From the original work of Pán《盤》(Best Performance, Asian Arts Award, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2021) comes Pán: Why are we here? — a re-edit of 2021’s livestream premiere with new footage shot in everyday social spaces to bring the explorations of transculturation closer to home. What do we have on our plates, and how do they […]
Emerging choreographers from T.H.E’s main and second companies contemplate facets of greed, illusion and grief in a boldly tender triple bill. Building upon last year’s choreographic curiosities, liTHE 2023 goes closer and deeper. Fiona Thng’s tauted takes a hard look at the enmeshed issues of overpopulation and privilege; The world, pink at its edges by […]
SIAO CHAR BORS COMEDY, your favourite women & queer-friendly comedy open mic night is back on stage with a vengeance! Featuring an exciting range of fresh open micers, drag queens ACYD RAYNE and DIQ ENVY and visiting Malaysian headliner NAT KANG! A percentage of proceeds from ticket sales will be going to Malaysia's Community Health […]
Known for her bold, durational solo performances, acclaimed Indonesian visual and performance artist Melati Suryodarmo premieres Lapse, a new dance creation performed by collaborators from Indonesia, Taiwan and Singapore. First released as two short films, this iteration marks the live performance premiere of Lapse. Here, Suryodarmo dives into the metamorphic constellation of body and environment through evocative, visceral […]
“Tao Ye is emerging rapidly as a force to be reckoned with, as well as the most exciting name in modern dance.” – Time Out Beijing “Absolutely amazing … An extraordinary experience for the audience.” – Västerbottens-Kuriren (Sweden) After their sold-out performance at da:ns festival nine years ago, the acclaimed TAO Dance Theater takes the stage at […]
Cross material and virtual worlds with up-and-coming choreographer Kornkarn Rungsawang in this ritual-inspired performance that combines dance, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). Rum Kea Bon is an ancient ritual performed at shrines and temples in Thailand where dance is used as a tool for negotiation by humans towards higher beings in a bid to make […]
The community arts festival ‘Reflections’ celebrates the creative talents of Republic Polytechnic’s students, staff, and friends while fostering connections with their community through a shared passion for the arts and culture that define our nation. This year's theme, "Co-Exist," embraces diversity and inclusivity, recognising that our differences collectively create a stronger whole.
KL Shakespeare Players and the Hiroshi Koike Bridge Project of Japan announce the staging of SOUL of Odyssey an international collaboration from 26 October to 29 October at the Damansara Performing Arts Centre (dpac). This multi-sensory work, based on the Greek classic by Homer, devises and reimagines the hero’s journey and his attempts to rise […]
Moments of dissonance build up to a sense of oneness — the self re-encounters the world, others, and oneself. How do we perceive, and connect to, the wider physical world? A site-adaptive, travelling work, this November’s premiere of Searching Blue by Kuik Swee Boon and T.H.E Dance Company invites you on a journey like no […]
Having worked with world renowned companies such as Jasmin Vardimon, Clod Ensemble and Hofesh Shechter company, Sam Coren is an award winning dancer and choreographer whose interest in clowning has led him to explore the intersections between humour and movement, often incorporating elements of physical comedy into his choreography to create worlds that are satirical, […]
‘The 11th Hour’ is a dark dance comedy that dives into the topic of death and ageless speculation of what comes after, in a satirical manner. In the Chinese culture, we accumulate good karma in this life, preparing for a reincarnation that would send us towards a better life. In the Jewish faith, there is […]
*SCAPE's comma Festival, from 12 to 28 January 2024, is a celebration of youth creativity and community spirit. Embracing the theme "Disruption," the festival presents a rich tapestry of arts, including dance, music, and visual arts. Highlights include the Community Arts Residency with Jamela Law, exploring digital technologies in art, MOV:MENT Lab's four avant-garde dance […]
Accessibility features: open captions in English for all shows "... resists essentialist notions of Black masculinity by imagining a world where Black pain... is met with Black tenderness, care, and community." —Frenzied H(e)avens: African American Post Exilic Realities in J’Sun Howard’s “aMoratorium” by Brianna Alexis Heath aMoratorium was initially commissioned by the Art […]
SIAO CHAR BORS Comedy, your favourite women & queer-friendly comedy open mic night presents ROBYN PERKINS (US/UK) in her comedy special about bisexuality, science and misinformation, MILLION DOLLAR MAYBE! Also featuring an open mic and drag performances by visiting Latvian drag king BILL LAGOON and rising star of local drag EARTH NAKHA! ABOUT ROBYN PERKINS American-born Robyn Perkins […]
Accessibility features: open captions in English for all shows In a world where reason is a nice façade, the bursting in of non-sense makes us face our relationship with normalcy and allows us to open up to unexplored paths. Somewhere between burn out and brown out, two women, exposed to each other like a […]
Le Bal de Paris de Blanca Li Experience An immersive live show in virtual reality. We invite you to the biggest ball in Paris, an experience created by Blanca Li to make you discover in a spectacular way virtual reality through dance and music. For an hour and a half, Blanca Li offers a total […]
DRAMATURGS & is a new capsule series of roundtable conversations centering the work of and relationship between dramaturgs and their artistic collaborators. Dramaturgical thinking and application is integral in the work of all artists, yet a dramaturg’s role affords a dedicated lens that can expand and challenge artistic decisions. In cosy and candid sessions, we aim […]
DRAMATURGS & is a new capsule series of roundtable conversations centering the work of and relationship between dramaturgs and their artistic collaborators. Dramaturgical thinking and application is integral in the work of all artists, yet a dramaturg’s role affords a dedicated lens that can expand and challenge artistic decisions. In cosy and candid sessions, we aim […]
Attention all creatives! Are you a choreographer, dancer, filmmaker, movement artist or visual artist? *SCAPE Creative Arts wants YOU! Join us in shaping the future of art as we collaborate, experiment, and nurture new and original works. Dive into a melting pot of groundbreaking ideas and collaborations that will catapult your artistic journey. Showcase your […]
‘Maha Alayam' means great temple. According to the philosophy Sanatana Dharma, the human body is considered a temple within which the 'Jiva' or soul resides. Within this body the five sheaths or Panchakosha is encapsulated. The Panchakosha is a philosophy in yoga that refers to the five layers of awareness through which all human experience […]
DRAMATURGS & is a capsule series of roundtable conversations centering the work of and relationship between dramaturgs and their artistic collaborators. Dramaturgical thinking and application is integral in the work of all artists, yet a dramaturg’s role affords a dedicated lens that can expand and challenge artistic decisions. In cosy and candid sessions, we aim to […]
'Knotted’ delves deep into the beauty, complexities, and enduring struggles inherent in the institution of marriage, examining how its impact resonates across generations. Through the movement lens and language of the artists, witness the joyous moments of connection and intimacy, juxtaposed with the poignant challenges and sacrifices that define the journey of marriage. As with […]
WEAVE: A Multidisciplinary Playground presents an array of acts, including mesmerising musical performances, thought-provoking spoken word pieces, and visually stunning artworks on display.A range of artists who have worked with Marc Nair over the years will present, in a variety of forms, a ‘weave’ that draws from, is adapted or inspired by Marc’s diverse body of […]
A girl who lost her memory cannot recall her past, what she does or who she is. She unknowingly makes the same choices and takes the same path to what led her to the moment that causes her to regain all her memories – making her realise she’s been who she is all along and […]
A showcase of Indian performing arts in dance, music and theatre, to develop interest and appreciation of Indian arts and culture throughout the year. DWITA DWITA, is a mesmerising bharatanatyam performance by Rama Vaidyanathan and her daughter Dakshina Vaidyanathan that explores the harmonious coexistence of dualities. A mother-daughter duo reminds us of a duality that exists in […]
This festive season, Millenia Walk celebrates art and creativity through an artist takeover titled ‘Moving Wonders’. Organised by Pontiac Land Group, the initiative brings together an eclectic mix of local, international and regional artists. Headlined by Monument to Movement, the festive installation is a playful reinterpretation of the Christmas tree with kinetic sculptures, built-in swings, […]
“I am excited and humbled to be back on stage and direct six extraordinary soloist artists from all generations. GIGENIS is a profound tribute to that reflection, a reconciliation between the past and the present times, a genuine celebration of our collective love for dance—boundless, timeless, as well as deeply rooted.” – Akram Khan Akram Khan, a choreographer […]
Winter is here, and there are so many things that need to be prepared! Snowmen need to be built, walls need to be decorated, and children ought to be in bed before Santa arrives! Join our Winter Madness camp as we get ready for winter and for Santa’s visit! Just make sure not to get caught in a snowball fight! […]
Jom SEMBANG with us at Muara Festival 2024! Presented by Kamelia Co. Ltd. in collaboration with Muara Festival 2024 and co-curated by Dr. Noramin Farid, Sembang Tari Symposium @ Muara Festival 2024 offers thought-provoking panel discussions and presentations that explore the rich tapestry of Malay dance in Singapore and throughout the Nusantara region. Themed Bridging […]
Explore the art of batik in a weekend of hands-on activities, community-led tours, vibrant performances, and more. Presented in partnership with the Peranakan Indian (Chitty Melaka) Association of Singapore.
Accessibility Features Open captions in English for all shows a unique approach, rather bold and different —Natya Vichara on Purushi by Ruby Jayaseelan I know will express a kind of pain and anger acceptable in the performance space, a pain and anger that is often delegitimised or minimised or considered “inappropriate” elsewhere—and I cherish his work for […]
An exhibition by Zen Teh and SueKi Yee 14 Jan to 2 Mar 2025 Objectifs Lower Galleries Opening: Tue 14 Jan 2025, 7pm – 9pm The opening reception will be accompanied by a performance by Sueki Yee at 7pm. Free admission Related events Participative Movement Workshop (Please register here) Date & Time: Sat 18 Jan […]
A video art showcase by Susie Wong 17 to 26 Jan 2025 Venues: Digital billboard at Fortune Centre and Digital billboard at Wilkie Edge Dancing Alone (Don’t Leave Me) is a series of onscreen vignettes of solitary women dancing by themselves, for themselves. The work is inspired by a scene from the film, The King […]
This traditional Indian dance and theatre solo performance by Soumee De reimagines the origins of life through the lens of Mother Kali, the goddess in Indian mythology who symbolizes transformation and governs time (known as kala in Sanskrit). It explores the journey from birth to death, from earth to dust, and from ignorance to wisdom. […]
The Yayasan Sime Darby Arts Festival (YSDAF) celebrates a decade of arts and community. Since 2014, Pitch Start has been an integral component of YSDAF and is an avenue for artistes or arts groups to pitch their ideas based on a given theme. For YSDAF 2025, themed “Community: Side by Side”, Pitch Start is calling […]
parts of some body A body of work about its parts 20 & 21 March 2025 @ Stamford Arts Centre Black Box Directed by Marzipan Performed by Alton, Din, Jing Wen & Shruthi Duration: 1hr (inclusive of post show dialogue), no intermission Rating: to be advised "parts of some body" is a celebration of […]
re: intertwining dissolves boundaries between dance, sound, light, and voice in a space where creation is alive. Directed and choreographed by Kuik Swee Boon, this exploratory work gathers T.H.E’s dance artists with a cross-disciplinary team, each stepping beyond traditional roles to explore identity and connection. Audiences are invited to navigate the space freely, encountering individual […]
The Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre (SCDT) is proud to present the Chinese Dance Fiesta 2025, a vibrant celebration of Chinese culture and heritage through the art of dance. From 20 Apr to 3 May 2025, this milestone 10th edition will feature eight public performances by talented dancers from schools, community groups and professional dance companies […]
The Sea and the Neighbourhood is a multidisciplinary work encompassing Bedok's costal heritage, neighbourhood charm and the modernity of its inhabitants. Populated by musicians and dancers, musical instruments and choreography, The Sea and the Neighbourhood captures notions of momentum and renewal, like the ebb and flow of the sea that shapes Singapore, and the pulse […]
From Ancient Tongue to Living Legacy In ancient verses, lullabies, and stories passed down through generations, Tamil has always been more than mere words. It carries the echoes of journeys taken, roots planted, and communities built. Born from the fertile soil of early civilisations, Tamil blossomed into a language revered through its literature, philosophy, and […]
DnA Fest, unfolding in Singapore from 16-19 and 23-26 July 2025, offers a fresh and dynamic interpretation of Henry Purcell's Dido and Aeneas. Conceived by Ong Keng Sen, this multifaceted event blends opera with contemporary expressions through three distinct components. The House of Janus presents a deeply personal documentary film, while Dido & Aeneas The […]
DnA Fest, unfolding in Singapore from 16-19 and 23-26 July 2025, offers a fresh and dynamic interpretation of Henry Purcell's Dido and Aeneas. Conceived by Ong Keng Sen, this multifaceted event blends opera with contemporary expressions through three distinct components. The House of Janus presents a deeply personal documentary film, while Dido & Aeneas The […]
In the last session of the year, we will focus on our production of Cinderella. This new production was first brought to our stage it featured a unique combination of Singaporean talents with costume designs, stage settings and lighting design. What goes into staging a full-length ballet with costumes, story telling through choreography of this […]
