Tag: Singapore

Arts, Concert, Interview, Music, Preview, Singapore, SSO, Victoria Concert Hall

Singapore International Piano Festival: An Interview with Pianist Seong-Jin Cho

Presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, the 25th Singapore International Piano Festival begins this week, where several acclaimed pianists will be making their Singapore debuts, from the likes of the legendary Argentinian pianist Martha Argerich to Vietnamese-Canadian pianist Dang Thai Son. Opening the festival this year on 7th June is young South Korean prodigy Seong-Jin Cho. Born in 1994, he became the youngest-ever winner of Japan’s … Continue reading Singapore International Piano Festival: An Interview with Pianist Seong-Jin Cho

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Opera, Preview, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre.

Preview: 《告亲夫》Prosecuting the Husband and《刘明珠》Lady Liu Ming Zhu by Nam Hwa Opera

With its humble beginnings as an amateur music and drama association by a group of Teochew opera enthusiasts, Nam Hwa Opera has braved the test of time to reach its 55th anniversary this year! Having given over 130 public performances, the opera troupe continues to enrich local arts and culture by keeping this art form well and alive even today. This June, the troupe will … Continue reading Preview: 《告亲夫》Prosecuting the Husband and《刘明珠》Lady Liu Ming Zhu by Nam Hwa Opera

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Preview, Singapore, Sports

International Champions Cup: Tickets on Sale to Catch Atletico Madrid, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain In July

With the conclusion of the World Cup in early July, club football takes centre-stage again as players go back for Pre-Season training for the 2018-2019 season. And this year, the International Champions Cup is set for a warm welcome back to Singapore with Arsenal, Atlético de Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain facing off each other in three exciting matches at the Singapore Sports Hub! This is a rare … Continue reading International Champions Cup: Tickets on Sale to Catch Atletico Madrid, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain In July

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Preview, Singapore, Singapore Sports, Sports

The Last Final: BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore 2018

For the last four years, the Lion City has played host to the best in Women’s Tennis at the annual BNMP Paribas WTA Finals. Now, witness the last time it happens here in Singapore with the 2018 Finals this October. In its fifth and most exciting edition, presented by SC Global and organized by Lagardère Sports, the 22 matches over the eight day event will see the … Continue reading The Last Final: BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore 2018

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Arts, Esplanade Concert Hall, Music, Preview, Singapore, Theatres

Review: Leonard Bernstein’s Mass by Orchestra of the Music Makers

The Esplanade Concert Hall becomes a joyous megachurch for one night only. The Orchestra of the Music Makers takes its name from Arthur O’Shaughnessy’s poem Ode, inspired to remain movers and shakers as they dream, cultivate and create music each year. Celebrating both Bernstein’s centennial as well as the Orchestra of Music Makers’ 10th anniversary, last Saturday saw the Singapore premiere of Leonard Bernstein’s musical epic Mass. Combining multiple genres of music … Continue reading Review: Leonard Bernstein’s Mass by Orchestra of the Music Makers

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Dramabox, highlights, Interview, Preview, Singapore, Theatre, Theatre Companies

Taking Back Chinatown: An Interview with Koh Hui Ling and Jean Tay of Drama Box’s Chinatown Crossings

We’re at Drama Box’s home on Trengganu Street in Chinatown, interviewing Drama Box artistic director Koh Hui Ling and writer Jean Tay, when Hui Ling suddenly recalls: “We were talking to the uncles and aunties living in the area, and a common thing we heard from them was how so many of them said ‘Chinatown doesn’t belong to us anymore; it belongs to the tourists.’” … Continue reading Taking Back Chinatown: An Interview with Koh Hui Ling and Jean Tay of Drama Box’s Chinatown Crossings

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Arts, Comedy, Interview, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Komedi Raya – An Interview with Mo Sidik

This Hari Raya, get ready as we welcome the first ever Malay standup comedy show in Singapore! Presented by DMR Productions, Indonesian comedian Mo Sidik and Kuala Lumpur based JD Raja Lawak will be in town this June to tickle your funny bone and bring laughter during this celebratory season. The larger than life Mo Sidik is one of Indonesia’s foremost comedians, being the first … Continue reading Preview: Komedi Raya – An Interview with Mo Sidik

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Arts, Children's Theatre, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Review, Singapore, Theatres

Review: Urashima Taro by Rouge28 Theatre (Flipside 2018)

A surreal, horror take on a classic Japanese legend. Growing up listening to various folktales and legends from around the world, the Japanese legend of Urashima Taro has never struck me as particularly haunting or horrific. In the legend, the eponymous Urashima Taro is a poor fisherman who saves a turtle in trouble. As a reward for his heroic deed, the turtle invites him for a journey … Continue reading Review: Urashima Taro by Rouge28 Theatre (Flipside 2018)

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Arts, Drama Centre Black Box, Preview, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre., The Second Breakfast Company, Theatre, Theatre Companies, Theatres

Review: The Moon Is Less Bright by The Second Breakfast Company

An ominous moon hangs over 2BCo’s third production. First staged over 50 years ago, Goh Poh Seng’s The Moon Is Less Bright is a classic of the Singapore literary canon. Set in a small farmhouse on the outskirts of Singapore, worlds collide when a shopkeeper brother who lives in town has to stay with his farmer brother in the country to escape from the danger caused by invading … Continue reading Review: The Moon Is Less Bright by The Second Breakfast Company

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Dinosaurs On The Loose at RWS’ Jurassic World: Explore & Roar!

Tying in with the release of Universal Studios’ new Jurassic World film in June, Universal Studios Singapore has launched the all new Jurassic World: Explore and Roar experience to celebrate the June Holidays in true jurassic style. Taking place from now till 22nd August, Jurassic World: Explore & Roar sees some of your favourite dinosaurs come to life as they spring up all around the theme park. Get close … Continue reading Dinosaurs On The Loose at RWS’ Jurassic World: Explore & Roar!

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