SGIFF reveals 2021 Film Academy Mentors, extends deadline for submissions

The Singapore International Film Festival has announceda trio of well-respected industry experts who will mentor in its series of Film Academy developmental programmes with the festival. Part of SGIFF’s Call for Entry submissions include applications to these programmes. Beyond film screenings, the Film Academy programmes are part of the Festival’s ambition is to nurture film talent in Singapore and Southeast Asia.  Filmmaker Tan Chui Mui … Continue reading SGIFF reveals 2021 Film Academy Mentors, extends deadline for submissions

Singapore International Film Festival launches first-ever fundraising collaboration with Knuckles & Notch

Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) has announced its first-ever Fundraising Collaboration with local Risograph studio, Knuckles & Notch through a Limited Edition Risograph print, titled ‘Air Mata Kucing <3’.  Over the years, SGIFF has become iconic in bringing a vibrant film experience to the city and a deeper appreciation of Singapore’s cinematic culture. Unbeknownst to most, SGIFF is a non-profit organisation that aims to serve … Continue reading Singapore International Film Festival launches first-ever fundraising collaboration with Knuckles & Notch

Film Fanatic: *SCAPE’s Film Facilitation shorts make waves at international film fests

Organised by *SCAPE, the second edition of the National Youth Film Awards (NYFA) Film Facilitation Programme (FFP) returns this year following the success of last year’s run. NYFA FFP is a nine-month mentorship programme, a holistic end-to-end mentorship initiative that provides a seed funding of $10,000, where past NYFA nominees and winners are mentored by internationally-renowned filmmakers to produce a short film. The inaugural 2020 … Continue reading Film Fanatic: *SCAPE’s Film Facilitation shorts make waves at international film fests

★★☆☆☆ Review: Cyril & Michael by Bridging The Gap

Good chemistry can be hard to find. They say love can be hard to find in our modern times, and queer love, even harder. Heck, even just finding a good connection with someone can be nigh impossible, with the fleeting nature of dating apps and the culture of one-night stands that pervades the community. How then, do you behave when you finally get a chance … Continue reading ★★☆☆☆ Review: Cyril & Michael by Bridging The Gap

Preview: da:ns festival 2021 by Esplanade – Theatres on The Bay

In the middle of the pandemic, it’s all too easy to come to a complete standstill. But for dancers – movement is eternal, and the one thing that will keep them going, as exemplified and celebrated each year at the Esplanade’s da:ns festival. This year, the 16th edition of the festival will take place from 8th to 17th October, and in line with the way … Continue reading Preview: da:ns festival 2021 by Esplanade – Theatres on The Bay

Preview: Locked! by Decadance Co

After catching them in 2020 with their work No Corners, we’re excited to see Decadance Co returning to the stage this September, with their brand new production Locked! at the Goodman Arts Centre Black Box. Featuring dancers from Decadance Co and their young company decak!ds, Locked! dives the narratives of the pandemic lockdown. The production draws stories from their cast of dancers to reflect the … Continue reading Preview: Locked! by Decadance Co

Preview: liTHE 2021 by T.H.E Second Company

This September, T.H.E Second Company celebrates a milestone event, with the 10th anniversary of their annual liTHE programme at the Goodman Arts Centre (GAC) Black Box. As the semi-professional arm of T.H.E Dance Company, liTHE showcases the growth of these Second Company members as dance artists, and signifies T.H.E’s commitment to nurturing the development of these semi-professional dancers. Since 2017, liTHE has become an incubation … Continue reading Preview: liTHE 2021 by T.H.E Second Company

Fashion Forward: Miss Singapore Universe 2021 goes hybrid

The time has finally come to crown Miss Universe Singapore 2021, as eight finalists battle it out for the prestigious title. Shortlisted from a pool of over 60 applicants, these young women will be competing at the first-ever hybrid version of the event, set to be livestreamed on 17th September 2021 at 9pm as part of The Front Row, Singapore’s definitive virtual fashion festival. This … Continue reading Fashion Forward: Miss Singapore Universe 2021 goes hybrid

Fashion Forward: Just 3 days till The Front Row 2021 premieres

The Front Row, Singapore’s definitive virtual fashion festival, is back for its second edition from 27th August, online and completely free to view. This year’s festival takes on an on-demand viewing format, with virtual fashion shows from all participating brands available at the click of a button, anytime, anywhere. Viewers can also rewatch shows from labels they love, and browse and shop these hot-off-the-press collections … Continue reading Fashion Forward: Just 3 days till The Front Row 2021 premieres

Preview: Love & Information by Young & Wild

Pandemic be damned, as local theatre giants Wild Rice’s latest batch of Young & Wild youth theatremakers get ready to present their graduation show this September. Directed by Young & Wild mentor and director Edith Podesta, the batch of 15 actors will be performing Love & Information at the Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre at Wild Rice’s home at Funan. Written by esteemed British playwright Caryl … Continue reading Preview: Love & Information by Young & Wild