Preview: An Audience With No One by Bored Whale Theatre

Following on from their debut production in May, it seems that nothing, not even a pandemic, can stop Bored Whale Theatre, with their sophomore production arriving this September. Written and directed by Wisely Chow, An Audience with No One may sound like an absurdist play from its title alone, but in fact, takes on a far more supernatural slant. You know the vampire greats, from … Continue reading Preview: An Audience With No One by Bored Whale Theatre

Preview: Let’s Tango! Kumar Talks Heart to Heart with Interracial Couples

“We must not lightly give up this hard-won and delicate balance. As our society evolves, we have to continually adjust this balance to maintain our social harmony. It is the government’s duty to manage these issues on behalf of all Singaporeans, regardless of race, language or religion. To do this, we will need your cooperation, support and trust.” – Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. Singapore … Continue reading Preview: Let’s Tango! Kumar Talks Heart to Heart with Interracial Couples

Television Time: BBC Shows – April 2021

This April on the BBC, look out for highlights such as BBC Earth’s long-running The Truth About… series, cutting through the myth and offers scientific insights into how immunity, exercise and mental health really works, demonstrating how audiences can incorporate them into their everyday living. BBC First delivers a month of murder with three chilling new premieres. BAFTA-winning Unforgotten returns for its fourth season with Nicola Walker … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows – April 2021

Television Time: BBC Shows – March 2021

It’s going to be a March filled with incredible dramas and heart-warming stories with BBC studios. Starting with BBC First, viewers will be treated to the likes of Jodie Comer, Martin Freeman, Imelda Staunton and more in the contemporary drama, Talking Heads – an adaptation of Allan Bennett’s beloved series of stage monologues. Tackling topics such as grief, guilt and isolation, Talking Heads will penetrate the hearts … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows – March 2021

Television Time: BBC Shows – February 2021

It’s going to be a month of abundance this February as BBC Studios presents a collection of programmes for you to enjoy during Chinese New Year. First up, kick start the month with BBC’s Eco Season – a month long stint aimed at encouraging individuals to adopt more eco-friendly habits in 2021. Featuring investigative documentaries such as Extinction: The Facts and Feast to Save the Planet, viewers can … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows – February 2021

By The Book: New Epigram Releases – January 2021

Start off the new year with some brand new books from local publishers Epigram, perfect for getting a head start on new year’s vows to read more, and expand your knowledge and appreciation of local literature. From Epigram Fiction Prize longlister Teo Xue Shen comes his second book, Children of the Ark; an illustrated book about making your own way in life with J.H. Low’s Lemonade Sky; and … Continue reading By The Book: New Epigram Releases – January 2021

Television Time: BBC Shows – January 2021

It’s not just a new month; it’s a new year, as the BBC presents a slew of new television shows to kickstart your January with. Begin the month with BBC’s latest nature documentary series – A Perfect Planet. Narrated by renowned presenter Sir David Attenborough, this five-part series will feature how Earth’s forces of nature shape its great diversity of life and what we can do to … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows – January 2021

By The Book: 2021 Epigram Books Fiction Prize Award Ceremony open to public

The Epigram Books Fiction Prize Award is upon us again, and before you know it, the local publisher will be crowning the 2021 recipient at the ceremony on 16th January. But unlike other years, with COVID-19 having ravaged live events, the ceremony will instead be taking place online, and open to public for the very first time! Members of the public can choose to catch … Continue reading By The Book: 2021 Epigram Books Fiction Prize Award Ceremony open to public

Television Time: An Interview with the producers of BBC’s A Perfect Planet

Even as the pandemic continues to ravage across the world, if there’s one surefire way to lift the mood, it’s with a nature documentary. And with BBC at the helm and Sir David Attenborough narrating, new series A Perfect Planet is set to bring the beauty and wonder of planet Earth back to our screens once again. As the only known planet known to have the … Continue reading Television Time: An Interview with the producers of BBC’s A Perfect Planet