★★★☆☆ Review: National Memory Project by Teater Ekamatra

The future of Singapore is bleak, in a city that is all too willing to archive its past. While across the world, developing and using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in daily life is fast becoming the norm, it’s been especially worrying that local government entities have been leaping onto the AI trend and adopted it as the next big thing. From designing posters to interactive … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: National Memory Project by Teater Ekamatra

Preview: Esplanade’s The Studios 2025 – Sustenance

Two years ago, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay’s annual theatre season, The Studios, embarked on a three-year curatorial arc revolving around the theme of LAND. In 2023, they covered Landings, exploring the natural world we live in and the way we interact with it, while in 2024, they covered Fault Lines, focusing on disruptions and movements that shift the trajectory of our lives. Now … Continue reading Preview: Esplanade’s The Studios 2025 – Sustenance

An Interview with the cast and creatives of Teater Ekamatra’s ‘National Memory Project’

This June, Teater Ekamatra returns with National Memory Project, a quietly devastating, politically astute, and culturally layered play by Jonny Jon Jon. Originally staged in 2012 and again in 2016, this third incarnation marks the play’s first under Ekamatra’s banner, and will be helmed by Mohd Fared Jainal, who directs the two-hander starring Ellison Tan and Fir Rahman. At the helm is Ekamatra’s long-time artistic … Continue reading An Interview with the cast and creatives of Teater Ekamatra’s ‘National Memory Project’

Preview: Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour by Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Nick Grace Management and Base Entertainment Asia

Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Nick Grace Management and Base Entertainment Asia, is proud to announce that tickets are now on sale for Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour. The highly anticipated production will take the stage at the Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands from 24 March 2026, as part of its acclaimed world tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of … Continue reading Preview: Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour by Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Nick Grace Management and Base Entertainment Asia

Preview: Singapore Archifest 2025 – Don’t (Just) Think Like An Architect

Singapore Archifest (SGAF) 2025, an annual festival celebrating architecture and the built environment, today unveiled its highly anticipated programme, inviting design enthusiasts and the public to explore a radical new perspective on design. Running from 25 June to 25 July 2025 across the city, the 19th edition challenges audiences to “Don’t (Just) Think Like An Architect,” positioning architecture not merely as building structures, but as … Continue reading Preview: Singapore Archifest 2025 – Don’t (Just) Think Like An Architect

Dance with Me: An Interview with Kuik Swee Boon on the 15th cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival and the Paths That Bind Us

This June marks a pivotal moment for contemporary dance in Singapore as cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival returns for its milestone 15th edition. Themed Paths That Bind Us, the 2025 programme is more than a showcase of works; it’s also a meditation on connection, memory, collaboration, and resilience. At its helm is Kuik Swee Boon, Artistic Director of T.H.E Dance Company and founding festival director of … Continue reading Dance with Me: An Interview with Kuik Swee Boon on the 15th cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival and the Paths That Bind Us

Film Fanatic: Mocha Chai Laboratories reveals new upcoming feature film ‘The Sandbox’

The Sandbox, an evocative feature film currently in production, offers a hilarious and heartfelt portrayal of a struggling stunt training school battling extinction—and, in doing so, becomes a powerful allegory for Singapore’s creative industry. Featuring some of Singapore’s brightest talents, including Benjamin Kheng, Estelle Fly, Nathan Hartono, and Oon Shu An, the ensemble cast is led by celebrated stunt actor and action director Peps Goh. … Continue reading Film Fanatic: Mocha Chai Laboratories reveals new upcoming feature film ‘The Sandbox’

Singapore, Michigan: An Interview with director Timothy Koh and playwright Chong An Ong

This June, Pangdemonium unveils the world premiere of Singapore, Michigan, a bold, genre-defying new work that weaves together forgotten history, emotional truth, and sharp humour. Written by emerging playwright Chong An Ong and developed under Pangdemonium’s New Works Lab, the play follows three friends (two Singaporeans and one American) as they travel to the ghost town of Singapore, Michigan, in search of stories buried under … Continue reading Singapore, Michigan: An Interview with director Timothy Koh and playwright Chong An Ong

Preview: Much Ado About Nothing by The Winter Players

Following their debut production as Singapore Repertory Theatre’s (SRT) Company-in-Residence, emerging theatre collective The Winter Players return this June with their most ambitious production to date: a vibrant reimagining of William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, set in 1960s Singapore. In this version of Much Ado About Nothing, come join the community of Messina, Singapore celebrating a break from ongoing political and military confrontations. But … Continue reading Preview: Much Ado About Nothing by The Winter Players

Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA) 2025 Opens Global Call for Interior Design’s Defining Projects

The Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA) 2025, proudly organised by the Society of Interior Designers Singapore (SIDS), announces the official opening of its call for entries. Now in its 9th edition, SIDA 2025 stands as a beacon for recognising exceptional projects and practitioners across the spatial and interior design industry, inviting submissions from around the globe. SIDA 2025 aims to showcase interior design projects that … Continue reading Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA) 2025 Opens Global Call for Interior Design’s Defining Projects