Film Fanatic: Mocha Chai Laboratories and The One Enterprise team up for new 8-Part thriller series ‘Decalcomania’

Following their announcement of upcoming mockumentary film The Sandbox, Singapore’s Mocha Chai Laboratories (MCL) is joining forces with Thai entertainment giant The One Enterprise to produce Decalcomania, a gripping, cross-border mystery thriller. Currently filming in both Singapore and Bangkok, this edge-of-your-seat series is bringing together a who’s who of Asian entertainment royalty — Screen by Mookda Narinrak (who plays both twins) and Hussawee Pakrapongpisan- both … Continue reading Film Fanatic: Mocha Chai Laboratories and The One Enterprise team up for new 8-Part thriller series ‘Decalcomania’

bakchormeeboyJuly 3, 2025Leave a comment

Arts, Pangdemonium, Review, Singapore, Theatre

★★★☆☆ Review: Singapore, Michigan by Pangdemonium!

Reflections on freedom and values in Singapore while a love triangle goes awry in Chong An Ong’s professional debut. One’s varsity years are often looked back on as the halcyon days of their lives, a time of freedom, of exploration and self-discovery, allowing you to realise who you are and what you want with little to no restrictions. But come graduation year, and there’s a … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: Singapore, Michigan by Pangdemonium!

bakchormeeboyJuly 1, 20252 Comments

Arts, Drama Centre Black Box, Malay Theatre, Review, Teater Ekamatra

★★★☆☆ Review: National Memory Project by Teater Ekamatra

The future of Singapore is bleak, in a city that is all too willing to archive its past. While across the world, developing and using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in daily life is fast becoming the norm, it’s been especially worrying that local government entities have been leaping onto the AI trend and adopted it as the next big thing. From designing posters to interactive … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: National Memory Project by Teater Ekamatra

bakchormeeboyJuly 1, 20251 Comment

Arts, Review, Theatre, Wild Rice

★★★★☆ Review: Dreamplay – Asian Boys Vol. 1 by Wild Rice

Flamboyant, unabashed examination of the gay scene in Singapore investigates the origins and evolution of the queer condition over the decades through scenes both campy and poignant. A dildo as a magical compass. Trans women throwing shade and competing in a pageant. Coolies and samsui women vying for the affections of other men while reciting Gloria Gaynor’s ‘I Will Survive’. These are just some of … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Dreamplay – Asian Boys Vol. 1 by Wild Rice

bakchormeeboyJune 28, 2025June 28, 20252 Comments

Arts, Dance with Me, Review

★★★★☆ Review: Sloth Canon by T.H.E Dance Company and Company 605

Surreal, fragile and delusional collaboration is a keen exploration of shared desire and movement. Envisioned and choreographed by Anthea Seah of Singapore’s T.H.E Dance Company, and Josh Martin of Canada’s Company 605, new collaborative work Sloth Canon sees a dynamic team of performers and collaborators from both cities coming together to seek out what it means to build and to break. At the heart of … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Sloth Canon by T.H.E Dance Company and Company 605

bakchormeeboyJune 28, 2025June 28, 20251 Comment

Arts, Drama Centre Black Box, Malay Theatre, Preview

An Interview with the cast and creatives of Teater Ekamatra’s ‘National Memory Project’

This June, Teater Ekamatra returns with National Memory Project, a quietly devastating, politically astute, and culturally layered play by Jonny Jon Jon. Originally staged in 2012 and again in 2016, this third incarnation marks the play’s first under Ekamatra’s banner, and will be helmed by Mohd Fared Jainal, who directs the two-hander starring Ellison Tan and Fir Rahman. At the helm is Ekamatra’s long-time artistic … Continue reading An Interview with the cast and creatives of Teater Ekamatra’s ‘National Memory Project’

bakchormeeboyJune 26, 2025Leave a comment

Arts, Concert, musical, Preview, Sands Theatre, Theatre

Preview: Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour by Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Nick Grace Management and Base Entertainment Asia

Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Nick Grace Management and Base Entertainment Asia, is proud to announce that tickets are now on sale for Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour. The highly anticipated production will take the stage at the Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands from 24 March 2026, as part of its acclaimed world tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of … Continue reading Preview: Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour by Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Nick Grace Management and Base Entertainment Asia

bakchormeeboyJune 23, 2025Leave a comment

Arts, Comedy, Review

★★★★★ Review: Happy Ever Laughter PARTY (HELP) by Dream Academy

Dream Academy brings back their beloved Happy Ever Laughter series with a winning campaign for local humour. Following a feverish election season, you might have felt “hammered” by “lightning”, or experienced the mysterious side effect of compulsively looking Left and Right, perhaps even singing horrifically off-tune. If you need a little post-election therapy, Dream Academy’s got you covered with their newest edition of hit stand-up … Continue reading ★★★★★ Review: Happy Ever Laughter PARTY (HELP) by Dream Academy

bakchormeeboyJune 22, 2025June 23, 20251 Comment

architecture, Arts, festival, Preview

Preview: Singapore Archifest 2025 – Don’t (Just) Think Like An Architect

Singapore Archifest (SGAF) 2025, an annual festival celebrating architecture and the built environment, today unveiled its highly anticipated programme, inviting design enthusiasts and the public to explore a radical new perspective on design. Running from 25 June to 25 July 2025 across the city, the 19th edition challenges audiences to “Don’t (Just) Think Like An Architect,” positioning architecture not merely as building structures, but as … Continue reading Preview: Singapore Archifest 2025 – Don’t (Just) Think Like An Architect

bakchormeeboyJune 22, 2025Leave a comment

Arts, Dance with Me, Preview

Dance with Me: An Interview with Kuik Swee Boon on the 15th cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival and the Paths That Bind Us

This June marks a pivotal moment for contemporary dance in Singapore as cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival returns for its milestone 15th edition. Themed Paths That Bind Us, the 2025 programme is more than a showcase of works; it’s also a meditation on connection, memory, collaboration, and resilience. At its helm is Kuik Swee Boon, Artistic Director of T.H.E Dance Company and founding festival director of … Continue reading Dance with Me: An Interview with Kuik Swee Boon on the 15th cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival and the Paths That Bind Us

bakchormeeboyJune 20, 2025June 21, 2025Leave a comment

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