Bootleg Toy Supervillain: Herald the Arrival of The Sucklord @ Kult Gallery

The first time I heard of The Sucklord was via now defunct reality TV show Work of Art: The Next Great Artist. While he may not have won that season, The Sucklord certainly isn’t a name you forget anytime soon, and the New York-based artist has somehow wormed his way back into our consciousness with his first ever show in Singapore. Held at Kult Gallery from … Continue reading Bootleg Toy Supervillain: Herald the Arrival of The Sucklord @ Kult Gallery

Archifest 2018 Announces Keynote Speaker and Full Programme Lineup

Archifest 2018 will be featuring multi-award winning international architect and designer Borja Ferrater as the keynote speaker for the SIA Conference. Ferrater is best known for his thoughtful designs that emphasise on improving the everyday life of its end-users, and is a renowned and well-respected educator and academic, often a lecturer and roundtable member across more than 20 countries around the world. The Spanish architect will also … Continue reading Archifest 2018 Announces Keynote Speaker and Full Programme Lineup

Preview: Singapore Girl, or Heritage Deployed by The Substation

The Substation is about to show visitors a great way to fly with a brand new programme. Running from 6th October to 4th November, Singapore Girl, or Heritage Deployed will feature an eclectic range of events all revolving around our favourite local icon: the Singapore Girl.  Marking the second chapter of The Substation’s current programme season on heritage (Cities change. People die. Everything you know goes … Continue reading Preview: Singapore Girl, or Heritage Deployed by The Substation

Preview: Miloš – Spanish Romance presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

This October, catch “the hottest guitarist in the world” as Miloš Karadaglić makes his Singapore debut at the Esplanade Concert Hall! Conducted by Taiwanese-American conduct Carolyn Kuan (the first woman to be awarded the Herbert von Karajan Conducting Fellowship), Miloš Karadaglić is best known for his soulful rendition of guitar classics, leading to his chart-topping records and countless fans worldwide. An overnight success, Miloš has been hailed … Continue reading Preview: Miloš – Spanish Romance presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

Jennifer Capriati to Join Blockbuster Roster of WTA Finals Legend Ambassadors Set For Singapore Finale

As the fifth and final edition of the BNP Paribas WTA Finals lands on the horizon, Singapore will welcome twelve iconic WTA figures who will serve as Legend Ambassadors, each supporting the 10-day tennis festival through a comprehensive program of sponsor, media and community engagement activities. Leading the group this year will be the trailblazing Billie Jean King, founder of the WTA. King last visited … Continue reading Jennifer Capriati to Join Blockbuster Roster of WTA Finals Legend Ambassadors Set For Singapore Finale

Preview: Got To Move 2018 by National Arts Council

The fourth edition of the National Arts Council’s (NAC) Got to Move (GTM) is back this October to get the public on their feet and dancing away! Celebrating Singapore’s diverse dance forms all across the nation, the initiative aims to grow appreciation for dance in Singapore and in this edition, will explore creative ways of bringing Singaporeans together through its programming. GTM 2018 will engage the … Continue reading Preview: Got To Move 2018 by National Arts Council

Preview: Golden Village’s 10th Love and Pride Festival

In the wake of recent developments in LGBTQ acceptance all around the world, from India’s repeal of of the penal code to Australia’s allowance for same-sex marriage, Singapore has once again become heated with debate over how our own laws should change in response to these developments, if at all. It feels timely then that Golden Village is celebrating the milestone 10th edition of the … Continue reading Preview: Golden Village’s 10th Love and Pride Festival

Preview: The Convert by the Young Vic

LONDON – This December, Black Panther star and Tony-nominated writer Danai Gurrira’s The Convert will premiere at the Young Vic. Directed by Ola Ince, The Convert is set in 1896 in what is modern day Zimbabwe, and explores the high cost of faith. In our story, we follow Jekesai, a young Shona woman fleeing forced marriage and finding herself working for devout Catholic priest, Chilford. Chilford relishes the opportunity to shape … Continue reading Preview: The Convert by the Young Vic

Music To My Ears: Singapore Symphony Orchestra and Melbourne Symphony Orchestra to Collaborate From 2019

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA — The Singapore Symphony Orchestra has signed a four-year Memorandum of Agreement (MOU) with Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Beginning in 2019, the MOU will allow the two orchestras to embark on conductor, musician and administrative staff exchanges, perform in their respective cities, and co-commission works. Signed on 6th September by Singapore Symphony Group (SSG) CEO Mr Chng Hak-Peng and Managing Director of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Ms … Continue reading Music To My Ears: Singapore Symphony Orchestra and Melbourne Symphony Orchestra to Collaborate From 2019

Preview: da:ns Festival 2018 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Returning for the 13th edition for 13 days, the Esplanade’s annual da:ns festival invites audiences to once again fall in love with dance from 9th – 21st October 2018. As with previous editions, an entire programme of 80 workshops and masterclasses, as well as more than 82 free events.have been curated to showcase the entire spectrum of dance, as audiences free up their mind, have their … Continue reading Preview: da:ns Festival 2018 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay