New 1,000-seat theatre coming to Tanglin by 2030 as arts patronage hits record high at Patron of the Arts Awards 2026

A new 1,000-seat theatre is set to anchor the redevelopment of the former Tanglin Shopping Centre, while a record 585 patrons are recognised for contributing $89.5 million to Singapore’s arts scene. Singapore’s arts landscape is set for a major boost with the development of a new 1,000-seat theatre at the site of the former Tanglin Shopping Centre, slated for completion by 2030. The purpose-built venue … Continue reading New 1,000-seat theatre coming to Tanglin by 2030 as arts patronage hits record high at Patron of the Arts Awards 2026

National Arts Council commemorates 40 years of giving at the Patron of the Arts Awards 2023

The National Arts Council (NAC) commemorates 40 years of giving to Singapore’s arts with the Patron of the Arts Awards (POAA) 2023. This year’s edition honours more than 400 patrons comprising a total of 313 individuals and 91 organisations. Collectively they contributed over $45 million in 2022 towards advancing our local arts ecosystem. The patrons’ contributions were recognised at the awards ceremony held on 12 … Continue reading National Arts Council commemorates 40 years of giving at the Patron of the Arts Awards 2023

National Arts Council invites all to join the making of Singapore’s future arts scene with the launch of Our SG Arts Plan (2023 – 2027)

The National Arts Council (NAC) has launched Our SG Arts Plan (2023 – 2027), inviting artists, audiences and stakeholders to play their part and join the development of the arts scene in Singapore. Officiated by Mr Edwin Tong, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth & Second Minister for Law, the launch of Our SG Arts Plan (2023 – 2027) is a culmination of engagements with more than 16,500 stakeholders on their hope for the arts scene in Singapore. Guided by insights … Continue reading National Arts Council invites all to join the making of Singapore’s future arts scene with the launch of Our SG Arts Plan (2023 – 2027)