Garden By The Bay’s Rhodendron Radiance shows off over 80 varieties of rhododendrons

For the first time in Singapore, visitors to Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome will get to experience the lush blooms of more than 80 varieties of rhododendrons, which have been brought in for the inaugural Rhododendron Radiance floral display. Rhododendron Radiance will run from today until 28th October. Rhododendrons are flowering bushes well-loved by gardeners around the world for their showy flowers that bloom … Continue reading Garden By The Bay’s Rhodendron Radiance shows off over 80 varieties of rhododendrons

Singapore Comic Con 2019: Designer Toys From Mighty Jaxx and Other Acclaimed Designers

Art toy lovers of all ages and pop culture fans can anticipate a nostalgic weekend with their favourite toy artisans at Singapore Comic Con (SGCC) 2019. Returning for their seventh year at SGCC 2019, award-winning design studio Mighty Jaxx prides itself in developing original content and products. Since its inception in 2012, Mighty Jaxx has delivered over thousands of products to collectors all over the … Continue reading Singapore Comic Con 2019: Designer Toys From Mighty Jaxx and Other Acclaimed Designers

Preview: Being Mrs. Gandhi by HuM Theatre

The last time local theatre company HuM Theatre produced a show was back in 2016, with We Are Like This Only 2. This October, they’re back with a brand new production, presenting new play Being Mrs. Gandhi at the KC Arts Centre, about the life of the wife of iconic Indian civil rights activist Mahatma Gandhi. Written and directed by Subin Subaiah, Being Mrs. Gandhi stars Daisy Irani as Kasturba, the … Continue reading Preview: Being Mrs. Gandhi by HuM Theatre

Exhibition Extravaganza: An Interview with Heath Yeo on the Art of Sulam (One Machine, One Stitch, One Man)

Sarong kebayas are gorgeous clothes synonymous with Peranakan culture, but how many of us know just how much work goes into them? This October, come discover the beauty and craftsmanship that goes into each one as designer Heath Yeo showcases the art form through 20 exquisite hand-crafted kebayas and formal gowns in One Machine, One Stitch, One Man at the Arts House. More specifically, it is the … Continue reading Exhibition Extravaganza: An Interview with Heath Yeo on the Art of Sulam (One Machine, One Stitch, One Man)

Museum Musings: Ian De Souza’s Clear Light at the Private Museum

The Private Museum (TPM) Singapore presents Australian artist Ian de Souza’s homecoming debut, Clear Light, this October. While spotlighting an artist returning to his land and heritage, Clear Light also embodies a man coming home to his self. Considering that all visual experiences start with light, Clear Light offers an experience of a new beginning marked by clarity – in Ian’s own words: “Just let it be and feel it.” Born … Continue reading Museum Musings: Ian De Souza’s Clear Light at the Private Museum

Television Time: BBC Shows October 2019

This October on the BBC, learn about the extraordinary anatomies of some of the largest animals in the world in Big Animal Surgery, get on board with the latest trends and stories in The Graham Norton Show S26, and explore the myths and truths about motherhood in The Cry. BBC EARTH Big Animal Surgery The biggest animals on the planet have the most incredible anatomies. Big Animal Surgery … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows October 2019

Laughter Is: Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow 2019 (Review)

The latest edition of the annual comedy roadshow brings more laughs to the Singapore crowd.  If there’s one comedy event we can count on to come back every year, it’s almost certainly the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, who’ve made Singapore a mainstay of their tour schedule for years now. Back again at the KC Arts Centre with a brand new set of five up … Continue reading Laughter Is: Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow 2019 (Review)

Preview: Scottish Fantasy, Elgar Violin Concerto and Shredding with Rachel Barton Pine, Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s Artist-in-Residence

This October and November, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra is joined by violinist Rachel Barton Pine for three concerts spanning music by Elgar, Bruch, and surprise surprise – Metallica! In two concerts at the Esplanade Concert Hall, Rachel will be treating audiences to a performance of Bruch’s Scottish Fantasy (26th Oct) and Elgar’s Violin Concerto (1st Nov).  Sandwiched in between the two concerts – conducted by … Continue reading Preview: Scottish Fantasy, Elgar Violin Concerto and Shredding with Rachel Barton Pine, Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s Artist-in-Residence

Preview: Dear Elena (青春禁忌游戏) by Nine Years Theatre

Nine Years Theatre returns this October for their third and final production of the year. Following the premiere of brand new play First Fleet in July, the company returns to their roots with Dear Elena, with artistic director Nelson Chia adapting a Russian play into Mandarin. Originally written by Russian playwright Lyudmila Razumovskaya, Dear Elena Sergeevna, the original play, was first staged at the beginning of … Continue reading Preview: Dear Elena (青春禁忌游戏) by Nine Years Theatre

Shopping Nation: PUMA Unveil First-Ever Smartwatch For Lifestyle Enthusiasts

PUMA and Fossil Group announced the first-ever PUMA smartwatch, powered with Wear OS by Google™ and equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 platform. The PUMA smartwatch was designed to help athletes train, stay motivated, track goals and connect with others while on the go, bringing the best of sports lifestyle and technology together. The smartwatch delivers an ultra-lightweight fit with a cut-out nylon, aluminium … Continue reading Shopping Nation: PUMA Unveil First-Ever Smartwatch For Lifestyle Enthusiasts