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Esplanade’s The Studios 2023: An Interview with Silke Huysmans and Hannes Dereere, creators of ‘The Mining Trilogy’

In November 2015, a dam containing toxic mining waste collapsed a few miles away from theatremaker Silke Huysmans’ childhood home in the South of Brazil. Not only did a devastating flood of mud destroy several villages below the dam, but in the next couple of days, poisonous sludge flowed into the river Rio Doce and eventually reached the Atlantic Ocean, causing massive ecological impact and … Continue reading Esplanade’s The Studios 2023: An Interview with Silke Huysmans and Hannes Dereere, creators of ‘The Mining Trilogy’

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Preview: The Singapore International Film Festival’s Fundraiser 2023 to showcase a one-night-only, special-themed preview of Wes Anderson’s “Asteroid City”

The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) has announced a special fundraising screening for the Singapore premiere of Wes Anderson’s highly anticipated film, Asteroid City. This exclusive one-night-only event will take place on 5th August 2023, Saturday, at Golden Village Vivocity, preceding its public release in cinemas on 10th August 2023. Tickets for the fundraiser event will be available for a donation of $50 per seat. By donating, attendees … Continue reading Preview: The Singapore International Film Festival’s Fundraiser 2023 to showcase a one-night-only, special-themed preview of Wes Anderson’s “Asteroid City”

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Preview: The Studios 2023 – Landings by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Celebrating their 20th edition, the Esplanade’s The Studios series takes on a newer, expanded format, responding to the ever-changing world and continuing to programme work that challenges our notions of what art can be and do. Starting off this new version of The Studios, from 2023-2025, the programme will explore notions of Land. With works performed across various venues in the Esplanade, including the new … Continue reading Preview: The Studios 2023 – Landings by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Preview: Chachambo – Taking Flight by ART:DIS Singapore

Formerly known as Very Special Arts Singapore, ART:DIS Singapore is a non-profit organisation that champions persons with disabilities (PwDs) through arts. And this August, just in time for National Day, the pioneer cohort of ART:DIS’s BEYOND DIS:PLAY theatre training programme is set to present a new musical: Chachambo: Taking Flight. In Chachambo: Taking Flight, journey with a visually-impaired girl as she tries to revive an entertainment club … Continue reading Preview: Chachambo – Taking Flight by ART:DIS Singapore

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★★★☆☆ Review: Kusu Island by The Fool Theatre

Newcomers to the scene keep this short but sweet production buoyed. It’s been four long years since their last production, but Singapore theatre company The Fool Theatre is finally back with a brand new show: Kusu Island. Continuing their series of productions reimagining the origins of Singapore’s islands, this time around, they’re adapting the legend of Kusu Island into an Mandarin musical, perfect for audiences … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: Kusu Island by The Fool Theatre

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Drama Box aims to create new spaces for connection and expression for youth

Recent studies on youth mental health conducted in Singapore have shone a spotlight on how symptoms related to depression and anxiety are affecting young people here. The Covid-19 pandemic, in particular, has taken a harsh toll on the young. The safe-distancing measures of recent years have drastically limited their access to in-person programmes that hone relationship- and community-building skills. As such, more organisations are creating … Continue reading Drama Box aims to create new spaces for connection and expression for youth

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Preview: Kusu Island by The Fool Theatre

This July, The Fool Theatre returns with a brand new Mandarin musical. Aimed at reimagining the origins of the islands of Singapore, this time around, they will be tackling the history and heritage of Kusu Island. Director Xavier Kang leads the production that boasts an eclectic team, of which half are making their professional debuts in their respective roles onstage and off. Kusu Island follows … Continue reading Preview: Kusu Island by The Fool Theatre

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Preview: SGIFF presents Family Film Day – A One Day Showcase of Films to Warm The Heart

The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) will launch SGIFF Family Film Day at Our Tampines Hub on 15th July 2023 . Featuring a captivating lineup of films curated for audiences, the free film screenings promises a series of memorable cinematic experiences that celebrates the magic of storytelling and fosters a love for film among families. A total of three screenings will take place throughout the … Continue reading Preview: SGIFF presents Family Film Day – A One Day Showcase of Films to Warm The Heart

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Preview: i Light Singapore 2023

It’s time to light up Marina Bay once again, as i Light Singapore returns from 1st to 25th June 2023 with 14 captivating light art installations. Organised by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and presented by DBS, Asia’s leading sustainable light festival will also feature an exciting line-up of programmes to delight the senses and spark conversations on sustainability, in this visual playground where art, … Continue reading Preview: i Light Singapore 2023

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Preview: RENT by Sing’theatre Academy

Following his successful direction of I Love You You’re Perfect Now Change, TJ Taylor is set to direct the latest batch of “The Showstoppers”, the top students of Sing’theatre Academy, to perform one of the most popular musicals of the 21st century…RENT. RENT debuted off-Broadway in 1996, one day after its composer and playwright Jonathan Larson died of an aortic aneurysm at the age of … Continue reading Preview: RENT by Sing’theatre Academy

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