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

Television Time: BBC Shows – September 2021

This month, BBC Earth bring audiences on an excursion into uncharted territories around the world, beginning with Eden: Untamed Planet. Narrated by the talented, award-winning actress Helena Bonham Carter, this six-part series features Earth’s last remaining lands unscathed by human interference and the resulting rare biodiversity that flourishes there – all while surviving the rapid changes in today’s environment. In Where the Wild Men Are … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows – September 2021

Art What!: Singapore Art Museum’s ‘The Gift’

Who doesn’t like receiving presents? Christmas may not be a few months yet, but the Singapore Art Museum (SAM) has a gift for you – their newest exhibition, The Gift, running at National Gallery Singapore from 20th August to 7th November 2021. But how does a gift equal art? According to SAM, The simple act of gifting transforms an ordinary object into something much more … Continue reading Art What!: Singapore Art Museum’s ‘The Gift’

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

Preview: An Audience With No One by Bored Whale Theatre

Following on from their debut production in May, it seems that nothing, not even a pandemic, can stop Bored Whale Theatre, with their sophomore production arriving this September. Written and directed by Wisely Chow, An Audience with No One may sound like an absurdist play from its title alone, but in fact, takes on a far more supernatural slant. You know the vampire greats, from … Continue reading Preview: An Audience With No One by Bored Whale Theatre

Preview: Let’s Tango! Kumar Talks Heart to Heart with Interracial Couples

“We must not lightly give up this hard-won and delicate balance. As our society evolves, we have to continually adjust this balance to maintain our social harmony. It is the government’s duty to manage these issues on behalf of all Singaporeans, regardless of race, language or religion. To do this, we will need your cooperation, support and trust.” – Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. Singapore … Continue reading Preview: Let’s Tango! Kumar Talks Heart to Heart with Interracial Couples

NAC and NHB’s 2021 Arts and Heritage Scholarships awarded to 10 outstanding individuals

In emerging stronger as an arts community, and to inspire and uplift society in a post pandemic world, there is a need for diverse talents to enrich our arts and heritage ecosystem. This year, 10 outstanding individuals have been awarded the National Arts Council (NAC) and National Heritage Board (NHB) Scholarships. These scholarships nurture exceptional talent who are committed to drive the development of Singapore’s … Continue reading NAC and NHB’s 2021 Arts and Heritage Scholarships awarded to 10 outstanding individuals

Art What!: A Most Absurd Guide at UltraSuperNew Gallery

Mama Magnet and UltraSuperNew Gallery present: A Most Absurd Guide — A commodity of oddity that’s in fact, not an actual guide. A Most Absurd Guide is an art exhibition that takes visitors through ways in which to navigate the existential dread of a world that’s quite literally on fire.  Three artists acrossSoutheast Asia sprinkle their own pungent essence of bizarre cultural attitudes specific to their region. From Yogyakarta, Krack! Studio … Continue reading Art What!: A Most Absurd Guide at UltraSuperNew Gallery