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Huayi 2025: An Interview with playwright Katherine Hui-ling Chou and director Lee Yi Hsiu on Siong Leng Musical Association’s ‘The Heart of Jun – Memoirs of Zhaojun’

Renowned through Chinese history as one of the legendary Four Beauties of China, Wang Zhaojun’s importance went far beyond her looks, with diplomatic importance in her marriage that helped establish friendly ties with the Han dynasty. And while she may have long departed from this world, echoes of her existence continue to exist in our modern day, one which Nanyin music specialists Siong Leng Musical … Continue reading Huayi 2025: An Interview with playwright Katherine Hui-ling Chou and director Lee Yi Hsiu on Siong Leng Musical Association’s ‘The Heart of Jun – Memoirs of Zhaojun’

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Preview: A Doll’s House, Part 2 by Pangdemonium!

Henrik Ibsen will always be a titan of contemporary theatre, and it’s no surprise that there remains great admiration and adulation for his work. Among them, A Doll’s House remains one of his most beloved, in its future-thinking feminist slant that saw an unhappily married woman break the chains of her nuptial prison, and slam the door behind her in an iconic final scene. Now, … Continue reading Preview: A Doll’s House, Part 2 by Pangdemonium!

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Chong Tze Chien takes the stage to chart the course for the next phase of the Singapore International Festival of Arts from 2026-2028

Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA), Singapore’s annual pinnacle performing arts festival organised by Arts House Limited (AHL), and commissioned by the National Arts Council (NAC), welcomes Chong Tze Chien as its Festival Director from 2026 to 2028. Chong succeeds Natalie Hennedige, who will conclude her four-year tenure this year with the 48th edition of SIFA, which runs from 16 May to 1 June 2025. … Continue reading Chong Tze Chien takes the stage to chart the course for the next phase of the Singapore International Festival of Arts from 2026-2028

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Huayi 2025: An Interview with award-winning writer-director Wu Nien-jen on the power of theatre in ‘Human Condition VIII’

Building a loyal following and domestic audience in Taiwan for over twenty years, Taiwanese artist Wu Nien-jen is finally bringing his beloved Human Condition theatre series to Singapore for the first time. Enjoyed by over half a million Taiwanese theatregoers since its inception in 2000, this year, the Esplanade’s Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts will be bringing its latest iteration to the Esplanade Theatre, … Continue reading Huayi 2025: An Interview with award-winning writer-director Wu Nien-jen on the power of theatre in ‘Human Condition VIII’

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Huayi 2025: An Interview with Low Mei Yoke on dancing for life, and an invitation to ‘Dance with Me’

For Low Mei Yoke, dance has always been more than just movement—it’s a lifelong pursuit that has also been the glue keeping her closest friendships strong throughout the years. Now, with her latest show, Dance With Me, she’s inviting audiences into a deeply personal and heartfelt reunion, and to watch the power of friendship on display through dance and movement. Playing as part of the … Continue reading Huayi 2025: An Interview with Low Mei Yoke on dancing for life, and an invitation to ‘Dance with Me’

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Preview: Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2025 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

2025 marks the year of the snake, often associated with ideas of transformation, renewal, and spiritual growth. And as with every Chinese New Year, the Esplanade is back with a brand new edition of the annual Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts, with a line-up of Chinese works that appeal to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Now in its 23rd edition, Huayi will run … Continue reading Preview: Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2025 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Preview: Sunset Boulevard by Base Entertainment Asia

Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical event as international superstar and musical theatre icon Sarah Brightman leads a lavish new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard. Presented by Base Entertainment Asia, the highly anticipated revival promises to captivate audiences with its stunning visuals, unforgettable score, and a legendary performance by Brightman in the iconic role of Norma Desmond at the Sands Theatre at Marina … Continue reading Preview: Sunset Boulevard by Base Entertainment Asia

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Art What!: Beyond Giving, Inspiring Change by BGC Glass Studio

“We believe that the more we give, the more we receive. No matter how small or insignificant an act may seem, it has the potential to make a meaningful impact on society“ This January, BGC Glass Studio presents their inaugural exhibition Beyond Giving, Inspiring Change, a glass art exhibition that invites reflection on how small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect, leading to … Continue reading Art What!: Beyond Giving, Inspiring Change by BGC Glass Studio

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Art What!: Light to Night Festival 2025 – Do You See Me?

National Gallery Singapore presents Light to Night Singapore 2025, a marquee event of Singapore Art Week. This year, the crowd-favourite festival returns with a spotlight on visionary local artists and an invitation to “see and be seen”, exploring the diverse, multifaceted identities of our communities under the theme “Do You See Me?”. The meaningful theme underscores the Gallery’s collaboration with diverse artists and programmes, showcasing … Continue reading Art What!: Light to Night Festival 2025 – Do You See Me?

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Art What!: From Palais to Pulau by Critical Craft Collective

This Singapore Art Week, the Critical Craft Collective (CCC) presents From Palais to Pulau, a reimagining of Mrs Beeton’s Book of Household Management, the iconic Victorian-era domestic guide. This project examines invisible and emotional labour, gender roles, and colonial legacies within the home, highlighting often-overlooked cultural practices. The title signifies a transition from European conceptions and origins to Southeast Asia, particularly Singapore, with the aim … Continue reading Art What!: From Palais to Pulau by Critical Craft Collective

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