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Art: Passion is Volcanic – Desire in Southeast Asian Art at National Gallery Singapore

At National Gallery Singapore, its latest exhibition, Passion is Volcanic, announces itself with a sense of anticipation the moment the tour begins, not as a quiet, contemplative walkthrough, but as something far more alive. Even before the artworks begin, the tone is set: there’s a heightened awareness that this is a space with boundaries, with its unprecedented R18 rating, and strict rules of no photography … Continue reading Art: Passion is Volcanic – Desire in Southeast Asian Art at National Gallery Singapore

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Visual Art: IMBA Theatre at Gardens by the Bay officially launches, promising immersive experiences both local and global

On a plot that was once just a “grass patch at the west garden,” something far more ambitious has taken root. Today, that same space has transformed into IMBA Theatre—a sprawling, multi-sensory destination that’s redefining how we experience art, culture, and even a day out in Singapore. Set within the iconic Gardens by the Bay, IMBA Theatre isn’t just another gallery or performance venue. It’s … Continue reading Visual Art: IMBA Theatre at Gardens by the Bay officially launches, promising immersive experiences both local and global

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T:>Works presents PerºForm Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA) 2026 – The Post-Migrant Academy

If your idea of a meaningful weekend goes beyond brunch and browsing, there’s something quietly powerful happening this Labour Day stretch in Singapore. From 29 April to 3 May 2026, T:>Works transforms its home at 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Road into a living, breathing space of ideas, performance, and conversation. Welcome to Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA) 2026: The Post-Migrant Academy, a gathering … Continue reading T:>Works presents PerºForm Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA) 2026 – The Post-Migrant Academy

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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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Visual Art: Singapore Art Museum’s 2026 Calendar Marks 30 Years of Bold, Boundary-Pushing Art

As Singapore Art Museum (SAM) turns 30 in 2026, it marks a milestone year of redefining what a contemporary art institution can be. From its home base at Tanjong Pagar Distripark to major global platforms like the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, SAM is amplifying Southeast Asian voices while inviting the world into conversation. This anniversary year promises a dynamic mix … Continue reading Visual Art: Singapore Art Museum’s 2026 Calendar Marks 30 Years of Bold, Boundary-Pushing Art

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Art: He Xiangning – Ink and Intent at National Gallery Singapore

Before she became a name in art history, He Xiangning was already living an extraordinary life. Born in 1878, she was not only a painter but also a revolutionary, a political figure, and a fierce advocate for women’s rights. She was among the first women to join the revolutionary alliance led by Sun Yat-sen, and later organised one of China’s earliest International Women’s Day rallies. … Continue reading Art: He Xiangning – Ink and Intent at National Gallery Singapore

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Arts of Hong Kong: Sotheby’s ‘Beyond The Abstract’ achieves white-glove result

HONG KONG – This spring, as Hong Kong pulses with the energy of Art Month, Sotheby’s presented Beyond the Abstract, billed as the most comprehensive survey of abstract art ever staged in Greater China. Unfolding as a meditative journey across 3,000 years of artistic expression, by the time the week closed, contemplation had given way to something far more electric: a record-breaking, white-glove auction that … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Sotheby’s ‘Beyond The Abstract’ achieves white-glove result

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Arts of Hong Kong: How Sands China Is Rewriting Macau’s Cultural Story During Hong Kong’s Art Month

HONG KONG – Each March, Hong Kong transforms into a global art capital, drawing collectors, curators, and institutions into a dense calendar of fairs and exhibitions. This year, amid the energy of Art Central Hong Kong, a new initiative signals a subtle but meaningful shift in the region’s cultural landscape. For the first time, a Macau-based integrated tourism and leisure enterprise has stepped onto this … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: How Sands China Is Rewriting Macau’s Cultural Story During Hong Kong’s Art Month

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Art: Faces & Figures at Mizuma Gallery

If you’re looking for a reason to wander off the beaten track this March, make it a slow afternoon at Gillman Barracks—where art, history, and leafy calm collide. Tucked inside this former military enclave, Mizuma Gallery is staging Faces & Figures, a group exhibition that feels less like a white-cube presentation and more like an intimate peek into the inner lives of six remarkable Indonesian … Continue reading Art: Faces & Figures at Mizuma Gallery

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An Interview with artist Jahan Loh on his debut CASETiFY collection

A cosmic adventure blending mythology, science fiction, and elemental wisdom, Jahan Loh’s debut CASETiFY collection reimagines ancient traditions through a contemporary lens. Known for collapsing the boundaries between street culture, fine art, and pop iconography, the Singapore-born artist transforms the phone case into an intimate, everyday canvas, one that explores ideas of prosperity, abundance, and the rituals we carry with us daily. Unveiled at the … Continue reading An Interview with artist Jahan Loh on his debut CASETiFY collection

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