Oo La Lab Celebrates Pride Month with Special No Labels Fragrance Workshops Throughout June

It’s Pride month around the world, and that means brands and companies all over are pulling out all the stops to make the LGBTQ community feel special for all of June. Local scent company Oo La Lab then, has launched their No Labels campaign, as they peel back the labels that divide and discriminate and celebrate humanity’s freedom of personal expression. In a special, Pride edition … Continue reading Oo La Lab Celebrates Pride Month with Special No Labels Fragrance Workshops Throughout June

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Arts, Books, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Singapore Art Book Fair (SGABF) 2019

This June, the Singapore Art Book Fair (SGBAF) returns for one weekend as art lovers and especially art book lovers head down to Gillman Barracks to stock up on their collection. The sixth edition of this free event is open to the public and features a selection of art books, art catalogues, monographs, zines, and printed ephemera, as over 80 local and international exhibitors showcase their selections of … Continue reading Preview: Singapore Art Book Fair (SGABF) 2019

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Art What!, Arts, Preview, Singapore

Museum Musings: National Gallery Singapore presents Awakenings – Art in Society in Asia 1960s-1990s

In the wake of the recent anti-extradition protests, it seems oddly appropriate that the National Gallery Singapore’s (The Gallery) latest exhibition deals with issues of art as provocative, rebellious and resonant, its Southeast Asian premiere following successful showings in Japan and Korea. Co-organised by The Gallery, Museum of Modern Art Tokyo (MOMAT), Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Korea (MMCA) and the Japan Foundation Asia … Continue reading Museum Musings: National Gallery Singapore presents Awakenings – Art in Society in Asia 1960s-1990s

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Arts, News, Singapore

Esplanade Breaks New Ground with Singtel Waterfront Theatre

Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay officially broke ground on Tuesday, 18th June for the construction of its new 550-seat theatre situated along its busy waterfront. In appreciation of Singtel’s generous donation of S$10 million, the performance venue will be named Singtel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade. Opening in 2021, the new theatre will fill the gap between Esplanade’s large venues and smaller studio spaces, and … Continue reading Esplanade Breaks New Ground with Singtel Waterfront Theatre

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Food, Sands Theatre, Sands Theatre Highlights, Singapore

Count down The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2019 with exciting events at Marina Bay Sands

Gear up for an exciting week at Marina Bay Sands, as the integrated resort ushers in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2019 for the first time in Asia. Highlights of the five-day event (22nd- 26th June) include a star-studded #50BestTalks, a 90-minute thought leadership stage show and live discussion titled Kitchen Karma. Headlined by Marina Bay Sands’ very own celebrity chef Tetsuya Wakuda; Italian restauranteurMassimo Bottura, whose restaurant Osteria Francescana … Continue reading Count down The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2019 with exciting events at Marina Bay Sands

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Singapore, Sports

Sports Hub Community Play Day 2019 – Summer Sports Jam

Soak up the sun at the Singapore Sports Hub this 13 July 2019, from 10am to 8pm, during the inaugural summer-themed Sports Hub Community Play Day – Summer Sports Jam. Held at the OCBC Square, the event will feature innovative workout activities for the whole family. Dance workout enthusiasts can boogie the afternoon away at the first ever Summer Spin Jam through various workouts led by a … Continue reading Sports Hub Community Play Day 2019 – Summer Sports Jam

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Arts, musical, Preview, Sands Theatre, Singapore, SRT, Theatre

Preview: Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street presented by Singapore Repertory Theatre

As the first Asian woman to ever win a Tony Award after originating the role of Kim in Miss Saigon, and the singing voice of not one but two Disney princesses, musical theatre icon Lea Salonga needs no introduction. While she most recently starred on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning revival of Once on This Island, Salonga is no stranger to performing in Singapore, having appeared in shows such as God … Continue reading Preview: Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street presented by Singapore Repertory Theatre

bakchormeeboyJune 17, 2019July 2, 2019Leave a comment

Singapore

Capella Curates: Capella Hotels & Resorts Launches Cultural Experiences

Committed to maintaining excellence in the craft of hospitality, the criticallly-acclaimed Capella Hotels & Resorts have launched Capella Curates, offering exclusive adventures, interesting characters, whimsical traditions, and the opportunity to hone unexplored skills in one incredible experience. Capella Curates offers a range of on and off-site experiences designed by the Capella Culturist in every property, allowing guests to glimpse the soul of each destination and be guided by … Continue reading Capella Curates: Capella Hotels & Resorts Launches Cultural Experiences

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Arts, Concert, Music, Preview

Preview: Divergence by Braddell Heights Symphony Orchestra

Born in Cebu, Philippines, Albert Tiu has been called “an artist of uncommon abilities” by American Record Guide, receiving plenty of fanfare for his interpretations and technical accomplishment. And this June, Singaporeans will get a chance to see the maestro in person with the Braddell Heights Symphony Orchestra’s (BHSO) DIVERGENCE. In this crowd-favourite symphonic masterworks concert conducted by Adrian Tan, the orchestra will present 3 major … Continue reading Preview: Divergence by Braddell Heights Symphony Orchestra

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Film, Singapore

Singapore International Film Festival makes waves in Southeast Asia ahead of its 30th edition

The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) is here to make waves with launch of its inaugural edition of Travelling Waves and an all-new format of New Waves. Pioneering these refreshed programmes ahead of its 30th edition in November, the Festival continues to grow appreciation among film-lovers, strengthen the independent film ecosystem in the region, while championing its talents and stories. Travelling Waves is a multi-city … Continue reading Singapore International Film Festival makes waves in Southeast Asia ahead of its 30th edition