Tag: Singapore

Arts, Concert, Music, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Serenade with Soyoung Yoon by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

At the tail end of November, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) presents young South Korean violinist Soyoung Yoon in her Singapore debut. Considered enormously talented, Soyoung won the prestigious Yehudi Menuhin Violin Competition at the tender age of 17 and has gone on to win at six more competitions, including the Henryk Wieniawski and David Oistrakh Violin Competitions. Conducted by Michał Nesterowicz, one of Europe’s most … Continue reading Preview: Serenade with Soyoung Yoon by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Arts, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: Bitten – Return To Our Roots by Thong Pei Qin and Dr Nidya Shanthini Manokara

After a successful showing at the M1 Singapore Fringe Festival 2017 and further development under Centre 42’s Basement Workshop, this November, theatre-makers Thong Pei Qin and Dr. Nidya Shanthini Manokara will present a brand new site-specific theatrical journey at Kampong Bugis​. Titled BITTEN: return to our roots, the performance attempts to uncover memories and histories buried within the old Kallang Gasworks and the community that once thrived … Continue reading Preview: Bitten – Return To Our Roots by Thong Pei Qin and Dr Nidya Shanthini Manokara

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Arts, Esplanade Annexe Studio, Preview, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre., Theatre

Preview: Fat Kids Are Harder To Kidnap X by How Drama

Ten years is a long time to kidnap a bunch of fat kids, but local theatre group How Drama obviously has a winning formula with the tenth anniversary of ever popular play marathon Fat Kids Are Harder To Kidnap this November! The format of the show is simple: featuring five cast members, comprising Ross Nasir, Nicholas Bloodworth, Carina McWhinnie, Victoria Chen and Jun Teoh, the team will go on … Continue reading Preview: Fat Kids Are Harder To Kidnap X by How Drama

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Sands Theatre, Sands Theatre Highlights, Singapore

Matilda the Musical: Singaporean Talent Sofia Poston to Take On Iconic Title Role In February

History is about to be made this February as not only will multi-award winning Matilda the Musical be coming to Asia for the first time; the cast will also be led by a brand new local talent, as Singapore’s Sofia Poston takes on the title role of Matilda. A student at United World College of South East Asia in Singapore, nine-year old Sofia first came to the … Continue reading Matilda the Musical: Singaporean Talent Sofia Poston to Take On Iconic Title Role In February

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To 2022 And Beyond: National Arts Council Unveils 5 Year Plan To Develop Local Arts Scene

On 19th October 2018, the National Arts Council (NAC) officially unveiled Our SG Arts Plan (2018 – 2022), a five year plan that charted the proposed direction in which to develop the local arts scene, as the council continues to support the needs and aspirations of the arts community and all Singaporeans. Announced by Minister for Culture, Community, and Youth Grace Fu at Our Tampines Hub, … Continue reading To 2022 And Beyond: National Arts Council Unveils 5 Year Plan To Develop Local Arts Scene

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Embarking On The Next Marathon: An Interview with NMP and SCO Executive Director Terence Ho

With orchestra music playing in the background, we sat down and had a conversation with Mr Terence Ho. Even as Executive Director of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, Mr Terence Ho isn’t solely a man of the arts; in his spare time, the ex-commando also regularly participates in marathons and keeps a close watch on the local sporting scene. And for Terence, his brand new position … Continue reading Embarking On The Next Marathon: An Interview with NMP and SCO Executive Director Terence Ho

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72-13, Arts, Interview, Singapore, Theatre, Theatres, Theatreworks

Because I Love You: An Interview with Jacques Vincey, Timothy Nga and Cynthia Lee MacQuarrie of Theatreworks’ The Reunification of The Two Koreas

After the premiere of new play 13.13.13, Theatreworks concludes their 2018 season of theatre with French playwright Joël Pommerat’s The Reunification of the Two Koreas. Directed by Centre Dramatique National de Tours (CDNT) artistic director Jacques Vincey, this English translation by Marc Goldberg is set to make its Singaporean premiere this November at 72-13, the home of Theatreworks. “When I first watched this show in France,” says director … Continue reading Because I Love You: An Interview with Jacques Vincey, Timothy Nga and Cynthia Lee MacQuarrie of Theatreworks’ The Reunification of The Two Koreas

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Arts, Circus, Mastercard Theatres, Preview, Sands Theatre Highlights, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre., Theatre, Theatre Companies, Theatres

Review: The Great Moscow Circus presented by Sliding Doors Entertainment

No frills attached – the Great Moscow Circus delivers thrilling acts with gusto and charm Step right up and get ready for a truly wild ride – the Great Moscow Circus isn’t afraid to announce its entrance, and having set up a gigantic, brand new red and white tent in the very heart of the city to make its Singapore premiere, it’s impossible to miss … Continue reading Review: The Great Moscow Circus presented by Sliding Doors Entertainment

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Arts, Interview, Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore

Review: An Evening with the Stars by The Edwards Twins

Countless celebrities in one place The Edwards Twins are perhaps two of the most acclaimed and skilled celebrity impersonators alive today. As Las Vegas veterans, it was a rare and valuable opportunity to get to see them live in Singapore, and to see just why they’re so good. Unlike pure voice impersonators, the Edwards Twins (Anthony and Eddie) elevate their act into an entire show, … Continue reading Review: An Evening with the Stars by The Edwards Twins

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Art What!, Arts, party, Preview, Singapore

Museum Musings: Three New Exhibitions Opening At Gillman Barracks

Time to make a trip down to Gillman Barracks this month, as the Sundaram Tagore Gallery, Yavuz Gallery and Mizuma Gallery each open a new exhibition! At Sundaram Tagore Gallery, get a glimpse at acclaimed Moroccan artist Lalla Essaydi in her first solo show in Singapore, Truth and Beauty, which runs from 26th October to 15th December. Known for her skill at photography, this exhibition brings together three of … Continue reading Museum Musings: Three New Exhibitions Opening At Gillman Barracks

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