Preview:《薪动时刻》EMERGENCE 2021 by Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre

The COVID-19 pandemic may have pressed pause on the Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre (SCDT) previous performance, but this December, they’re returning with the 7th edition of their EMERGENCE series, taking place at Goodman Arts Centre’s Blackbox. Aimed to provide an avenue for budding choreographers to develop their artistic skills and present their work, not only do the choreographers have to incorporate elements of Chinese dance … Continue reading Preview:《薪动时刻》EMERGENCE 2021 by Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre

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Art What!, Arts, Preview

Art What!: Bangkok Art Biennale 2022 CHAOS : CALM Announces First List of 20 artists, 7 venues including BAB Virtual Space

BANGKOK – The Bangkok Art Biennale Foundation is delighted to announce the first twenty artists and seven venues for the third edition of the Bangkok Art Biennale (BAB). Organised in collaboration with Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev) and public and private sectors, BAB 2022 CHAOS : CALM will take place from 22 October 2022 to 23 February 2023 at various locations across Bangkok as … Continue reading Art What!: Bangkok Art Biennale 2022 CHAOS : CALM Announces First List of 20 artists, 7 venues including BAB Virtual Space

bakchormeeboyNovember 30, 2021January 4, 2022Leave a comment

London, Preview, Singapore

Television Time: Christmas at home 2021 with BBC Studios

Whether you’re in need of recipe inspirations to prepare a stunning Christmas dinner or looking for holiday shows to binge on, we’ve got the very best of British Lifestyle and Entertainment programmes here at BBC Studios to keep you in the festive mood all month long in December. Get top tips from our celebrity chefs in their Christmas specials! Nigella Lawson’s table tourism showcase in Nigella’s … Continue reading Television Time: Christmas at home 2021 with BBC Studios

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Arts, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: M1 Singapore Fringe Festival 2022 – The Helpers

We’re already coming to the end of 2021, and we all know what that means – the announcement of the brand new lineup for the M1 Singapore Fringe Festival, running from 12th to 23rd January 2022. Organised by The Necessary Stage (TNS), with artistic direction from TNS Artistic Director Alvin Tan, similar to the 2021 edition, the upcoming edition of the Fringe will be a … Continue reading Preview: M1 Singapore Fringe Festival 2022 – The Helpers

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Preview: Don’t Cancer Me Can by Split Theatre

Split Theatre has always held a unique, singular voice in the Singapore theatrical scene, crafting experimental works that bring across strong messages and commentary about the world we live in. In line with its motto, You Matter, Split Theatre aims to remember and heal the past and the Singaporean identity, and consequently build meaningful human-to-human relationships, whether it’s within the company, or between the company … Continue reading Preview: Don’t Cancer Me Can by Split Theatre

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Art What!: Chua Mia Tee – Directing The Real at National Gallery Singapore

This November, National Gallery Singapore presents Chua Mia Tee: Directing the Real, which spotlights leading realist artist Chua Mia Tee. Taking inspiration from the artist’s quote on how “the painter assumes the role of screenwriter, director and actor to freely shape the subject’s image”, the exhibition offers audiences an insight into Chua’s distinct view on realism that goes beyond the mere representation of reality. A … Continue reading Art What!: Chua Mia Tee – Directing The Real at National Gallery Singapore

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Museums, Preview

Museum Musings: PSM50 – Celebrating the Golden Jubilee of Singapore’s Preservation Journey (PSM50) at National Museum Singapore

In commemoration of 50 years of preserving historic buildings, sites and structures in Singapore, a special exhibition titled PSM50: Celebrating the Golden Jubilee of Singapore’s Preservation Journey (PSM50) opens from 13 November 2021 to 2 January 2022 at the National Museum of Singapore. Singapore’s preservation journey began in 1971 when the Preservation of Monuments Act came into force, which led to the formation of the … Continue reading Museum Musings: PSM50 – Celebrating the Golden Jubilee of Singapore’s Preservation Journey (PSM50) at National Museum Singapore

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Arts, Interview, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Momotaro and the Magnificent Peach: An Interview with Director and Playwright Dwayne Lau

They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what about a peach? In the case of Wild Rice, they’re presenting you with a big, in fact, a Magnificent peach this holiday season that’s sure to chase the pandemic blues away, with their brand new year-end pantomime Momotaro and the Magnificent Peach. Adapted from the Japanese folk tale of Momotaro, the musical theatre … Continue reading Momotaro and the Magnificent Peach: An Interview with Director and Playwright Dwayne Lau

bakchormeeboyNovember 18, 2021November 28, 2021Leave a comment

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Preview: Session Zero by Checkpoint Theatre

The term ‘Session Zero’ is probably an unfamiliar one, unless you play tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons. The phrase refers to the first meeting between a game master and their players, meeting for the first time and establishing the rules of play for the campaign they’re about to embark on. It’s a ritual of trust, lays down the groundwork, and deciding on how things … Continue reading Preview: Session Zero by Checkpoint Theatre

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Arts, Cabaret, Preview, Theatre

Iconic drag cabaret show Boom Boom Room to stage live variety show at Marina Bay Sands

In the early days of our independence, before becoming renowned for being the no-nonsense, pristine city we are today, Singapore’s nightlife was once the jewel of the East, attracting tourists from far and wide to the fabulous Bugis Street. Featuring female impersonators, transvestites and drag queens before they were even known by that title, Bugis Street thronged with gawkers and fascinated audiences as the queens … Continue reading Iconic drag cabaret show Boom Boom Room to stage live variety show at Marina Bay Sands