Art: Amanda Heng’s ‘A Pause’ opens at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia to represent Singapore

VENICE, ITALY – For the Singapore Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, Amanda Heng Liang Ngim transforms the historic Sale d’Armi into a space for rest and observation. A Pause brings together photographs, video and an architectural intervention centred on ordinary actions such as sitting, waiting, and watching.  The work is a culmination of Heng’s four-decade practice, drawing on … Continue reading Art: Amanda Heng’s ‘A Pause’ opens at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia to represent Singapore

Preview: Singapore’s maritime history comes alive at Singapore HeritageFest 2026

There’s something about the sea that feels inseparable from Singapore. Maybe it’s the hum of ships on the horizon, the stories tucked into old piers, or the flavours and cultures that arrived on these shores over centuries. This May, that connection takes centre stage as the Singapore HeritageFest 2026 returns with a sweeping, islandwide celebration of maritime life: past, present, and still unfolding. Running from … Continue reading Preview: Singapore’s maritime history comes alive at Singapore HeritageFest 2026

Singaporean Aaron Tan Crowned Red Bull Dance Your Style Regional Champion

By weekday, Aaron Tan Jian Yong works in financial wealth management. But under stage lights and pounding beats, the 32-year-old Singaporean transforms into a commanding street dancer, and now, the newly crowned Red Bull Dance Your Style Southeast Asia Regional Champion. On 25th April , Aaron made history as the competition’s first-ever regional winner, capping off a journey defined by instinct, resilience, and a willingness … Continue reading Singaporean Aaron Tan Crowned Red Bull Dance Your Style Regional Champion

Art: Passion is Volcanic – Desire in Southeast Asian Art at National Gallery Singapore

At National Gallery Singapore, its latest exhibition, Passion is Volcanic, announces itself with a sense of anticipation the moment the tour begins, not as a quiet, contemplative walkthrough, but as something far more alive. Even before the artworks begin, the tone is set: there’s a heightened awareness that this is a space with boundaries, with its unprecedented R18 rating, and strict rules of no photography … Continue reading Art: Passion is Volcanic – Desire in Southeast Asian Art at National Gallery Singapore

Preview: Moulin Rouge! The Musical lands in Singapore February 2027

Singapore’s cultural calendar is about to get a dramatic dose of glitter, glamour, and grand romance. In February 2027, the city will host the Southeast Asia premiere of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, a dazzling stage adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s iconic film at the Sands Theatre in Singapore. This isn’t just another musical passing through town. It’s a full-blown spectacle, one that has captivated audiences from … Continue reading Preview: Moulin Rouge! The Musical lands in Singapore February 2027

Visual Art: IMBA Theatre at Gardens by the Bay officially launches, promising immersive experiences both local and global

On a plot that was once just a “grass patch at the west garden,” something far more ambitious has taken root. Today, that same space has transformed into IMBA Theatre—a sprawling, multi-sensory destination that’s redefining how we experience art, culture, and even a day out in Singapore. Set within the iconic Gardens by the Bay, IMBA Theatre isn’t just another gallery or performance venue. It’s … Continue reading Visual Art: IMBA Theatre at Gardens by the Bay officially launches, promising immersive experiences both local and global

★★★★★ Theatre Review: Randai Macbeth by ASWARA

Shakespeare meets the Nusantara in a bold, visceral Macbeth reborn through randai. It’s no small feat to make a 400-year-old play feel fresh, but Randai Macbeth achieves exactly that, and then some. Presented by Malaysia’s ASWARA and directed by Dr Norzizi Zulkifli, this bold adaptation reimagines Macbeth through the cultural lens of the Nusantara, transforming Shakespeare’s tale of ambition and moral decay into something visceral, … Continue reading ★★★★★ Theatre Review: Randai Macbeth by ASWARA

Arts of Hong Kong: “Treasures of Global Jewellery from The Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Body Transformed” Opens at the Hong Kong Palace Museum

HONG KONG – In Hong Kong this spring, jewellery is no longer just something to wear—it becomes a language of memory, myth, and identity. At the heart of the city’s cultural landscape, the Hong Kong Palace Museum has unveiled “Treasures of Global Jewellery from The Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Body Transformed”, a landmark exhibition that feels as much like a sensory journey as it … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: “Treasures of Global Jewellery from The Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Body Transformed” Opens at the Hong Kong Palace Museum

T:>Works presents PerºForm Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA) 2026 – The Post-Migrant Academy

If your idea of a meaningful weekend goes beyond brunch and browsing, there’s something quietly powerful happening this Labour Day stretch in Singapore. From 29 April to 3 May 2026, T:>Works transforms its home at 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Road into a living, breathing space of ideas, performance, and conversation. Welcome to Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA) 2026: The Post-Migrant Academy, a gathering … Continue reading T:>Works presents PerºForm Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA) 2026 – The Post-Migrant Academy

Preview: A Tapestry of Sacred Music 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Presented by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, A Tapestry of Sacred Music returns for its 17th edition from 30 April to 3 May 2026, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience the rich diversity of sacred musical traditions from Singapore and around the world. Once again, the festivals offers up an immersive journey across spiritual landscapes spanning mosques, temples, village grounds, and cathedrals, where … Continue reading Preview: A Tapestry of Sacred Music 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay