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Touring The UK 2020: Holes by Nottingham Playhouse

LONDON –  The Children’s Theatre Partnership (CTP) and Royal & Derngate, Northampton present a UK Tour of the Nottingham Playhouse production of Holes, written by Louis Sachar and directed by Adam Penford. The production will open at Royal & Derngate, Northampton on 24th January 2020 before embarking on a UK tour, with stops in Nottingham, Coventry, Newcastle and more. In this new adaptation of  the multi-award-winning novel of the same name, this thrilling off-beat comedy … Continue reading Touring The UK 2020: Holes by Nottingham Playhouse

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Preview: Divergence by Braddell Heights Symphony Orchestra

Born in Cebu, Philippines, Albert Tiu has been called “an artist of uncommon abilities” by American Record Guide, receiving plenty of fanfare for his interpretations and technical accomplishment. And this June, Singaporeans will get a chance to see the maestro in person with the Braddell Heights Symphony Orchestra’s (BHSO) DIVERGENCE. In this crowd-favourite symphonic masterworks concert conducted by Adrian Tan, the orchestra will present 3 major … Continue reading Preview: Divergence by Braddell Heights Symphony Orchestra

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Touring The UK 2019: Casting Announced – Louise Redknapp and Amber Davies To Star in Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical In Select Cities This Autumn

LONDON – After opening to warm reviews in the West End in February, where Dolly Parton herself attended the premiere and joined the cast on stage at the finale, the hit musical 9 to 5 is now set for a national tour featuring original West End cast members Louise Redknapp and Amber Davies! Based off the 1980 film of the same name, 9 to 5 currently plays at … Continue reading Touring The UK 2019: Casting Announced – Louise Redknapp and Amber Davies To Star in Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical In Select Cities This Autumn

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Review: Eric Lu & Yu-Chien Tseng presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

  While Argentinian master pianist Martha Argerich postponed her return to Singapore indefinitely, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) has soldiered on with a concert in lieu, with pianist Eric Lu and violinist Yu-Chien Tseng joining the orchestra for a showcase at the Esplanade Concert Hall. The concert started off with Rachmaninoff’s The Isle of the Dead, Op. 29, performed by the SSO, as conducted by … Continue reading Review: Eric Lu & Yu-Chien Tseng presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Be Alright: An Interview with Dean Lewis, the Australian Singer-Songwriter Who’s Making International Waves

Sydney-based singer-songwriter Dean Lewis has been in the industry professionally for only about three years, but has already found moderate success, certified 5x Platinum for his debut single Waves in Australia back in 2017, and 6x Platinum for his 2018 single Be Alright, as well as topping a number of international music charts. But in spite of these accolades, the 31-year old remains humble, in part owing … Continue reading Be Alright: An Interview with Dean Lewis, the Australian Singer-Songwriter Who’s Making International Waves

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Preview: Pesta Raya 2019 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

The Esplanade’s Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of the Arts is back this June to once again highlight the varied arts and culture from across the wide expanse of the the nusantara (Malay Archipelago). Held together by the same rooted beliefs and culture, this year’s festival celebrates that diversity and richness from across its heritage, history and people. Once again coinciding with the celebration of Hari … Continue reading Preview: Pesta Raya 2019 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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In London’s 2019: Avex Recital Series 2019 – Honjoh Hidejiro (Preview)

LONDON – Made famous by animated film Kubo and the Two Strings, the shamisen is a traditional stringed Japanese instrument that has become increasingly popular around the world. Characterised by its long neck and guitar-like body, the shamisen’s energetic and versatile nature makes it the perfect instrument to use for a range of genres including jazz, folk and rock music. This July, in the final concert of … Continue reading In London’s 2019: Avex Recital Series 2019 – Honjoh Hidejiro (Preview)

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Review: #GOALS by Dwayne Lau

Can someone just get Dwayne Lau his own TV workout show already? With our modern fitspo culture taking the country by storm, it was only a matter of time before a theatre show would arrive to tackle the topic. Enter theatremaker Dwayne Lau with #GOALS, a comedy musical revue and love letter to his ongoing fitness journey, which played last weekend at the Esplanade Concourse as part … Continue reading Review: #GOALS by Dwayne Lau

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Ding Yi Music Company Awarded The Third Singapore Chinese Cultural Contribution Award (Organisation)

Ding Yi Music Company has received the third Singapore Chinese Cultural Contribution Award (Organisation), awarded by the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre. Having started in 2017, the award recognises individuals and organisations from various arts and culture sectors in Singapore, who have made outstanding contributions in the promotion, enrichment and development to the Singapore Chinese culture. Since being founded in 2007, Ding Yi has made major … Continue reading Ding Yi Music Company Awarded The Third Singapore Chinese Cultural Contribution Award (Organisation)

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Singapore International Piano Festival 2019: An Interview with Pianist Ronan O’Hara

The 26th edition of the Singapore International Piano Festival returns this May and brings together four of the world’s best virtuoso pianists, each performing solo at the Victoria Concert Hall over the four day festival. In the lead-up to the performances, we spoke to veteran British pianist Ronan O’Hora, who has performed in every major country in Europe and the USA, Canada, Australasia and South … Continue reading Singapore International Piano Festival 2019: An Interview with Pianist Ronan O’Hara

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