Tag: september

Arts, Comedy, Music, Preview, Singapore

Laughter Is: An Interview with Fakkah Fuzz, Becky Lucas and Ben Knight of the Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow 2019

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is back this September with a brand new crew of FIVE hilarious comedians from Australia and the region to tickle your funnybone and leave you chortling. This year’s line-up features a familiar face to locals – Singapore’s very own Fakkah Fuzz, who will be joined by Australian comedian and writer Becky Lucas, the award-winning Aaron Chen; teacher turned comic/musician/actor Ben Knight, and British … Continue reading Laughter Is: An Interview with Fakkah Fuzz, Becky Lucas and Ben Knight of the Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow 2019

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Arts, Review, Singapore

Review: Caught by Singapore Repertory Theatre

It is not the truth, but the semblance of the truth that truly matters in SRT’s first immersive production. Presented by the Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT), Caught plays as part of the Miaja Gallery’s Dissonance exhibition, inviting recently released Chinese fugitive and dissident artist Lin Bo to speak at the gallery itself. Caught is directed and conceptualised by Ed Sylvanus Iskandar, with text by Christopher Chen, performed by Lin … Continue reading Review: Caught by Singapore Repertory Theatre

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Review: KNOTS《结》by STRANGER

New Chinese theatre collective still has some knotty issues to untangle.  In spirituality, it is believed that if one does not let go of the metaphorical ‘knots in one’s heart’, then their mind will remain tormented by these unresolved issues, burdened and suffering on. It is one such knot that takes centrestage in KNOTS, playing as part of the Singapore Chinese Language Theatre Alliance’s New Works … Continue reading Review: KNOTS《结》by STRANGER

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Arts, Centre 42, Preview, Singapore

Preview: The Jugular Vein by The Haque Collective

There’s a new theatre company in town, and they’re ready to rock the boat with their very first production. Dubbed The Haque Collective, after Founding Member Kamil Haque, brand new play The Jugular Vein premieres this September at Centre 42, and promises a dark comedy outing that’s sure to leave you all choked up. Directed by Kamil Haque (Method Productions) and written by screenwriter James Thoo (head … Continue reading Preview: The Jugular Vein by The Haque Collective

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London, Preview, Singapore

Television Time: An Interview with Adventurer Ryan Pyle, Host of BBC’s Extreme Treks

When we meet television show producer and presenter Ryan Pyle, he’s dressed smartly, in a long-sleeve shirt, clean shoes and a light, comfortable looking blazer. It’s hard to imagine that this is the same man who has led quite the life, having ridden across China on a motorbike, trekked across extreme deserts and climbed some of the world’s tallest mountains over the last nine years. … Continue reading Television Time: An Interview with Adventurer Ryan Pyle, Host of BBC’s Extreme Treks

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Opera, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: Nam Hwa Blazes 《万紫千红》“Teochew Opera Classics Excerpts” by Nam Hwa Opera

Nam Hwa Opera’s quarterly FREE outreach series Nam Hwa Blazes is back this September for a very special edition. Playing at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre on Friday, 27th September 2019, the upcoming edition of Nam Hwa Blazes will be presented by veteran Teochew opera actors, who will perform 3 opera performances surrounding the bitterness, hardships and happiness in love. In Reunion at the tower《楼台会》, legendary lovers Liang Shanbo and Zhu … Continue reading Preview: Nam Hwa Blazes 《万紫千红》“Teochew Opera Classics Excerpts” by Nam Hwa Opera

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Arts, Dance with Me, Experimental, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Being, and Organs by Paul Gong (Taiwan), presented by RAW Moves

With emerging technologies, a bio-printed heart is now close to reality. With these artificial organs gaining increasingly similar structure and compatibility, a new relationship is generated between humans and their bodies. With Being, and Organs, conceptualiser Paul Gong and Movement mentor Ricky Sim, Artistic Director of RAW Moves unite to examine the topic of trans-humanism, bodily integrity and the social-ethical implications of artificial organs. Staying … Continue reading Preview: Being, and Organs by Paul Gong (Taiwan), presented by RAW Moves

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Dance with Me, Singapore

Dance Dance Dance: Elevate the Streets 2019 (Preview)

A brand new dance jam aiming to spread awareness of hip-hop and its positive impact on society arrives this September. Titled Elevate the Streets, the one day only event will take place at Golden Mile Tower Carpark Space, and dance showcases to spread the power of dance, after months of work. Since March 2019, the team of seasoned youth breakdancers formed close partnerships with registered Social Service Organizations … Continue reading Dance Dance Dance: Elevate the Streets 2019 (Preview)

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Fashion, Singapore, Sports

F1 Grand Prix 2019: International Designers Frieda Brides and Local Brand Mr. G to Showcase Collections at Amber Lounge Singapore

With the Amber Lounge’s returns to Singapore this September, so will its annual Fashion Show, this time seeing international models and motorsport drivers showcase this season’s collection of VIP couturier by Frieda Brides and Mr. G. Taking on the theme of ‘Ice White’, Frieda Brides represents an array of exciting, bridal designers from different corners of the world, who will unite at Amber Fashion to curate a collection … Continue reading F1 Grand Prix 2019: International Designers Frieda Brides and Local Brand Mr. G to Showcase Collections at Amber Lounge Singapore

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Arts, Interview, Singapore

SRT’s Caught: An Interview with Director Ed Sylvanus Iskandar

There’s something undeniably joyous about the way Ed Sylvanus Iskandar carries himself. Perhaps it’s a pre-requisite for an immersive theatre director to be have a little spring in their step, a little hope in their heart and almost always excited each night with the unpredictability of what one will experience at a show, where every performance will undoubtedly be different. “I like comparing the theatre … Continue reading SRT’s Caught: An Interview with Director Ed Sylvanus Iskandar

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