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 […]
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 […]
21st Century Art Museum is a transmedia project of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) that seeks to promote the institution’s collection of art, objects, and artifacts. It exists online and digitally, as it does on the CCP’s Accession Record System (ARS), and everywhere it can, including in real life spaces. From November 2023 […]
𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗼𝘁: 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗲/𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 is a collection of audio plays responding to the geographical area of Tanjong Pagar/Pasir Panjang where the Singapore Art Museum currently resides. With audio design by Artwave Studio, the plays first premiered as part of Singapore Art Week, each with an audio spot installation at the museum and now available online as […]
Discover new ways of “figuring” art at National Gallery Singapore’s new exhibition, Figuring a Scene. Presented at Dalam Southeast Asia, the show is Dr. Patrick Flores’ first curated exhibition for the Gallery since he joined in 2023 as Deputy Director of Curatorial & Research. Guided by an unconventional curatorial approach, Dr. Flores diverges from the […]
Reignite your childhood wonder with a multi-sensorial experience at regional libraries across Singapore. As we gear up for the launch of the Learning Gallery at SAM in July, ChildISH warmly invites you to explore a whimsical world where art and poetry intertwine. This enchanting exhibition features the creative works of five talented local poets, each […]
Reconnect with the joys of your favourite childhood toys at Play:Date – Unlocking Cabinets of Play, the National Museum of Singapore’s new experiential pop-up centred on the theme of toys and play! A collective effort with our local community of artists and toy collectors, this showcase presents a diverse selection of over 250 locally and […]
Spark Curiosity. Rekindle Wonder. Explore contemporary art with the uninhibited spirit of a child and rediscover the joy of learning. Established as part of Singapore Art Museum’s continued support of art education, the Learning Gallery is dedicated to the engagement and understanding of broader issues through contemporary artworks. These artworks have been specially selected from […]
Art Collective .01 - Symphony of colors”, a highly anticipated exhibition, marks the inaugural collaboration between FortyTwo, Singapore’s largest e-furniture brand, and Be One Gallery, a renowned art exhibition organizer. Symphony of colors exhibition features 10 selected artists curated by Be One Gallery, showcasing exceptional talents in Realistic, Abstract, and Texture art, reflecting the dynamic nature […]
At the age of seven, Éric Baudelaire participated in laboratory experiments designed to investigate the existence of telekinesis, the ability to move objects using the power of one’s mind. The experiments used a tychoscope, from the Greek tycho for chance and scope to see, a tin-can-sized robot that ‘makes chance visible’ by drawing random patterns […]
Apply by Mon 30 Sep 2024 (2359H) The Young Photographers’ Mentorship Programme (YPMP) aims to develop the artistic voice and ambitions of young photographers. This three-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 […]
Everyday Practices is the inaugural exhibition at Singapore Art Museum (SAM)’s new collection gallery at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, marking the opening of a dedicated space featuring artworks from the SAM collection that reflect contemporary global practices and life today. The exhibition features 21 artworks from 19 artists and 1 artist collective from 10 countries across […]
Immerse yourself in highly emotive creative expressions by Cultural Medallion recipient and pioneer artist Teo Eng Seng at National Gallery Singapore’s Teo Eng Seng: We’re Happy. Are You Happy? – the largest and most in-depth survey on the multidisciplinary artist to date. Featuring close to 70 artworks that respond to global social-political events of the […]
ShanghART Singapore is delighted to present Lin Aojie’s solo exhibition “Playing it Safe in 2023, Praying for Wealth in 2024”, opening 7 September 2024 at 4pm. The exhibition brings together recent works by the artist, showcasing witty insights gathered from his observations of the art industry, the society, and the world at large. Marking his […]
9 Sep to 6 Oct 2024 Library@ Orchard, Trend Gallery Free admission Open daily between 11am – 9pm (Closed on Public Holidays) Join us in celebrating the first-ever Student Visual Storytelling Awards, where the recipients respond to the theme “World Around Me”. From capturing the essence of their surroundings through keen observation to sharing introspective personal […]
The Anton Gautama Professional Development Scholarship seeks to play a role in shaping the photography community in Southeast Asia. In the 9th Singapore International Photography Festival (SIFP), the scholarship will subsidise majority of the programme fees directly related to SIPF's Portfolio Review and selected Professional Development Programmes. (View all scholarship-eligible SIPF programmes here.) Apply for Scholarship […]
A book showcase initiated by Hong Shu-ying 14 Sep to 21 Dec 2024 Objectifs Library Free admission Related events Book Sharing (Please register here) Date & Time: Wed 2 Oct, 7.30pm – 9pm Location: Objectifs Workshop Space Free admission Book Club #1: Time Capsules (Please register here) Date & Time: Thu 14 Nov, 7.30pm – 9pm Location: […]
TENUNAN: A View on Tapestry of Historical Processes explores Kain Tenunan, or Songket, as a metaphor to explore the intricacies of historical developments. Known for its intricate craftsmanship and cultural significance, Songket mirrors the complexity of weaving historical narratives. Curated by Bruneian veteran artist Osman Mohammad, this exhibition draws parallels between the art of Songket […]
Join us in saying goodbye to National Museum of Singapore’s Story of the Forest – the well-loved installation inspired by Singapore's treasured collection of natural history drawings by William Farquhar. With the installation coming to a close after eight years on 13 October 2024, join in the farewell celebration with accompanying installations and activities that […]
A Journey of Art in Nature: "Celebrating Art, Nature & Animal Welfare" Calling all art aficionados, nature enthusiasts, and animal welfare advocates to unite for a remarkable event! "A Journey of Art in Nature" is an exuberant online auction that brings together the extraordinary talents of three acclaimed artists – Singapore's Eu Oy Chun, Malaysia's […]
National Gallery Singapore celebrates the life and work of Singapore-born sculptor and printmaker Kim Lim (1936 – 1997) with Kim Lim: The Space Between. A Retrospective. Running from 27 September 2024 to 2 February 2025, this landmark exhibition presents over 150 works, marking Lim’s most comprehensive major museum exhibition to date. This retrospective underscores the […]
MISAKO AND ROSEN (Tokyo) and ROH (Jakarta) are pleased to announce our jointly produced exhibition, Let’s See レッツ・シー, to be presented at ArtSpace@HeluTrans, Singapore. Offering a cross-section of contemporary Japanese painting, Let’s See レッツ・シー simultaneously proposes a model of collaboration between galleries within Asia, with an example of the potential for commercial gallery spaces to […]
Official Opening with Artist in Attendance Date: Thursday, 3 October 2024, 7 – 9pm RSVP required at kenix@artcommune.com.sg Exhibition Period: 28 Sept – 16 Oct 2024 In conjunction with Singapore Gallery Month 2024 and Singapore Design Week 2024, artcommune gallery proudly presents the new solo exhibition of trailblazing industrial designer and artist, Nathan Yong (b. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Thinking of working backstage but not sure where to start? The Backstage Affair Apprenticeship Programme (BAAP)(Entry) is looking for aspiring backstage managers, no minimum experience required! Through a mix of classroom learning and on-the-job training, our 12-month intensive programme equips apprentices with the skills to fulfil various backstage management roles across the arts, entertainment, and […]
Looking for the next step in your career backstage? The Backstage Affair Apprenticeship Programme (BAAP)(Intermediate) is looking for aspiring Stage Managers or Production Managers, basic knowledge in arts and entertainment production required. Our 6-month production-based training program provides young arts industry practitioners a safe and structured space to progress to higher management. Under the supervision […]
Thinking of working backstage but not sure where to start? The Backstage Affair Apprenticeship Programme (BAAP)(Entry) is looking for aspiring backstage managers, no minimum experience required! Through a mix of classroom learning and on-the-job training, our 12-month intensive programme equips apprentices with the skills to fulfil various backstage management roles across the arts, entertainment, and […]
Building on the success of "Art Collective 1 – Symphony of Colors," Be One Gallery proudly presents "Art Collective 2 – Let Art Flow" at Raffles City Shopping Centre, Singapore. This exhibition continues the gallery's mission to celebrate and promote Singapore’s top artistic talents while inspiring home décor. Since 2017, Be One Gallery has provided […]
There is a growing interest in fungi and mycelium as a material, the ever-branching connecting threads of the fungal world. The entanglements and how this rhizomatic network functions is not just a fascinating ecological system and material, but carries a profound usefulness as a metaphor for our potential new systems, ways of thinking and behaviours. […]
Calling all Bollywood music lovers! Get ready to be transported to a world of pulsating beats and unforgettable melodies with the dynamic duo, Vishal and Sheykhar! Renowned music composers and singers, Vishal and Sheykhar, are set to enthrall Singapore with an electrifying concert. The musical maestros, known for their infectious energy and unparalleled talent, will […]
Join us for workshops in Singapore and choose from a weekend selection of creating with The Substation community of artists and creatives that are celebrated for their work Oct 5: Doodle Mash-Up: Cartoon Illustration with Colin Goh - https://sub45-doodlemashup.peatix.com/view Oct 5: Murmuration in Motion: Somatic Movement with Vincent Yong - https://sub45-somaticmovement.peatix.com/view Oct 6: Urban Filmmaking […]
Explore the artistry of black and white photography with renowned fine-art photographer Mary-Ann Teo. This intermediate immerses you in the essentials of printmaking techniques, such as manipulating filter gels, and mastering dodging and burning methods. Workshop Fee $350 Workshop Fee + Materials & Darkroom Use $100 (includes darkroom and chemicals usage during class time, and 6 […]
Sing’theatre Academy presents “Best of Broadway” starring The Showstoppers To kickstart the celebration of Sing’theatre Academy’s 10th anniversary, "Best of Broadway," is a vibrant homage to the magic of musical theatre. Directed by TJ Taylor, the concert will showcase a variety of songs from classic and contemporary musicals, ensuring there is something for everyone to […]
5–6 Oct 2024; 4–9pm Free admission to most activities Join us as we explore how diverse cultures present flora and fauna through art. Discover traditional knowledge, sacred rituals, and timeless practices that reveal the rich connections between people and nature. Collect a free Yeo’s new special edition Orchid Chrysanthemum Tea during programme hours, while supplies […]
Singapore Art Museum (SAM) presents Rattan Eco Sprawl: Manifesting the Forest, a newly commissioned artwork by Singaporean artist Zen Teh. This installation is part of Port/raits of Tanjong Pagar, a public art trail by The Everyday Museum that brings artistic perspectives into everyday spaces in the Tanjong Pagar neighbourhood. It joins other works on the […]
Interested in making your own short film but stuck on how to start? Are you curious about all the exciting new features of your smartphone and how it can be used to make visually compelling stories? Smartphone Filmmaking is the perfect introduction to filmmaking for first-time filmmakers! Participants will learn pre-production skills (i.e. how to […]
Homing InstinctAnanta Thitanat, Ari Angkasa, Dieneke Jansen, Kahurangiariki Smith with Buntheun Oung8 October - 2 December 2024 Homing Instinct is a collaborative moving image project featuring artist commissions related to housing, home and belonging. It is a partnership between The Physics Room (Ōtautahi), CIRCUIT (Te Whanganui-a-Tara), Composite (Naarm), and STORAGE (Bangkok); the project will be shown […]
Step into Animalia: A brush with the Chinese Zodiac , where Sue Olivier brings the 12 Chinese zodiac animals to life with a clever wink and a playful brush. Her deep love for Asian culture shines in each piece, as she boldly captures the quirky, unique traits of each creature—from the Ox's unyielding stubbornness to […]
Join Per°Form CoThink Lab Fellow Wong Binghao (Bing) as they discuss a decade of discursive curatorial practice. They will take as their primary object of analysis 5G Bing — an Internet grimoire of writing, aesthetics, and cultural criticism. Wong Binghao (they/them) approaches art essayistically, as eclectic constellations of practice, research, and lived experience. They […]
The Red Pencil (Singapore) is embarking on a deeply meaningful journey with our donation campaign, “A Gift of Heart” beginning 10 October 2024, coinciding with World Mental Health Day. For the next two months, we will celebrate the resilience and courage of our partners and beneficiaries— each month a testament to the transformative power […]
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 […]
11 October 2024 to 31 August 2025 Daily, 10am–7pm | Fridays, 10am–9pm Peranakan Museum $6 for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents; $18 for Foreigners Family, art, and entrepreneurship converge in the story of three visionary Peranakan women from Indonesia – Nyonya Oeij Soen King, her daughter-in-law Nyonya Oeij Kok Sing, and her granddaughter Jane Hendromartono. From […]
Inspired by the legendary playwriting exercise created by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel, we invite you to join us for a creative, fast-paced, and immersive Bake-Off facilitated by our visiting resident playwright Sean Dunnington. Participants will engage in written exercises on an assigned theme and elements in response to plays and works of art within a 48-hour […]
Horns Are Unique! captures the essence of jazz with soulful interpretations, blending classic melodies with innovative improvisations. Each performance is a journey through the rich history of jazz, infused with their unique horn-centric style. Whether you're a lifelong jazz aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, Horns are Unique! promises to captivate and inspire with […]
Inspired by the legendary playwriting exercise created by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel, we invite you to join us for a creative, fast-paced, and immersive Bake-Off facilitated by our visiting resident playwright Sean Dunnington. Participants will engage in written exercises on an assigned theme and elements in response to plays and works of art within a 48-hour […]
ThirdSpace Sessions brings together an ever-changing collection of free improvising musicians to create a challenging and artistically stimulating combination, and is inspired by Derek Bailey's musical collective 'Company'. This event features Australian trumpeter, Peter Knight and avant grade saxophonist, Tim O'Dwyer in a one-night only performance at the Battlebox.
ThirdSpace Sessions was inspired by improvisational guitarist Derek Bailey’s musical collective named ‘Company’. The idea behind ‘Company’ was to bring together an ever-changing collection of free improvising musicians, in order to create a challenging and artistically stimulating combinations of players who might not otherwise have had an opportunity to work together. Peter Knight Perpetually curious, […]
The Private Museum Singapore is pleased to present Déjà vu: When the Sun Rises in the West, an evocative exhibition featuring the works of renowned Thai artist Natee Utarit. In continuation of the first exhibition at Silpakorn University in 2022 commemorating the artist's return to his alma mater, this historic exhibition now journeys to Singapore, […]
Chapel Gallery, Objectifs 18 – 26 Oct 2024 Free Admission Featuring works by Mindy Tan, Brian Teo, David Ash, Cassandra Lim, and TRB&Co. Stray to Stay is a dog-friendly group exhibition that seeks to raise awareness about the challenges that stray dogs in Singapore face while celebrating the compassionate efforts of those who dedicate their lives to helping them, and […]
Official Opening with Guest-of-Honour and Artist in Attendance Date: Thursday, 20 October 2024, 3 - 4pm Guest-of-Honour: Lee Khai (Chairman of Penang State Art Gallery) Talk with Artist-in-Attendance Tan Choh Tee’s Trips to Penang: Anecdotes and Philosophies Date: Thursday, 20 October 2024, 4.30 - 5.30pm Speaker: Ho Sou Ping (Gallery Founder) RSVP required: kenix@artcommune.com.sg […]
Venue Objectifs Workshop Space (Sat 19 Oct); Fort Canning Park (Sun 20 Oct) Course Description The photographs that we have of our pets are precious to us, precisely because the time we spend with them is equally as valuable. If you’ve ever wondered how to get better at capturing your dog’s lovable energy on camera, […]
ViaRT is excited to introduce a new challenge for its 5th year art competition under the title "1.5 Degrees Celsius: Create against Climate Change." ViaRT invites primary and secondary students across Singapore to join our annual art competition in response to global warming and the urgent need to act, as well as in support of the Recycle Right […]
Synopsis ★★★★ “For this hour, conjured images are more real than the tangible world. Lift the goggles and everything disappears. Kagami is both graceful elegy and transportation.” – Observer ★★★★ “A spellbinding performance by the late Ryuichi Sakamoto” – Daily Telegraph “a fantastic and totally unique experience among mixed reality events that I have ever […]
THE NECESSARY STAGE PRESENTS WHITE, ALL WHITE How white all the walls are. Even after all these years. White, All White offers a glimpse into the quiet lives of a family of women across three generations. As they grapple with their individual struggles, dreams and desires whilst living under the same leaky roof, […]
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, […]
25 October to 24 November 2024, 10am to 7pm Gallery 3, Level 3, Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark Admission is free. When we think of an archive, an intuitive association that comes to mind might be a physical space teeming with material objects, records and documents. By incorporating physical manifestations into artworks, […]
Marvel at the picturesque and nostalgic depictions of well-loved scenes of everyday Singapore and magnificent landscapes from around the world at Becoming Lim Tze Peng. From 25 October 2024 to 23 March 2025, National Gallery Singapore presents its first solo exhibition on Singapore’s oldest living and active artist, Lim Tze Peng, featuring over 50 artworks […]
THE NECESSARY STAGE PRESENTS WHITE, ALL WHITE How white all the walls are. Even after all these years. White, All White offers a glimpse into the quiet lives of a family of women across three generations. As they grapple with their individual struggles, dreams and desires whilst living under the same leaky roof, […]
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 […]
26 October 2024, Saturday 8.00am - 12.30pm Empress Lawn, Victoria Theatre & Victoria Concert Hall Calling all art enthusiasts! Immerse yourself in Singapore’s vibrant arts scene with Sketch Up 2024, the first-ever rain or shine, outdoor mass-sketching event in the Civic District organised by Arts House Limited, the place manager of the Civic District. On […]
THE NECESSARY STAGE PRESENTS WHITE, ALL WHITE How white all the walls are. Even after all these years. White, All White offers a glimpse into the quiet lives of a family of women across three generations. As they grapple with their individual struggles, dreams and desires whilst living under the same leaky roof, […]
THE NECESSARY STAGE PRESENTS WHITE, ALL WHITE How white all the walls are. Even after all these years. White, All White offers a glimpse into the quiet lives of a family of women across three generations. As they grapple with their individual struggles, dreams and desires whilst living under the same leaky roof, […]
Embark on a literary journey with Poems on the MRT, an initiative by the National Arts Council in partnership with SMRT and Stellar Ace, brought to life by Sing Lit Station. From 1 November 2024, Singapore poetry will take over the MRT network, integrating local literature into the daily experience of commuters. Look out for […]
Date: 2 November 2024 - 1 January 2025 Venue: Level 1, The Engine Room, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark Admission: Free for all Step into the creative minds of 10-year-olds with Worlds Around You: A Think! Contemporary Primary School Exhibition, presented by Singapore Art Museum (SAM). As part of the 12th edition of the Think! […]
"Who is Weaving the Sky Net?" brings together eight artists who explore textile, fabric, and weaving as metaphors to question the construction of our universe and existence. The title, borrowed from an essay on science and philosophy by physician Nguyen Tuong Bach, draws on the delicate interplay between quantum physics and Buddhist thought. In his […]
Unlock your creative potential in our Beginner’s Playwriting Workshop with Chong Tze Chien, part of our upcoming 24-Hour Playwriting Competition 2025! Designed for anyone curious about storytelling, this workshop is all about exploring fun, pressure-free techniques to jump-start your writing. Whether you’re new to writing or just looking for fresh ideas, we’ll guide you through […]
