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Books, By The Book, Singapore

By The Book: Writehaus Asia releases Fandi Ahmad biography

Writehaus Asia launched Fandi: Honour & Sacrifice on his birthday commemorating his 60 years. The biography written by Durga Poonambalam looks at Fandi Ahmad’s life and career and shares his 3DS (determination, dedication, discipline and sacrifice) philosophy that weaves throughout the book.  The biography asks through Fandi’s reflections for people to consider what is needed to turn their ambitions into reality despite their challenges. It … Continue reading By The Book: Writehaus Asia releases Fandi Ahmad biography

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Books, By The Book, literature, Singapore

By The Book: Epigram Coffee Bookshop opens at SAM @ Tanjong Distripark

While the Huggs-Epigram Bookshop at the URA building was shuttered during the pandemic, there’s a brand new avenue for purveyors of local writing to get their book and coffee fix – Epigram Coffee Bookshop at SAM @ Tanjong Distripark is now officially open. Epigram Coffee Bookshop is a concept store from Epigram Bookshop and Balestier Market Collective (BMC). A collaborative effort to bring together coffee … Continue reading By The Book: Epigram Coffee Bookshop opens at SAM @ Tanjong Distripark

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Arts, Preview, Theatre

Preview: Flipside 2022 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

The June holidays are fast upon us, and with it comes the Esplanade’s Flipside Festival, where theatre and the performing arts takes a walk on the fun side. Taking place from 3rd to 12th June, As borders re-open and social distancing becomes a little lessened, we’re almost certainly back to normal, as Flipside goes full on into its slew of fun, quirky mix of experiences, … Continue reading Preview: Flipside 2022 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Arts, Music, Preview, Theatre

Preview: Pesta Raya 2022 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

After spending most of the last two years relegated to online platforms, Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts returns this May for a 2022, physical edition at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay. Now in its 21st edition, the festival celebrates Malay artists across mediums, from music to theatre to dance, with a particular focus on icons who have shaped the local arts and … Continue reading Preview: Pesta Raya 2022 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Arts, Film, News, Singapore

Film Fanatic: 33rd Singapore International Film Festival opens calls for entry

The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) is set for its 33rd edition from 24th November to 4th December 2022, with a call for entries for Feature Films from Asia and Short Films from Southeast Asia, as well as a call for applications for its Asian Producers Network, Southeast Asian Film Lab and Youth Critics Programme till 8 August 2022. This year, the Southeast Asian Producers … Continue reading Film Fanatic: 33rd Singapore International Film Festival opens calls for entry

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Art What!, Visual Art

Art What!: Singapore Biennale 2022 partners Darat al Funun – The Khalid Shoman Foundation for its artist residency programme

The Singapore Biennale 2022 (SB2022) announced its partnership with Darat al Funun – The Khalid Shoman Foundation. Through this partnership, the two institutions will conduct two artist residency programmes that will take place from 16 May 2022 to 31 July 2022 and September to November 2022 in Jordan and Singapore respectively this year. The presentations produced as part of the residency will be featured as … Continue reading Art What!: Singapore Biennale 2022 partners Darat al Funun – The Khalid Shoman Foundation for its artist residency programme

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Arts, Review, SRT, Theatre

★★★★☆ Review: C-O-N-T-A-C-T by Singapore Repertory Theatre

Getting back in touch with yourself, and those around you. Solitude has become one of the biggest buzzwords to arise out of the pandemic. From self-imposed isolations, to lockdowns that limit socialising to online channels, loneliness has given us more time than ever to spend time with our selves. But perhaps one thing that few of us have really paid attention to is the quality … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: C-O-N-T-A-C-T by Singapore Repertory Theatre

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Books, By The Book, literature, Singapore

By The Book: Go on a Book Trip with Tusitala this Singapore HeritageFest

Canʼt travel literally? Travel literary, and rediscover Singaporeʼs attractions through the eyes of local writers. Take a day trip with local authors! Explore the island anew through this online literary map of Singaporeʼs past and present attractions. Rediscover travel and tourism through 15 short stories, essays, and poems, which take you to iconic places like Raffles Hotel and Changi Airport, as well as off the … Continue reading By The Book: Go on a Book Trip with Tusitala this Singapore HeritageFest

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Arts, Comedy, Preview

Preview: VTL Comedy – Live In Singapore

VTL Comedy aims to bring together Singaporean and International artists in an attempt to fire up the vibrant stand-up comedy scene once again! The first installment is the Singapore-Malaysia collaboration with well-known Singaporean artists like Sharul Channa and Jinx Yeo, and Malaysia’s funniest and quirkiest comedians – Jen Han, Keren, Prakash and Shamaine. Don’t miss this hilarious line-up and get ready to laugh your hearts out with the region’s neighbour-comedians as … Continue reading Preview: VTL Comedy – Live In Singapore

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Film, News, Singapore

Film Fanatic: European Film Festival 2022

The much-anticipated European Film Festival (EUFF) is back this May, as it brings the best of European cinema to Singapore. The festival takes place at The Projector from 12th to 26th May 2022, and features 24 films from 23 countries. The films showcased belong to a specific country while representing Europe’s rich cultural heritage. Presented by the European Union (EU) Delegation to Singapore, EUFF shines … Continue reading Film Fanatic: European Film Festival 2022

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