for Co-Production ‘A Useful Ghost’

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Preview: Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts 2025 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

In the thick of Hari Raya 2025, Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts is back for its 24th edition this May, as Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay celebrates the art of the Nusantra, with music, dance, theatre and more that encapsulates the rich history, heritage and creativity of the region. This year’s festivities are headlined by local theatre company Teater Kami, with a … Continue reading Preview: Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts 2025 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Arts of Hong Kong: M+ presents the world premiere of The System in 4K, the first title in M+ Restored

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 the world premiere of the first title of the M+ Restored, The System (1979) by pioneering Hong Kong filmmaker Peter Yung. This groundbreaking film will be showcased as part of the special programmes of the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF), co-presented by M+ and HKIFF. The … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: M+ presents the world premiere of The System in 4K, the first title in M+ Restored

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Arts of Hong Kong: WestK and Cathay launch “WestK in the Sky” video series on Cathay Pacific’s in-flight entertainment system in April 2025

HONG KONG – The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA or the Authority) is pleased to announce the launch of a new video series, “WestK in the Sky”, in collaboration with its exclusive Travel Partner, Cathay. The videos are now available on the in-flight entertainment system across Cathay Pacific’s extensive passenger network, reaching travellers from around the globe to promote Hong Kong’s arts and cultural scene. This … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: WestK and Cathay launch “WestK in the Sky” video series on Cathay Pacific’s in-flight entertainment system in April 2025

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★★★★★ Film Review: The Solitary Gourmet (劇映画 孤独のグルメ) dir. Yutaka Matsushige

The Solitary Gourmet finds new friends and new fans in this moving, life-affirming feature film continuation of the hit television series. In Singapore at least, eating alone is considered a social faux pas. Why don’t you have any friends? Are you a misanthrope who shuns humanity? But as hit manga series The Solitary Gourmet shows, there is no shame in eating alone, and in fact, … Continue reading ★★★★★ Film Review: The Solitary Gourmet (劇映画 孤独のグルメ) dir. Yutaka Matsushige

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