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Arts, Esplanade Concert Hall, Esplanade Recital Studio, Music, Preview, Theatres

Preview: A Tapestry of Sacred Music 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Presented by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, A Tapestry of Sacred Music returns for its 17th edition from 30 April to 3 May 2026, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience the rich diversity of sacred musical traditions from Singapore and around the world. Once again, the festivals offers up an immersive journey across spiritual landscapes spanning mosques, temples, village grounds, and cathedrals, where … Continue reading Preview: A Tapestry of Sacred Music 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, NAFA Theatre Studio, Preview, Theatre

Preview: Emergency Stairs x NAFA Industry Project 2026 – ‘Backstage Protocol’ and ‘Pulau Rindu’

Have you ever wondered about the forces shaping our lives that we don’t see? This April, a new generation of theatre-makers in Singapore is asking exactly that. The NAFA Industry Project 2026, co-presented by Emergency Stairs and Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, is a bold, immersive exploration of what they call “Invisible Architectures.” Think about the unseen systems, quiet hierarchies, and emotional undercurrents that shape … Continue reading Preview: Emergency Stairs x NAFA Industry Project 2026 – ‘Backstage Protocol’ and ‘Pulau Rindu’

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Art What!, Arts, Preview, Visual Art

Visual Art: core_memory – A solo exhibition by Chok Si Xuan at starch

This April, a new exhibition is asking big questions about the devices we carry, the systems we depend on, and the invisible histories embedded within them. From 17 April to 17 May 2026, artist Chok Si Xuan presents core_memory, a solo exhibition at starch, a space known for pushing the boundaries of experimental art. But this isn’t your typical gallery show. It’s an immersive, almost … Continue reading Visual Art: core_memory – A solo exhibition by Chok Si Xuan at starch

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Art What!, Arts, Preview, Singapore

Art: Pavilion of Singapore Announces Amanda Heng’s ‘A Pause’ at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia

In a fast-paced, non-stop world, Singapore is bringing a quiet but powerful proposition to one of the art world’s biggest stages: what if we simply paused? At the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, the Singapore Pavilion will present A Pause, a contemplative new work by pioneering interdisciplinary artist Amanda Heng Liang Ngim. Created in collaboration with curator Selene Yap, the exhibition … Continue reading Art: Pavilion of Singapore Announces Amanda Heng’s ‘A Pause’ at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia

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Arts, KC Arts Centre, musical, Preview, SRT, Theatre

Preview: Myles – Soulmate In A Box by Singapore Repertory Theatre

In a world where people confess their deepest thoughts to their phones and swipe through romance like a catalogue, the idea of designing your perfect partner doesn’t feel all that far-fetched. But what happens when “perfect” starts to feel… unsettling? That’s the question governing Myles – Soulmate in a Box, a bold new musical by Singaporean musician and composer Inch Chua, now reimagined as a … Continue reading Preview: Myles – Soulmate In A Box by Singapore Repertory Theatre

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An Invitation to Play: SIFA’s new Festival Director Chong Tze Chien to honour Legacy and evoke paradigm shifts for his tenure

“Let’s play” sounds like an unexpected invitation at a time like this. In recent years, Singapore’s arts ecosystem has felt increasingly brittle, one defined by closures, stagnant funding, and a growing sense that artistic labour must constantly justify itself in numbers, outcomes, and economic value. Against this pragmatic backdrop, theatremaker Chong Tze Chien has emerged from the wings and prepares to stage his first act … Continue reading An Invitation to Play: SIFA’s new Festival Director Chong Tze Chien to honour Legacy and evoke paradigm shifts for his tenure

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Arts, Dance with Me, festival, Preview, Theatre

SIFA – Singapore International Festival of Arts 2026 set to turn city into a playground for the arts with theme ‘Let’s Play’

For two weeks in May, Singapore becomes a stage. Across theatres, parks and historic civic spaces, the Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) returns from 15 to 30 May with performances that stretch from aerial dance spectacles and immersive theatre to experimental late-night encounters. This year’s edition carries an unusually simple invitation: “Let’s Play.” The phrase captures the spirit of a festival that wants audiences … Continue reading SIFA – Singapore International Festival of Arts 2026 set to turn city into a playground for the arts with theme ‘Let’s Play’

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SIFA – Singapore International Festival of Arts 2026 promises explorations of play and tradition under new festival director Chong Tze Chien

by D.Y. The Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) has been an annual highlight of the local Arts calendar, inviting artists and enthusiasts alike to create meaningful experiences through its extensive programmes. Yet, this year’s edition is looking to be a particularly exciting one as the mantle of Festival Director is passed on from Natalie Hennedige to first-timer Chong Tze Chien. Running from 15 to … Continue reading SIFA – Singapore International Festival of Arts 2026 promises explorations of play and tradition under new festival director Chong Tze Chien

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SRT and Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay bring the Roald Dahl Story Company’s ‘The BFG’ to the Singapore stage in April 2026

Singapore’s arts scene is set to make a giant leap in April 2026, when the world’s most beloved dream-catcher lands at the Esplanade Theatre. For the first time ever outside the UK, Roald Dahl’s The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) will be brought to life on stage in a brand-new production by some of the biggest names in global theatre: the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), Chichester … Continue reading SRT and Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay bring the Roald Dahl Story Company’s ‘The BFG’ to the Singapore stage in April 2026

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Arts, design

Designing for SG60 and the future at Singapore Design Week 2025

As Singapore turns 60, the nation is using design not just to look back at its remarkable journey but also to imagine the road ahead. Singapore Design Week (SDW) 2025 returns this September with the theme “Nation by Design”, a festival that celebrates how design has shaped the country while asking bold questions about its future. From urgent conversations on climate change and technology, to … Continue reading Designing for SG60 and the future at Singapore Design Week 2025

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