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

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

New World’s End: An Interview with Gwen Pew and Carissa Low on presenting the quintessential Singaporean experience at Exit Stage Left bar

In the wake of the pandemic, independent arts organisation OH! Open House ventured into a brand new programme different from their previous art walks and art experiences, with OH! Stories’ audio immersive experiences. This took the form of New World’s End, where participants went on an audio tour around the Jalan Besar area, from the busy streets of City Square Mall to the back alleys … Continue reading New World’s End: An Interview with Gwen Pew and Carissa Low on presenting the quintessential Singaporean experience at Exit Stage Left bar

★★★★☆ Review: Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding by Singapore Repertory Theatre

SRT ends the year with a riotous dinner theatre production about a lust for life. In 1998, the Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT) went where no local theatre company had gone before when they staged a play called Ah Kong’s Birthday Party. Considered one of the earliest forms of dinner theatre in Singapore, the interactive production featured actors entertaining each table, karaoke moments, and of course, … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding by Singapore Repertory Theatre

A new lease on life: Koh Chieng Mun stars in lead role as a 70-year old bride in SRT’s ‘Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding’

Back in the 90s, actress Koh Chieng Mun became a household name in every Singaporean family for her iconic role as Dolly Tan on Mediacorp’s hit sitcom Under One Roof. Ever since that star turn, Koh has remained mostly booked and busy, continuing with television and film work (including 2018’s Crazy Rich Asians), and even venturing into stand-up comedy at one point. Now, at the … Continue reading A new lease on life: Koh Chieng Mun stars in lead role as a 70-year old bride in SRT’s ‘Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding’

OH! Open House’s New World’s End opens glamorous ’60s bar Exit Stage Left

Step into a captivating world where romance, history, and local spirits take centre stage. Exit Stage Left is a new immersive bar concept by OH! Stories, an experiential arts group that tells alternative stories of Singapore. Designed as the final stop in its audio-based performance tour, New World’s End, the bar will serve hyper-local tipples inspired by the grit and glamour of the 1960s. Exit … Continue reading OH! Open House’s New World’s End opens glamorous ’60s bar Exit Stage Left

Preview: Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding by Singapore Repertory Theatre

Want to attend a feast for the senses? This November, get ready as Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT) proudly presents a unique dinner theatre experience, with Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding. Directed by Singapore icon and ‘Mad Chinaman’ Dick Lee (Forbidden City – Portrait of an Empress and Fried Rice Paradise), with a script by Jo Tan, Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding will be … Continue reading Preview: Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding by Singapore Repertory Theatre

Inside Singapore’s Silver Screen: 6 International Films That Brought Marina Bay to Global Stages

Few cities have managed to transform their skyline into a cinematic brand quite like Singapore. Long before “Crazy Rich Asians” splashed Marina Bay Sands across billboards worldwide, filmmakers were already turning to the island nation as a stage where futurism and tradition collide.  Part of the lore stems from geography. To Hollywood and other international studios, Singapore offers something rare. A single location that can … Continue reading Inside Singapore’s Silver Screen: 6 International Films That Brought Marina Bay to Global Stages

Local immersive company Andsoforth snags internationally-renowned THEA Award for Restaurant Absurdities

It’s not often that a humble local arts company gets recognised for an international award without even realising it, but local immersive company Andsoforth has managed to do just that, by snagging Outstanding Achievement, Immersive Dining Experience (Limited Budget) at the 29th annual THEA Awards, for their immersive dining experience ABSURDITIES Vol. 1 at Restaurant Absurdities. “Thank you so much for recognising us and our … Continue reading Local immersive company Andsoforth snags internationally-renowned THEA Award for Restaurant Absurdities

Follow These Steps And Choose The Right Catering For Your Gathering

When choosing the right catering for your gathering, there are many things to consider. The food you serve is a reflection of the quality of your event and can make or break the success of your gathering. Choosing the right caterer is an important task that requires careful thought and planning. To help you in this endeavor, here are some top steps to keep in … Continue reading Follow These Steps And Choose The Right Catering For Your Gathering