An Interview with Ghafir Akbar and Julie Wee of SRT’s Julius Caesar

Friends, Singaporeans, Countrymen, lend us your ears. The Singapore Repertory Theatre’s long awaited revival of Shakespeare in the Park is upon us at last this May, bringing with it a remarkably modern take on Julius Caesar, with acclaimed Malaysian actress Jo Kukathas taking on the titular role in a genderbent twist. Beset by a world of uneasy politics and would be dictators, Julius Caesar takes on more significance than … Continue reading An Interview with Ghafir Akbar and Julie Wee of SRT’s Julius Caesar

SIFA 2018: An Interview with Festival Director Gaurav Kripalani

As the latest person to take up the mantle of Festival Director for the Singapore International Festival of the Arts (SIFA), Gaurav Kripalani has faced his fair share of criticisms and doubts. But if there’s anything to go by, the numbers don’t lie, and this year’s edition of the festival has seen overwhelmingly positive demand, with multiple sold out shows and all around enthusiasm for … Continue reading SIFA 2018: An Interview with Festival Director Gaurav Kripalani

An International Feast for the Senses at HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens Makan Hub

Feast your eyes on some of the tantalising food options available at the 2018 HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens! Prepared by a team from SATS Delaware North, master caterers for the Singapore Sports Hub, a cornucopia of rugby-themed and classic Singaporean delicacies await spectators headed down to catch the matches this weekend! There’s something for everyone on the varied menu, with 10 international and local delicacies to keep … Continue reading An International Feast for the Senses at HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens Makan Hub

Review: Circus 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus presented by BASE Entertainment Asia

A throwback to simpler times executed with heart. There are moments we go through life smothered by how fast it goes and the constant need to do more in less time. Just for once, take a step back and imagine going back to a simpler time, where trains ran on coal and technology had not yet existed. Imagine, if you will, you’re in a small … Continue reading Review: Circus 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus presented by BASE Entertainment Asia

Preview: StoryFest 2018 – #BeLegendary

Fantastic tales from the Norse, African, Scottish canon and beyond take the spotlight at this year’s StoryFest.  “When I talk to young people today about Norse gods, the only ones they know are Thor and Loki from the Avengers. A lot of adults these days only know the myths that have entered popular culture,” says storyteller Kamini Ramachandran. It stands to reason then, that for … Continue reading Preview: StoryFest 2018 – #BeLegendary

Preview: Armenian Street Party – Balik Kampong 2.0

Now in its third edition, the Peranakan Museum’s annual Armenian Street Party returns this weekend to close off the street and transform it for two evenings into a sprawling carnival of activity. Themed Balik Kampong 2.0, the party aims to celebrate the diversity of all of Armenian Street’s residents and history, and comes with plenty of partners and participants to show visitors a good time. … Continue reading Preview: Armenian Street Party – Balik Kampong 2.0

A Classic Circus With A Twist: Circus 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus

There are few pleasures as pure as a trip out to the circus with the family. But as times change, the innocent wonder of childhood quickly fades as technology and real life takes over. But there’s a solution to that. Circus 1903 takes audiences on a journey back in time to the golden age of circus troupes, where every performance was an event, every night out sheer … Continue reading A Classic Circus With A Twist: Circus 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus

Look A Little Closer: Sullivan and Strumpf Tricks the Eye with Launch of Trompe-l’oeil

A good work of art never has to beg viewers for more than a cursory glance. The Trompe-l’oeil technique in particular, plays entirely upon optical illusions, tricking the naked eye into seeing what lies beneath a piece’s initial appearance. And for art gallery Sullivan+Strumpf, this makes the perfect launch pad for their newest exhibition, offering visitors a chance to change their perceptions of the world. Curated by … Continue reading Look A Little Closer: Sullivan and Strumpf Tricks the Eye with Launch of Trompe-l’oeil

Preview: Macao Arts Festival 2018

In April and May this year, the Macao Arts Festival returns for an entire month to bring together the region and the world’s best arts. Now in its 29th edition, this year’s festival is themed ‘origin’, focusing on the spring of life, with plenty of programmes and performances aimed at broadening visitors’ views on life. A total of 26 programmes split across seven categories will … Continue reading Preview: Macao Arts Festival 2018

International Champions Cup Fixtures Announced: Atletico Madrid, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain to Play Matches In July

SINGAPORE – This July, the International Champions Cup returns to Singapore, and brings with it three of Europe’s top football clubs to face off against each other at the National Stadium. Now in its sixth instalment, the prestigious global tournament has introduced a new global format, as 18 of the best clubs from around the world play 27 matches across the USA, Europe and Singapore, … Continue reading International Champions Cup Fixtures Announced: Atletico Madrid, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain to Play Matches In July