Tag: Singapore

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Museum Musings: Ota Fine Arts Singapore Presents Firoz Mahmud’s Drawing Revolution

Ota Fine Arts Singapore presents a new solo exhibition by Firoz Mahmud featuring his drawings, paintings and wood carvings. Based in New York City, Firoz takes inspiration from Bangladeshi history and the region. Many of Mahmud’s works explore colonial narratives of Bangladesh and its capital, Dhaka, and how they have been transformed by colonialism. Works such as Traitor of Faith [Plot #2 Shiraj & Mir] (2010) … Continue reading Museum Musings: Ota Fine Arts Singapore Presents Firoz Mahmud’s Drawing Revolution

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Review: Bulan Madu – A Double Bill by Teater Ekamatra

Two plays that discuss issues of identity, trauma, and loss.  A state of pure bliss and peace is what comes to mind when thinking of the word ‘honeymoon’. Yet as wonderful as it is, a honeymoon is also defined by its temporal nature, the calm before the storm of marital strife and uncertainty in the years to come. The title of Teater Ekamatra’s Bulan Madu then … Continue reading Review: Bulan Madu – A Double Bill by Teater Ekamatra

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Art What!, Arts, party, Preview, Singapore

Museum Musings: Sullivan + Strumpf (Sydney) Presents Dawn Ng’s Perfect Stranger

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA “It often strikes me that when someone says they miss something, they ordinarily allude to a person, time or place; when what they truly miss is a version of themselves, which they can never get back to again. After all, what is each of us, but a vessel of vanishing selves?” After catching a glimpse of her new work at DISINI 2018, Sullivan+Strumpf … Continue reading Museum Musings: Sullivan + Strumpf (Sydney) Presents Dawn Ng’s Perfect Stranger

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Singapore, Singapore Sports, Singapore Sports Hub, Sports

WTA Finals 2018: Gala Night and Singles Draw

The last WTA Finals to be held in Singapore kicked off with a stunning gala night last Friday at venue partners Marina Bay Sands. Taking on the theme Singapore Celebrates, the black tie Gala welcomed the eight finalists for the Singles matches, as well as celebrities and personalities from all walks of Singapore, featuring a three course dinner, plenty of glitz and entertainment from some … Continue reading WTA Finals 2018: Gala Night and Singles Draw

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Arts, Music, Preview, Singapore

Preview: ETHNI-CITY III – Kali Yuga by SAtheCollective

Art collective SAtheCollective presents their latest offering as part of their ETHNI-CITY series this October. Bringing together Singapore’s diversity of cultures and ethnicities, ETHNI-CITY aims to unite our country using the universal language of music, bringing together artists of different backgrounds and practices, from musicians to dancers, and even calligraphers. With their third instalment, ETHNI-CITY III: Kali Yuga takes inspiration from Sanskrit scripture and the Mahabharata, and … Continue reading Preview: ETHNI-CITY III – Kali Yuga by SAtheCollective

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Singapore, Singapore Sports, Sports

China Confirms Strong Contingent of Finalists for FINA Swimming World Cup in Singapore

As the FINA Swimming World Cup fast approaches in November, China has confirmed their list of participating swimmers for the three-day meet. Featuring a line-up of Olympic and Asian Games medalists, the Chinese contingent will pose a strong challenge to the other participants, with Zhu Meng Hui, Liu Ya Xin, Zhang Yu Fei, Xu Jia Yu, Yan Zi Bei, Li Zhu Hao, Wang Shun, Lin … Continue reading China Confirms Strong Contingent of Finalists for FINA Swimming World Cup in Singapore

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Food, Singapore

Halloween Specials at Marina Bay Sands: The Return of Adrift’s Masqued Ball and More

This October, Marina Bay Sands is setting the stage for a lineup of Halloween parties and limited time specials from their celebrity chef and signature restaurants! This season’s spooky offerings will come from Adrift by David Myers and LAVO Italian Restaurant and Rooftop Bar, while the all new Black Tap will be offering up a Halloween CrazyShake. The Junior Pastry Academy by db Bistro & Oyster Bar is also making its return … Continue reading Halloween Specials at Marina Bay Sands: The Return of Adrift’s Masqued Ball and More

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Fashion, Singapore

Carrie K. and Paige Parker Launch New Collection In Support of Singapore Committee for UN Women

Homegrown designer and Singapore Fashion Award winner Carrie K. is launching a brand new collection this November! In collaboration with philanthropist, gemmologist, and author Paige Parker, the label launches the Journey collection on 5th November 2018. Inspired by their shared philosophy of “Take the journey but don’t let it lead the way,” the Journey collection is an empowering one, drawing from the strength of Paige Parker’s Guinness World Record road trip across 116 … Continue reading Carrie K. and Paige Parker Launch New Collection In Support of Singapore Committee for UN Women

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Teater Ekamatra’s Bulan Madu: An Interview with Actors Adib Kosnan and Munah Bagharib

This week, as part of Malay CultureFest 2018, Teater Ekamatra will be presenting a double bill of Malay plays by playwright Alfian Sa’at, both of which received rave reviews when they played across Singapore and Malaysia. Taking on the combined title Bulan Madu (literally ‘honeymoon’), both Anak Bulan di Kampong Wa’ Hassan and Madu Dua explore quintessential issues of the Malay and Muslim identity, be it in issues of space … Continue reading Teater Ekamatra’s Bulan Madu: An Interview with Actors Adib Kosnan and Munah Bagharib

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Arts, Asian Civilisations Museum, Museums, Peranakan Museum, Preview, Singapore

Museum Musings: ACM After Dark – The Elements at The Asian Civilisations Museum

Take a shot in the dark and find the magic in the moonlight with the Asian Civilisation Museum’s 2018 edition of ACM After Dark. For one night only, the museum will transform into a spooky jungle to bring guests on elemental extravaganza, as they explore Tranquil Earth, Mysterious Water, Blazing Fire and Roaring Air. These elements will come to life as guests discover creatures like India’s … Continue reading Museum Musings: ACM After Dark – The Elements at The Asian Civilisations Museum

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