Accessibility features: open captions in English for all shows In a tight embrace above the very line that divides the land, two unknown soldiers deeply in love and with different loyalties contemplate the inevitable as the night sky above Motherland starts to burn red. When Motherland eventually bleeds and pleads for vengeance, how should the […]
“Thom Pain is at bottom a surreal meditation on the empty promises life makes, the way experience never lives up to the weird and awesome fact of being. But it is also, in its odd, bewitching beauty, an affirmation of life's worth.” —The New York Times Thom Pain is trying to save his life […]
Organised by Arts House Limited, Textures, the annual literary festival that celebrates Singapore literature (SingLit), returns once again from 19 - 28 January 2024 at The Arts House, in conjunction with the Light to Night Festival and Singapore Art Week. Featuring an array of multidisciplinary SingLit-related programmes and showcases that respond to the theme ‘Reimagine,’ […]
Reimagine what art could be at the 8th edition of Light to Night Singapore. The marquee event of Singapore Art Week takes festival-goers on a journey of unexpected and unconventional exploration, using inspiration from history, origin, and artworks from the National Collection to present a multitude of sensorial experiences for all. Stretching across three weeks […]
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 […]
In English and Bahasa Melayu Accessibility features: open captions in English for all shows Through tender storytelling, Oo-woo unravels the intricate web of caring for an elderly family member with dementia. As the story unfolds, deep secrets and hidden desires come to light, casting doubt on the strength of familial bonds. When their cherished […]
About the Programme Five years on and PRESSPLAY returns with its headlining programme LASTPLAY, featuring iconic acts in local, alternative music. In this year’s iteration of LASTPLAY, we’re bringing the gig from our public libraries, right to you live in the centre of the Bras Basah Bugis area. Join us for an evening of soulful […]
Free admission to most programmes Get festive at ACM! Indulge in food and fun as we journey from Manila to Mexico and beyond. Immerse yourself in stories from the Mexican and Filipino communities, try smashing a traditional piñata, learn about our oceans and go on a ship ride, and dance along to performances at the […]
Armenian Street Party is back! Get ready to delight your senses in the culinary world of the Peranakans. Explore the Peranakan Pasar and try traditional and modern flavours, discover the cooking and dining culture of the Peranakan communities at our night market, and craft food-themed textiles and jewellery. Or just sit back and relax […]
Five Footway Festival is returning for its third edition to Chinatown Singapore from 9 to 17 March 2024, with many activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy. The festival offers a fantastic opportunity to relive the storied history of Chinatown through traditional games, exhibitions, performances and workshops! Learn more about how the lives of […]
This year’s Cinema Rehiyon happens in the Western Visayas, with the theme “Patubas sang Taliambong, Banwa nga Mahamungayaon” (The Fruits of Culture, A Creative City). An event brought to the public by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), this 16th iteration boasts of an entire day devoted to film talks on the […]
Open to applicants in Southeast Asia The Singapore International Photography Festival (SIPF) is opening the call for image-based works and photobook publications for its 9th biennale edition. The open call welcomes submissions from photographers and artists worldwide and is non-thematic in nature. This presents the opportunity for photographers and artists to have their works seen […]
Venu Nadam: A Symphonic Confluence Concert Overview: The acclaimed Venu Nadam series proudly reintroduces the Vamshika Quintet, Singapore’s pioneering Indian bamboo flute ensemble. Delve into seven original compositions, a melange of intercultural musical nuances, crafted by the globally revered flautist and composer, Vidwan Amith Nadig, and conducted by Dr. Ghanavenothan Retnam. Prior to the concert, […]
In celebration of a decade of original cinema, the IdeaFirst Company is holding a film festival of its film. The Festival also includes Q&A Sessions with filmmakers, a Masterclass with Jun Robles Lana, and Roundtable Discussions on film and its making. It will be held at the Gateway Cineplex 18 from April 12 to 14 […]
Organized by the BAGI Bolinao Artist Group, the Ballayon Arts Fest 2024 will be held at Bolinao, Pangasinan from April 5 to 7 2024. Happening at El Pescador Boulevard, the three-day event treats locals to art talks and workshops. The festival also includes the exhibit Ascension which runs until April 30 2024 at Balin Bolinao […]
Central to the Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations is the marathon. A relaxed and casual urban picnic set in 72-13. Here, amidst hanging hammocks, an ensemble of Global South Fellows tell stories of their situated practices. Each is a window to different worlds. Inventive, funny, poignant, and riotous ways to activate possible futures. […]
The Instituto Cervantes Manila celebrates the Day Of The Book on April 20 2024, with multiple events at the Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati. Along with a chosen selection of book sellers and local presses, Dia Del Libro will also mark the opening of the WTA Open Library, a collaboration between architecture studio WTA, Ayala […]
vOilah! France Singapore Festival 2024 25 April - 26 May 2024 Various locations around Singapore Go on a journey to discover a world of French creativity and innovation at vOilah! France Singapore Festival 2024! Organised by the Embassy of France, this edition of the established cultural festival promises a celebration of passions, inviting attendees to […]
The Alitaptap Artists Community is holding the 2nd Pista ng Sining, Alitaptap Arts Festival from April 25 to 27 2024, with workshops for sculpture, sound art, music, theater, installation art, painting, and pottery. The Festival will also host artist talks and film showings as well as a concert on its last day. Merchants and sellers […]
Embark on an enchanting journey through the timeless verses of Sangam literature with "In Sanga's Senses: The Poetries of the Human Experience." Join storytellers and writers Aswani Aswath, Banu Suresh, and Saravanan Shanmugam as they breathe life into these ancient narratives, accompanied by the captivating live music of Brahmastra Multi-Ethnic Ensemble, under the music direction […]
Singapore HeritageFest 2024 Various locations 1 to 26 May 2024 Discover the tales of our buildings and landmarks at the 21st edition of Singapore HeritageFest (SHF). This year's festival celebrates our nation's rich built heritage, as well as the 40th anniversary of Total Defence. Featuring tours, trails, exhibitions, and other exciting activities across the […]
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 […]
Delve into the intricate layers of a Nusantara folktale in the reimagination of Bawang Putih Bawang Merah—a captivating exploration of courage, challenging societal norms, and the unexpected twists of fate. This darkly humorous and witty production breathes new life into the well-known tale, focusing on the equally enchanting stepsisters, Bawang Putih and Bawang Merah. Amidst […]
Returning from 17 May to 2 June 2024, the Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2024 presents The Anatomy of Performance - They Declare, an expression of the multiplicity of voices that the Festival welcomes and celebrates. With Festival Director, Natalie Hennedige, setting the direction of the Festival for a third year, SIFA 2024 calls […]
Moby Dick by Plexus Polaire (FR/NO) is a programme under Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2024. It is the image of the ungraspable phantom of life; and this is the key to it all. ― Herman Melville, Moby Dick An ancient white whale, a captain steering his ship into destruction and the inner storms […]
Tomorrow and tomorrow comprises of two weekends where our theatre groups come together in a showing of works-in-process, opening up vistas for future presentation and unearthing Singapore's fertile ground for contemporary theatre making. Tomorrow and tomorrow sees Stamford Arts Centre and 42 Waterloo Street transformed into a sandbox of works-in-process.
Beginning in 2022, the Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) introduced a virtual venue and creation platform hosted on the official festival website. This platform showcases digital art, as well as creative responses to the SIFA performances, which expand, organise, and deepen the ideas and artistry radiating from each edition of the festival. This year, […]
Writer and editor Hong Xinyi joins us once again, as the curator of SIFA's online platform for creative responses by art writers to the festival's programmes. This year, the platform bears the name 𝘍𝘓(𝘜)𝘖𝘙𝘌𝘚𝘊𝘌𝘕𝘊𝘌; the creative responses are likened to flowers blossoming above the mycelial network of the festival.
Una Isla by Agrupación Señor Serrano (ES) is a programme under Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2024. Dive into an existential dialogue between artificial intelligence and performance. Una Isla questions and blurs the lines between “us” and “others”, between human and machine, exploring themes of agency, identity, and coexistence in a digital world. Through […]
Leonardo is a terrible monster! He tries so hard to be scary, but he just... isn’t. Then Leonardo finds Sam, the most scaredy-cat kid in the world. Will Leonardo finally get to scare the tuna salad out of someone? Or will it be the start of an unlikely friendship? Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About A […]
Step into an enchanting, interactive world of art and play at The Dancer's Fair! At the heart of this enchanting experience stands a 5-metre-tall ballerina in the middle of Cathay Green. Join in the mystery and magic as she engages with the audience, eager to explore her new surroundings and learn the dance movements that […]
ANGELA (a strange loop) by Susanne Kennedy & Markus Selg (DE) is a programme under Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2024. ANGELA (a strange loop) is a close-up of a woman's life as she struggles to make sense of her existence. Join her in a thought-provoking journey as she navigates everyday situations: illness and […]
The first Manila Comics Fair is happening in Metro Manila. The small art fair boasts workshops, exhibits, and talks specifically for the komiks community. The fair happens on May 25, and is open to the public. Updates here. https://www.facebook.com/manilacomicsfair2024
Sun & Sea by Rugilė Barzdžiukaitė Vaiva Grainytė & Lina Lapelytė (LT) is a programme under Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2024. Sun & Sea takes place on an artificial beach crafted through light architecture and music. Vacationers in colourful bathing suits are lying next to each other on sandy ground while the audience observes them […]
i Light Singapore (iLSG) returns for its 10th edition from 31 May to 23 June 2024 to light up Marina Bay and neighbouring precincts. Organised by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), the footprint of Asia’s leading sustainable light festival has expanded further in this milestone edition. Beyond Marina Bay, South Beach and Millenia Walk, iLSG […]
Join us at The Red Pencil (Singapore) for an extraordinary month-long journey of self-discovery and creativity as part of the Singapore Tourism Board’s Wellness Festival Singapore 2024. Our exclusive programme, Attraction With Reflection, uniquely combines the transformative power of art therapy with immersive tourism experiences. Partnering with Gardens By The Bay, S.E.A. Aquarium, and Peranakan […]
父爱如山 (A Father’s love is just like a mountain. Vast but silent) Many of us tend to overlook our father’s silent love and care for us. Despite that, they are the strong figure who is always there for us, so we can rely on. Fathers will always be the bravest hero to us and a […]
For those seeking enriching activities this June, look no further. Goodman Open House @ Goodman Arts Centre, organised by Arts House Limited (AHL), is back for its 2024 edition — bigger and better, with an exciting night programme! Kamini Ramachandran, Director of Moonshadow Stories and The Storytelling Centre Ltd, returns for the second year to […]
Celebrate Singapore’s multiculturalism and racial harmony this July at Let’s Embrace – Celebrating Harmony, by the National Heritage Board! Learn about the cultures and heritage of our different communities at Our Tampines Hub through a guided heritage trail, immersive storytelling sessions, cultural cooking workshops, a travelling exhibition, and a community mural painting event. Get to […]
Racial harmony day is essential in Singapore because we’re a multi-racial country, with many different ethnicities living together. This month’s TGIF Music Station aims to bring together people from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds to promote understanding, respect, and unity through performances to celebrate and foster racial harmony within our community We have Boon Hui […]
Racial harmony day is essential in Singapore because we’re a multi-racial country, with many different ethnicities living together. This month’s TGIF Music Station aims to bring together people from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds to promote understanding, respect, and unity through performances to celebrate and foster racial harmony within our community We have Boon […]
Create, Share, and Play at AFA Creators Super Fest 2024! Back in Singapore on 27 and 28 July 2024 at Singapore Expo Hall 3, AFA CSF Singapore is a community-focused festival where established creators come together to exchange insights, share their experiences, and inspire budding creators. Highlights include: Arts: Featuring renowned guest illustrators, informative talk shows, […]
Local charity The Red Pencil (Singapore) will be celebrating its 13th Anniversary on 3 August 2024 (Saturday), 9am to 1pm, at our Redhill Centre with a FREE community event “Let’s Get Curious”. We welcome ALL to join us at our 13th Anniversary! 😊 There will be art therapy games, activities and free gifts to be […]
Singapore Night Festival 2024 The Singapore Night Festival — Singapore’s largest nocturnal experience — returns to the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct for its 15th edition this year. Happening for three weekends for the first time from 23 August to 7 September this year’s festival is themed the Art of Play. This exploration of the concept of play and childhood […]
A Date with Tradition 2024 Held in conjunction with Singapore Night Festival 23 – 24 August 2024 | 6.00pm – 10.30pm 30 August 2024 & 6 September 2024 | 6.00pm – 10.30pm 31 August 2024 & 7 September 2024 | 3.00pm – 10.30pm Stamford Arts Centre 155 Waterloo St, Singapore 187962 Free and ticketed programmes […]
PIXEL PARADISE at Armenian Street Singapore Night Festival Village 23 August - 7 September 2024, 7pm - 12am Programmes and extended hours available on: 30 - 31 August 2024, 6 - 7 September 2024, 7pm -11pm Join us as Armenian Street transforms into Pixel Paradise! Inspired by the Peranakan Museum’s beaded objects and pixel video […]
A spark of curiosity takes Joshua UP & DOWN through the sky and under the sea; a fiery Auntie tries to reclaim her CHOPE-d kopitiam seat; a despondent Uncle begins healing from grief through an unexpected friendship with a puppy named RINGO; and a man and woman are locked in an absurdist romantic pursuit, filled […]
Cor Machina (Heart of the Machine) is an immersive and interactive experience combining poetry, sound, and light. Part of "Waterloo Street Stories 2024: Interplay" and Centre 42's 10th Anniversary celebrations, this event celebrates the rich histories and communities of Waterloo Street. Waterloo Street represents Singapore's diverse heritage, and Cor Machina explores the connections between communities and the arts, […]
The Idea of North 2024 is a vibrant four-day festival in Singapore celebrating 40 years of bilateral ties between Brunei Darussalam and Singapore. Featuring emerging and established creatives and business professionals from both nations, focusing on future collaborations, revealing intriguing cultural connections, and fostering artistic exchanges. Organised by Global Cultural Alliance, this biennial festival aims […]
Saturday & Sunday, 21 & 22 September 2024 2PM - 9PM Aliwal Arts Centre Looking to discover local brands and score some exclusive finds? Creators Marketplace is a new event you won’t want to miss! Proudly organised by Arts House Limited in collaboration with Hustlers Reunion, Suave Cartel Media and 3AM Collective, this vibrant marketplace […]
ITSLIQUID Group, in collaboration with ACIT Venice – Italian-German Cultural Association, is pleased to announce the open call for MIXING IDENTITIES, second appointment of CANVAS INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR 2024, that will take place in Venice at Palazzo Albrizzi-Capello from October 11 to October 25, 2024, and in other prestigious venues and historical buildings, during the 60th Venice Biennale of […]
Calling all choristers to join the 2024 Voices Festival Choir! In its third edition, the Esplanade’s Voices Festival Choir (VFC) comprises auditioned youth choristers aged 17 – 26. These choristers will participate in various activities leading up to and during Voices 2024, scheduled to take place from 25 & 27 Nov, Mon & Wed as well as 1 – 8 Dec, […]
Ngilngig Asian Fantastic Film Festival is an annual showcase of films in Davao City, Philippines, that explores the myriad meanings of the word “ngilngig”—a common Bisaya expression for something that is fantastic or something that elicits horror or alluding to the macabre. From what used to be a horror-genre festival, Ngilngig has expanded its scope […]
SINGAPORE WRITERS FESTIVAL 2024 8 to 17 November 2024 Programmes available on the Singapore Writers Festival website Arts House Limited proudly presents the 27th edition of the Singapore Writers Festival, which returns from 8 to 17 November 2024 with first-time Festival Director Yong Shu Hoong at its helm. Anchored on the theme ‘In Our […]
The Clay Makers’ Market 2024 is Singapore’s premier ceramics festival with 120 booths, exciting demos & workshops by Ken Lu of Homily Studios, Emily Moh of Tiong Bahru Pottery, and mug-making 2-ways by Studio GDMC. The Clay Makers’ Market is Singapore’s premier ceramics platform. From clay art to tableware, workshops, demos and throwdowns – you’ll […]
"If You Find..." Objectifs Junior Festival 16 to 24 November 2024 Kickstart your school holidays by joining us at the inaugural Objectifs Junior Festival and explore the hidden wonders of the world around us through visual storytelling! This year's theme, "If You Find...a Leaf", follows the journey of Lumie, our bold and bright mascot, to […]
“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 […]
