Man. Father. Fool. In this dark and claustrophobic world, Lear is the all-powerful patriarch, but he is also his own fool. Being a fool is one thing. Having power and being a fool is quite another. What happens when the power we hold is taken away? “Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks! Rage, blow!” This […]
Experience a talking installation paying homage to the glorious plantations that lined Orchard Road. Witness a magnificent sailboat travelling across the Empress Lawn. Touch, feel and create as you go on a pilgrimage of memories through whimsical and playful interactive kinetic installations that take you on a journey through time and space. Many were once […]
Vampyr is a mockumentary about stubborn shapeshifting creatures—half-dead, half- alive, half-animal, half-human, half-earth—that refuse to obey the mandate of the nature/culture divide. Living in unregulated wind turbine parks in Chile, these indeterminate beings exist sometimes as disoriented bats, and sometimes as exhausted night-shift workers. A piece about energy and exhaustion, work and rest, Vampyr is […]
Work is a huge part of our lives, but it is often not thought and talked about in public. What does work mean to each of us? What are our dreams and worries about work now and in the future? Drawn from research and interviews with people from different walks of life, hello, is this […]
29 May - 21 June 2025 Marina Bay and neighbouring precincts at South Beach, Singapore River, Raffles Place Asia's leading sustainable light festival, i Light Singapore returns from 29 May to 21 June 2025, to illuminate the city and connect communities through captivating light art installations. Organised by the Urban Redevelopment Authority and presented […]
Get ready for a monstrously fun start to the June holidays! Embark on a literary adventure for the whole family at Monstrous Fun! Back for its fourth edition from 30 May – 1 Jun 2025, this programme presented by Arts House Limited is packed with hands-on workshops, and larger-than-life performances and activities, including a Drum-A-Story […]
An old theatre on its last night. Two actors, A and O, find themselves sharing the stage. They bicker, they compete, they create, they wonder, and they wait… and wait, and wait. “We exist because they exist.” “Every play has a beginning / And an end / Life is the same.” But will the audience […]
A spectacular journey through Singapore’s arts scene. Join the OG Singapore Boy Hossan Leong in an extraordinary theatrical experience that weaves four decades of artistic evolution through the eyes of someone who lived through it all. This performance of song and storytelling is inspired by Hossan’s personal journey—which mirrors Singapore’s own cultural awakening—from church pianist […]
Diverse dancers from Southeast Asia and Japan create the imagined world of a colony through dance and movement. Each expressing their personal challenges and aspirations beyond their limitations and comfort zones. They live in enforced proximity in an urban tenement, yet exist as disparate entities distanced by prejudice, ignorance and fear. They struggle to make […]
久唔唱歌忘記歌 (A long time without singing, you forget the song) Has all my revelry now stung me blind Whose now am I, if here no longer mine But of the whims of winds and ghosts and rivers A hundred mouths in breath in width and bigger Than life. I lie beside myself, both quiet, still […]
More Than Ever, we seek dialogue. In 2025, Singapore marks its 60th year of independence. How has our cultural identity evolved, and what can we learn from the evolutions of other cultural narratives and strategies? This conversation series reflects on these questions through the lens of SIFA. How do we take the measure of the […]
Looking for a fun unique experience? If you are a beginner or are new to unicycling, this workshop is the perfect place to start. The skill of unicycling is both challenging and extremely enjoyable to master, and it is a chance to enhance your core strength, concentration, and balance. With the help of Aqeel, […]
Expand your knowledge and practice of puppetry in this hands-on puppetry workshop tailored for theatre practitioners and students! The creators of Bill’s 44th, Andy Manjuck and Dorothy James, present a modernised version of puppetry based on the traditional Japanese form of bunraku, where half life-sized dolls are operated by several performers to act out a narrative. Learn […]
“…buoyant, mesmerizing, joy-inducing…” – New York Times “This isn’t the birthday that Bill had hoped to have. But for the audience, his 44th is a gift.” – New York Times ★★★★★ “A celebration of life, memory and the passage of time, brilliantly executed and truly unforgettable.” – One4Review “Manjuck and James have created a show that evolves from […]
Across three nights, Starlight brings together some of Singapore’s most beloved voices and brightest new talents—meeting on stage, exchanging stories, and finding harmony in the spaces between generations. Curated and produced by NAC Young Artist Award recipient Ruth Ling—who also helmed Sing Love—Starlight invites you into an evening of songs shaped by memory, place, and […]
★★★★ “Seriously interesting and wryly amusing” – The Guardian “The combination of mesmerising manipulation and dry comedy left me wanting more” – Circus Diaries “...an absorbing and entertaining work achieved through a powerful combination of technical skill and performance chemistry” – Resolution Devastatingly slick and wonderfully thought-provoking, Gibbon fuses dance, physical theatre and juggling to explore the […]
★★★★★ 'Loud, creative, frenzied and immense fun.' – BroadwayBaby.com ★★★★★ 'Exhilarating.' – ThreeWeeks Worldwide sensation Fills Monkey presents their exhilarating new show, We Will Drum You! Fills Monkey, a duo made up of Yann Coste and Sébastien Rambaud, have toured around the world for several years, everywhere from Montreal to Beijing. Blending pure joy 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 […]
Saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins is one of the foremost voices in a new generation of contemporary jazz interpreters. Known for his deeply expressive sound and emotionally resonant compositions, Wilkins’ music captures the complex textures and tensions of modern-day urban life. His work speaks to both the spirit of tradition and the urgency of the present moment. […]
Mel & Joe, beloved pillars of Singapore’s music scene, have captivated hearts since their television debut in 1971. Celebrating 55 years of their musical journey, this anniversary party will take you on an unforgettable journey through their remarkable career, divided into three nostalgic chapter: their Talentime days and early beginnings, the vibrant ’80s and ’90s with Gypsy […]
