Singapore's Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) welcomes a selection of Chinese Christian art from the Vatican Museums in Rome, in its latest rotation of the Christian Art Gallery. Drawn from the Anima Mundi (meaning "Soul of the World"), these are little-known treasures of Christian art made in Asia. The public will be able to view up-close […]
From 24 March 2023 Daily, 10am - 7pm | Fridays, 10am - 9pm Asian Civilisations Museum, Level 3, Fashion and Textiles Gallery The Asian Civilisations Museum presents Textile Masters to the World: The global desire for Indian cloth with a selection of exquisite garments and textiles at its Fashion and Textiles Gallery. Featuring 27 […]
Life Profusion is SIFA’s virtual platform, a portal for creation and discovery. This year, Life Profusion presents Privacy by MOJOKO, a series of eight digital works from eight international artists exploring modern concerns of surveillance and personal data; and Prompt: Play curated by Hong Xinyi, which gathers creative responses to programmes at SIFA 2023. Privacy […]
A new volume edited by Kirstin Pauka, Dennis Gupa, and Catherine Diamond will address the particular contributions made by Southeast Asian live performances of theatre, dance, puppetry, and performance art to further a healthy engagement with nature. Southeast Asian ecology and people’s relations to it are distinctly different from those in secular, modern, scientifically-driven post-Cartesian […]
Hop aboard the National Museum of Singapore’s ‘flight’ to discover Singapore with Now Boarding: Experiencing Singapore through Travel, 1800s-2000s, a travel-themed exhibition that traces the evolution of Singapore’s identity as a popular travel destination, through the eyes of those who arrived at our shores from the past to the present. Set against the backdrop of […]
Ticketing: $15/pax for a single ticket, $28/pax for pair tickets, purchase via https://nowboardingartjam.peatix.com Express your creativity through different forms of art and crafts with a series of art jamming workshops that explore different sections of the Now Boarding exhibition. Time-Traveller: Revisiting Singapore as a Tourist 1800s to 2000s Imagine visiting Singapore in the 1800s 1900s […]
Roving Perspectives brings together four decades of sketches by Singaporean architect Ma Pak Loong and oil paintings by award-winning Chinese artist Miao Yao Sheng. Ma Pak Loong explores the space between work and commute, documenting parts of the city that have transformed or vanished. This never-seen-before collection traces Ma’s search for “an architectural well of […]
Experience the Civic District afresh this August 2023 onwards, with Benchmarks, a new public art trail commissioned by the Civic District Alliance (CDA). Designed by six Singapore-based artists, Lua Boon Kai, Joyce Beetuan Koh, Immanuel Koh, Yang Jie, Jeffrey Tan and Jason Wee, the public art initiative features a series of six unconventional artwork benches […]
Art Agenda is pleased to announce Being Made, a one-of-a-kind highly choreographed exhibition that will take visitors on a journey to discover the singularity of wood as an art medium and the span of creative possibilities in modern sculpture. The exhibition will showcase sixteen sculptures by Brother Joseph McNally (1923-2002) and Shui Tit Sing (1914-1997), two […]
Date: Mon 14 Aug – Sat 7 Oct Time: 12:00pm – 7:00pm (Monday – Saturday, closed on Sunday, public holidays and College closures) Venue: Gallery 1, Institute of Contemporary Arts Singapore, LASALLE College of the Arts Admission: Free Encounters: Practising Innovation, Shaping Futures explores the expansive nature of design as an experience, process and worldview. […]
PJOC is a photography journal exhibition that presents the works of nine participants from the NUS community. This exhibition brings together individuals who use photography as a means of visual research that complements their respective disciplines, as well as those who employ it as a form of artistic research. It encompasses a diverse range of […]
Apply by Sun 1 Oct 2023 (2359H) The Young Photographers’ Mentorship Programme (YPMP) aims to develop the artistic voice and ambitions of emerging photographers. This two-week long mentorship programme encourages them to explore and experiment with image-based work, and deepen their understanding of the creative and professional possibilities in photography. The programme was formerly known as the […]
Richard Koh Fine Art (RKFA) is delighted to present “Your Green is Mine,” a solo exhibition featuring the works of prominent Thai artist Pachara Piyasongsoot. The exhibition will take place from 9th to 30th September 2023 at RKFA’s Singapore gallery, located at Blk 47 Malan Road, #01-26 Gillman Barracks, Singapore 109444. Piyasongsoot’s “Your Green is […]
Richard Koh Fine Art proudly presents “Historia,” a solo exhibition by the renowned Thai artist Natee Utarit. Originating from the ancient Greek term “Historia,” which embodies the quest for knowledge and the exploration of the past, this extraordinary exhibition will unfold from 9th to 30th September 2023, at our Singapore gallery located at 47 Malan […]
Presented by Objectifs Chapel Gallery, Objectifs 14 Sep to 5 Nov 2023 The seventh edition of Objectifs’ Women in Film and Photography explores the theme, Bodies, through the works of artists from Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Asia. Seeking to preserve and illuminate, these layered narratives reveal intimate and powerful moments of loss, community, resilience, […]
Date: Fri 15 Sep to Sat 7 Oct Time: 12:00pm – 7:00pm (Monday – Saturday, closed on Sunday, public holidays and College closures) Venue: Earl Lu Gallery, Institute of Contemporary Arts Singapore, LASALLE College of the Arts Admission: Free The Tracing Steps, Learning Journey exhibition pays tribute to LASALLE founder Brother Joseph McNally’s journey […]
Following the success of Tonalities: The Ink Works of Cheong Soo Pieng, the first-ever retrospective survey of the artist’s entire body of ink work, artcommune gallery has joined hands with local collectors to curate a retrospective that showcases Cheong Soo Pieng’s comprehensive body of art. Visitors can look forward to works that span Cheong’s early […]
STPI is thrilled to present "21 Years: A Story in Multiple Parts”. Explore the exhibition and gain insights into the artworks through our guided tours, led by STPI staff and docents. Our guided tours also offer an exclusive look into our Creative Workshop and Papermill. Guided tours at STPI are free of charge. Register your […]
STPI is thrilled to present "21 Years: A Story in Multiple Parts”. Explore the exhibition and gain insights into the artworks through our guided tours, led by STPI staff and docents. Our guided tours also offer an exclusive look into our Creative Workshop and Papermill. Guided tours at STPI are free of charge. Register your […]
The pressing urge of humans to leave marks of their existence is attested by direct prints of hands found in pre-historic caves. This desire to be remembered and documented was among the factors that stimulated the development of human intelligence. Hailed as the earliest precursor to photography, Nature Printing is the practice of taking impressions […]
STPI is thrilled to present "21 Years: A Story in Multiple Parts”. Explore the exhibition and gain insights into the artworks through our guided tours, led by STPI staff and docents. Our guided tours also offer an exclusive look into our Creative Workshop and Papermill. Guided tours at STPI are free of charge. Register your […]
“To be a woman in this world is to be a voyeur to your own life. To be wanted is to be silent. To stay alive is to be a balloon tethered to air. When one says “love”, what comes to mind?” Air in Skin by Michaela Hay, directed by Indumathi Tamilselvan brings us an […]
Can landmarks be forgotten? Many landmarks have graced Singapore's soil and skyline, but as they make way in the name of development, their stories slowly fade away with the passage of time. Enter Stories of the Un(forgotten) - Landmarks, a dramatized Podcast by Emerging Playwright gongxin. Through weaving historical facts, anecdotal interviews and a rich, […]
Curious to try woodblock printing? Join this introductory workshop to experiment with woodblock carving, printing and layering using simple geometric shapes.
Curious to try woodblock printing? Join this introductory workshop to experiment with woodblock carving, printing and layering using simple geometric shapes.
Ding Yi Music Company presents a new chamber series: Chamber Classics, a series exploring the intricacies and classics of Chinese Chamber music! The first edition of the series, ‘Says Hu’ spotlights on the huqin section as we hear the beauty of erhu, gaohu, zhonghu together with the Western string instruments cello and double bass. Renowned […]
Cambodia is often depicted in the public imagination as either the land of Angkor and Apsaras or the Killing Fields and the Khmer Rouge. An American writer once referred to the countries of Southeast Asia as “the Lands of Cruelty and Charm”. However, Cambodia is more than death and decoration. It is people who have […]
The Singapore International Foundation’s Arts for Good Fellowship 2023 is back with the sixth edition - exploring the theme of Empowering Meaningful Ageing through the Arts. It is scheduled to take place online from 4 – 6 October, 3 November and 1 December 2023, and in person in Singapore from 22 – 26 January 2024. […]
In partnership with the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music (YST), this series brings classical music to ACM across two seasons every year. Visit the Shaw Foyer on Fridays at 12.30pm in October and November, to enjoy live music performed by the talented students of YST.
In 1993, Art Fazil released a self-titled album under Pony Canyon Records. The album received much critical acclaim with the radio hit Sometimes When I Feel Blue. The song went on to clinch the COMPASS Music Award for Best Local English Song and the album was marketed in Indonesia and Malaysia. Now, on the 30th […]
The Arts@SBG: Concert in the Gardens series presents Thomson Swing Band and Thomson Big Band! Having entertained audiences in Singapore, Southeast Asia, India, and Australia for thirty years, Thomson Jazz Club’s two big bands, Thomson Big Band and Thomson Swing Band will be back to delight the crowd at the Singapore Botanic Gardens after a […]
Duration: 6h over 3 sessions Course Description: Designed with the absolute beginner to photography in mind, Art of Seeing: Photography pares our long-running Basic Photography workshop down to the essentials in three bite-sized sessions, making it especially ideal for those who are pressed for time too. Divided into 'Theory', 'Practical', and 'Post-Production' sessions, participants will get […]
Drama activities can be used to establish relationships, develop group cohesion, develop skills, and as a springboard to activities. Organised by SDEA, this course is a practical dive into the act of facilitation of drama activities for non-performative intentions and objectives. Participants will reflect on principles of improvisation in facilitation, enhance their facilitator’s presence and […]
Singapore Flamenco Festival 2023 Get ready for an unforgettable Flamenco Journey 13-15 Oct ! 13 Oct, 8pm: Reflections of Time: Triple Bill A groundbreaking triple bill by the Flamenco Sin Fronteras company, “Reflections of Time” starts with a dance drama of a man tranversing the realms of life and death; then a meditation of the […]
STPI is thrilled to present "21 Years: A Story in Multiple Parts”. Explore the exhibition and gain insights into the artworks through our guided tours, led by STPI staff and docents. Our guided tours also offer an exclusive look into our Creative Workshop and Papermill. Guided tours at STPI are free of charge. Register your […]
Keynote Lecture | Video Vanguard: Channelling Body, Society and Spirit in Southeast Asia by Dr Edwin Jurriëns Fri 13 Oct | 6pm | City Hall Wing, Basement 1, The Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium | Free, registration required: https://bit.ly/SMSY_KeynoteLecture -- In this keynote lecture, Dr Edwin Jurriëns (Convenor and Associate Professor of Indonesian Studies at the Asia […]
BMSG, a trailblazer in Japan’s music industry, has just concluded BMSG FES’23, a two-weekend music extravaganza which took place in Tokyo and Osaka to celebrate its third anniversary. This year's festival expands its horizons, introducing a fresh concept with two venues and two new songs, marking a significant milestone in BMSG's journey. BMSG FES’23 took […]
The New Scripts Garage is a regular offer of dramaturgical support for new scripts, convened every other month, with low barriers to entry. On a regular basis, we open our inboxes for script submissions from playwrights seeking dramaturgical support for their work. For the November 2023 cycle, we are collaborating with Teater Ekamatra to offer a […]
Drum Up JB! is a collaboration between KL-based Orang Orang Drum Theatre (OODT) and Johore’s JB Drums, inspired by the multiple facets of the Malaysian identity including diverse musical instruments of Malaysian cultures. The show has been constantly evolving with new ideas and improvements since it was first performed at the magnificent jewel-shaped opera house […]
Unleash your creativity with monotype printmaking. Using just a stylus and brayer, craft unique postcards where ink meets paper, resulting in personalised, tactile artworks that reflect the essence of your imagination. This is a drop-in event. No registration required.
Relieved from institutional demands, we ruminate over the role of independent art spaces, as incubators nurturing future generations of artists, a convergence between radical ideas, artists & civil society, and most importantly as a vehicle for change. A panel conversation with Tan Pey Chuan (Creator of I_S_L_A_N_D_S), Dr. Wang Ruobing (Co-founder of Comma Space and […]
As part of Singapore Art Week 2024, the Singapore Art Museum and Centre 42 are commissioning and producing a collection of original audio plays written in response to the geographical area of Tanjong Pagar/Pasir Panjang where the museum currently resides. This is an invitation for two writers to respond through audio drama to this fascinating […]
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.
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 […]
Dancing on Paper by Jane Goh is an exploration of abstract nude female drawings rendered in the mediums of Chinese ink, crayons and acrylic. This exhibition invites you to embark on a journey into the boundless realm of femininity, where form meets abstraction and lines converge to celebrate the sheer beauty of the female body. […]
“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 […]
Shadows of The Black Cat A haunting dance theatre performance, combining text, movement, and dance, exploring themes of guilt, madness, and the subconscious. Presented by The Kaizen M.D. (Multidisciplinary) Collective. Supported by National Arts Council and Arts Fund. Immerse yourself in the dark and mysterious world of 'Shadows of The Black Cat.' Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's chilling tale, this […]
Manzi and Blue Space Gallery are pleased to present an extraordinary exhibition by Trần Trung Tín entitled ‘Birdsong’ on the occasion of the late artist’s 90th birthday anniversary On display: 11.00 AM - 07.00 PM (Tue - Sun) from 21 Oct until 17 Dec 2023 Venue: Manzi Exhibition Space, 2 ngõ Hàng Bún, Ba Đình, […]
Short Circuit, Singapore’s First LGBT Film Festival, will be returning with its highly anticipated seventh edition - Short Circuit 7. Held on the 21st October 2023 at The Projector, the event features a diverse line-up of eleven short films by Singaporean filmmakers. The festival, which was established in 2006, explores a wide range of themes […]
See Me, See You | A Conservator’s Tour Sat 21 Oct | 2pm | Meeting Point: City Hall Wing, Level B1, The Ngee Ann Kongsi Concourse Gallery | Free, registration required: https://bit.ly/SMSY_Conservation -- How does conservation come into play when restaging artworks made of outdated technology? In this one-off tour experience with the curators and artwork […]
SIAO CHAR BORS Comedy, your favourite women & queer-friendly comedy open mic night is back on stage with a vengeance! This month, we have an exciting open mic, a brand new drag performer and a fabulous headliner, SHALYNN HOBELSBERGER SHALYNN HOBELSBERGER Shalynn Hobelsberger a pageant queen turned total joker. Bound to leave you splitting your […]
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 […]
Once upon a time, in a marvellous multiverse of musical fairy-tale heroes and villains… The Witch, the Wolf, the Giant and the Stepmother have unleashed pandemonium on the kingdom. Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Jack (of Beanstalk fame) and the Baker assemble to avenge the evils dealt to the people. On their mission to save […]
is a takeover of art at Basheer Graphic books outer wall, bringing underground wheatpasting art to the forefront with an entirely manually produced selection of works inspired by Southeast Asian pulp and horror graphic print art, in particular , an indonesian publication from the 50s-90s. A peculiarity of the time, SIKSA NERAKA (Hell torture), was an officially sanctioned […]
About INSTINC20: Initially established with the vision to catalyse the exchange of ideas and express a passion for art, INSTINC has gradually evolved from an independent studio to an artist-run space which embraces artist-focused vision, sparking the art scene in Singapore. Throughout the years, INSTINC has stood as a testament to the significance of contemporary […]
Behold the triumphant resurgence of METAMO, a collective of consummate professionals whose expertise spans the uppermost echelons of the creative industries, encompassing high-end visual effects, digital artistry, immersive media, and audio production. Following their enthralling "Liquid Singapore Designs" exhibition at UltraSuperNew gallery in 2021, METAMO embarked on a global journey, captivating audiences with overseas and […]
This Halloween, it's time to get SPUKI 🧟 We're keeping things local here: so dress up like a (supernatural) baddie of the Southeast Asian persuasion, and bring us your best True Singapore Ghost Stories. Tell us about what you saw at that Pasir Ris chalet, or who joined you on that 2AM cab ride home, […]
🍂 Opening with the artist in attendance is on Saturday, 28 October 2023, 3 - 5pm. All are welcome! AC43 Gallery is proud to present the latest solo exhibition of local multidisciplinary artist Chua Chon Hee. The exhibition features a selection of 25 monotype prints accomplished by the artist between 2013 – 2023 and 8 […]
Join Creative Director and Co-Founder of Fiction Shore, Koo Chia Meng in introductory seminars in these two introductory seminars on casting! With separate sessions catering to actors looking to explore screen performance for narrative projects, or filmmakers looking to enhance screen performance work for narrative projects, learn how to create meaningful screen performances on set. […]
ACM Adventures: Dear Diary… If you had a diary, what would you write about? Explore the practice of writing through a storytelling and drama performance. Then, design your own personal journal. And don’t forget to check out special calligraphic tools in the Islamic Art Gallery! ACM Adventures: Shine Bright Let’s get lit! Listen to […]
This exhibition presents celebratory works from four artists from different regions. Their 15 exquisite artworks each has an illuminating story that promises to captivate. Miao Yao Sheng's oil paintings capture festive scenes of ethnic minority peoples from Guizhou Province. Similarly, Ma Pak Loong’s sketches immortalise commemorative buildings in cities across Asia and Europe. In contrast, […]
Explore the intricate tapestry of Chinese and Korean musical legacies through Ding Yi Music Company! Returning for its fourth edition, following its captivating 2019 instalment, the Musical Frontier series challenges music boundaries, and bridges distinct genres of music, from different cultures, backgrounds, and styles. This time around, it presents a collaboration with ensemble PHASE from […]
ViaRT Award, a Children’s Upcycled Art Competition is excited to announce its fourth edition! This year, ViaRT invites primary and secondary students in Singapore to participate in the annual art competition, titled "ARTOCHANGE - Make an artwork or design item to help form sustainable habits", in support of the Recycle Right campaign by the National Environment Agency […]
ViaRT Award, a Children’s Upcycled Art Competition is excited to announce its fourth edition! This year, ViaRT invites primary and secondary students in Singapore to participate in the annual art competition, titled "ARTOCHANGE - Make an artwork or design item to help form sustainable habits", in support of the Recycle Right campaign by the National Environment Agency […]
The Private Museum (TPM) Singapore is pleased to present Rhythmic Resonance: A Collaboration Beyond Boundaries By Andy Yang & Ian de Souza, a duo exhibition showcasing works from Australian-based artist Ian de Souza and Singaporean artist Andy Yang. Exploring themes of collaboration, cultural exchange and artistic cross-pollination through a combination of de Souza and Yang’s […]
Being a woman is tough. Being an Indian woman is even tougher. We must be independent, but not too independent that we tarnish the family name. We must be strong enough to withstand the constant scrutiny that our bodies, minds and personalities are subject to. We’re too dark, too short, too thin, too educated, too […]
Experience the Singapore Clay Festival '23! Join us for an immersive celebration of all things clay from art to our iconic market, masterclasses, workshops, demos, and throwdowns. Highlights include the Clay Makers’ Market with 99 exhibitors showing works from more than 200 talented clay folk, a curated Shaping Clay exhibition, RED – Works from Singapore […]
"Ainthinai — A Timeless Bond" is a film music concert that unfolds an enduring love story inspired from the rich narratives of Sanga Kala Literature. Witness the interdisciplinary approach that transcends temporal and geographical boundaries. As the ethereal music of Niranjan Pandian breath life into the mesmerizing film by Darshan K, allowing the enchanting story […]
Discover the world of art therapy at our workshops on 4th November 2023 and learn how it can enhance your self-care and emotional wellbeing! What to expect: Learn about art therapy, positive psychology, and narrative therapy Explore your emotions through therapeutic art-making Engage in group discussions and creative processes Strengthen empathy and resilience in […]
Sat 4 Nov | 3pm | National Gallery Singapore, Supreme Court Wing, Level 5, Glass Room | Free, registration required: https://bit.ly/VisageofViolence -- Surrounded by the metropolitan landscape of Singapore, “Untitled” by Mumbai artist Shilpa Gupta depicts a dualistic present and invites us to reflect on the visage of power, conflict and violence in everyday life. In […]
