T'ang Quartet - Chamber of Heroes
2023-08-29 19:30 - 21:30 (Asia/Shanghai) | Victoria Concert Hall, Singapore Symphonia Company Limited 11 Empress Place #01-02 Victoria Concert Hall, Singapore, 179558, Singapore
The renowned T’ang Quartet is thrilled to announce a mesmerising concert experience at Victoria Concert Hall on August 29, where they will celebrate the brilliance of chamber music’s finest composers. Set against the backdrop of their mission to honour classical era legends while embracing the contributions of contemporary composers, the ensemble will present an enchanting evening featuring the exceptional works of Joseph Haydn, Caroline Shaw, and Ludwig van Beethoven.
The T’ang Quartet has long established itself as a leading exponent of chamber music, showcasing its unwavering commitment to reviving and reinterpreting the masterpieces that have shaped the genre. With a passion for historical significance and modern innovation, the quartet consistently bridges the gap between past and present, offering audiences a unique and diverse musical experience.
The upcoming show promises to be a sublime celebration of three extraordinary composers who have left an indelible mark on the world of chamber music:
Joseph Haydn – Revered as the “Father of the String Quartet,” Haydn’s compositions laid the foundation for the development of chamber music. His intricate and melodious compositions continue to captivate listeners, showcasing his unparalleled craftsmanship and creativity.
Ludwig van Beethoven – A true titan of classical music, Beethoven’s chamber music compositions are a testament to his genius and everlasting influence. His ability to convey raw emotion through music has solidified his place as one of the most iconic composers of all time.
Caroline Shaw – A contemporary genius, Shaw’s works bring a breath of fresh air to the chamber music scene. With her innovative approach and distinct musical voice, Shaw’s compositions effortlessly weave together tradition and innovation, making her a perfect fit for T’ang Quartet’s dedication to both the classical and modern realms of chamber music. The quartet will play her string quartet, Plan & Elevation – a work which was commissioned by Dumbarton Oaks, a historic estate in the Georgetown neighbourhood of Washington, D.C.

The concert will transport the audience on a musical journey that seamlessly connects the past and the present. By performing these diverse works, the quartet pays homage to the rich legacy of chamber music while embracing the innovations that continue to shape the genre.
Join the T’ang Quartet for an unforgettable evening that captures the essence of chamber music’s finest creators. This concert is not just a performance; it’s a celebration of the harmonious blend of tradition and innovation that defines the T’ang Quartet’s artistic vision.

The Red Pencil (Singapore)’s FREE Art Therapy Lunchtime Talks
2023-08-31 12:00 - 2023-09-02 13:00 | Suntec City Tower 1 Atrium, Singapore
Introducing The Red Pencil (Singapore)’s Art Therapy Lunchtime Talks, held in partnership with Golden Compass School as part of the 13th SCCCE President Challenge Charity Art Festival.

These captivating talks bring together the worlds of art therapy & health awareness and we would love for you to be a part of it!
Dates: 31 August 2023 (Thursday) & 2 September 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Venue: Suntec City Tower 1 Atrium
Admission: FREE for All

Drop by and discover how art therapy can be a soothing remedy for stress relief. In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, mindfulness is a crucial skill to cultivate. These talks will shed light on how art therapy can be seamlessly integrated into your daily routines.
Talk 1. Art Therapy as a Stress-Buster

Date: 31 August 2023 (Thursday)
Time: 12:00 PM
Speaker: Art Therapist Yoko Choi
Topic: Discover how art therapy can serve as a powerful tool to combat stress and prevent burnout at work
Talk 2. Art Therapy & Mindfulness – Staying Happy in an Increasingly Complex World

Date: 2 September 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 12:00 PM
Speaker: Art Therapist Calvin Pang
Topic: Explore the deep connection between art therapy and mindfulness
Reserve your seat today for these talks! Pre-register by clicking on the Google Forms link.

The Chair
2023-08-31 20:00 - 2023-09-02 21:30 | Drama Centre Black Box, Singapore, Select a Country:
The Chair
A dead story told in 7 chapters
An unspeakable tragedy has struck a quiet small town. To restore order, justice, and inner peace, the law compels the victims to get their hands dirty – but who will be held accountable?
Performed by the ITI graduating cohort of 2023, The Chair is an original work that raises questions on individual and collective responsibility, grief, and the desperate, at times absurd pursuit of justice in an unjust world. Who has the right to decide? When is justice served? What do we owe to each other in the balancing of scales?
This thought-provoking ensemble work is brought to life by five actor-students, incorporating their training in Asian Traditional and Western Contemporary forms with the clarity, rhythm, and stylistic precision of V. Meyerhold’s Biomechanics, taught by the play’s Director and ITI Acting teacher Li Xie.
Advisory (Some Mature Content)
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Director: Li Xie
Set Design: Devised by Director and Cast
Lighting Designer: Faith Liu Yong Huay
Costume Designer: Max Tan
Sound Designer: Meng Jiaoyang
Production Manager: Clarisse Ng
Stage Manager: Marilyn Chew
Assistant Stage Manager: Shivani Rajan
Cast: Abinaya Jothi, Cheng Kam Yiu (Yolanda), Choy Chee Yew, Mika Oskarson Kindstrand, Swathilakshmi Perumal

罡 'GANG' : The Awakened Warrior
2023-09-01 10:00 - 2023-09-24 21:00 | Paragon Shopping Centre, 290 Orchard Rd, Singapore, Singapore, 238859, Singapore
Linda Gallery is thrilled to present to you our upcoming exhibition 罡 ‘GANG’ : The Awakened Warrior, featuring Ren Zhe. Through reverence for the past, Ren Zhe creates figures that encapsulate the heights of human nature. He sees art as a philosophy and philosophy as a road map through which humanity can be led to new destinations. Ren Zhe creates figures that represent classical philosophical teachings. Rendering these ideals as tangible, he gives life to the teaching, putting spirit into his sculptural forms and creating work that acts as vessels for embodied philosophical concepts. Valuing ideologies that centre on passing one’s limits, inner strength and the pursuit of perfection, Ren Zhe’s vessels often take the shape of warriors. To Ren Zhe, the true strength of a warrior lies in his constant cultivation of the spirit, an aspirational state he believes we should all strive to achieve.

STPI Gallery | An Evening with Tan Siuli
2023-09-01 18:00 - 19:00 | STPI Creative Workshop & Gallery, 41 Robertson Quay, Singapore, Singapore, 238236, Singapore
STPI is thrilled to present “In Praise of Silence 寂靜在說話”, a solo exhibition by Jane Lee, curated by Tan Siuli.
Join us in this Curator’s Tour by Tan Siuli as she shares about Jane Lee’s practice and the inspirations behind this exhibition.

Creased – An intergenerational contemporary dance show
2023-09-01 19:30 - 2023-09-02 20:30 | Stamford Arts Centre, 0202, 155 Waterloo Street, Singapore, Singapore, 187962, Singapore
As we journey through life, we often experience a shift in our perspectives on acceptance, culture, tradition, and the values that define us as individuals in society. “Creased” offers a contemporary exploration of generational understanding, seeking to bridge the gap between family members, neighbours, and even strangers.

Envisioned as a beautiful tapestry of human connection, “Creased” brings together three generations of dancers: our enthusiastic seniors from the decasilver program, our vibrant and energetic youngsters from the decak!ds program, and our passionate dancers from decastudios. This performance is a collaborative effort, a creation shaped by everyone, and intended for everyone.
Regardless of age,“Creased” invites audiences of all generations to partake in this heartwarming celebration of bonds.

Creased - An intergenerational contemporary dance show
2023-09-01 19:30 - 2023-09-02 20:30 | Stamford Arts Centre, 0202, 155 Waterloo Street, Singapore, Singapore, 187962, Singapore

STPI Gallery | Eggcellent Etchings: Unveiling the Beauty Within
2023-09-02 10:00 - 11:30 | STPI Creative Workshop & Gallery, 41 Robertson Quay, Singapore, Singapore, 238236, Singapore
Experience the joy of transforming the humble eggs shell into extraordinary pieces of personalised artistry through our egg etching class.
In this workshop, you will learn the art of etching intricate designs onto these delicate canvases.

2 September 2023, Saturday
10.00AM – 11.30AM or 2.00PM – 3.30PM
$37.80/pax

STPI Guided Tours
2023-09-02 14:00 - 15:00 | STPI Creative Workshop & Gallery, 41 Robertson Quay, Singapore, Singapore, 238236, Singapore
STPI is thrilled to present “In Praise of Silence 寂靜在說話”, a solo exhibition by Jane Lee, curated by Tan Siuli.
Explore our exhibition and gain insight 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 interest below. Drop-in guests are welcome.
https://bit.ly/JLGuidedTours-Listing

The Sixth Liu Kang Annual Lecture | نڬري داڬڠ | 蔚為大觀: Multicosmological Modernity in 1930s Penang
2023-09-02 14:00 - 15:30 | National Gallery Singapore, 1 St Andrew's Rd, #01 – 01,, Singapore, 178957, Singapore
The Sixth Liu Kang Annual Lecture | نڬري داڬڠ | 蔚為大觀: Multicosmological Modernity in 1930s Penang
Sat 2 Sep | 2pm | City Hall Wing, Level B1, The Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium | Free, registration required: https://bit.ly/6thLKAL

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Nan Guo (南郭), a Penang correspondent for the Nanyang Siang Pau (《南洋商報》) daily newsletter, published a series of articles from 1934 to 1936 that featured Chinese businesses in Penang. Amidst the aftermath of the Great Depression, Nan Guo’s writing sought to capture the social and cultural development in the wake of a catastrophic global financial meltdown. Despite the fact that he had no training in the social sciences, Nan Guo adopted sociological methods in his reporting. Besides reporting local news and affairs, he surveyed empty houses, counted bicycle shops, observed Penang residents’ peculiar habits, talked to Penang residents from various class backgrounds and even visited art exhibitions. Through Nan Guo’s data-rich, yet reflexive writing, one gets the sense that during the early 20th century, aesthetics played a larger role in shaping one’s perception of their place in the world.

In this lecture, Dr Simon Soon will contextualise the use of the Geographic Information System (GIS) to produce a cultural map of 1930s George Town, Penang. He will explore Nan Guo’s articles alongside the paintings and activities of two of Penang’s modern artists—Abdullah Ariff and Yong Mun Sen. He will also discuss Penang’s modernity through theories of animism to highlight the island city’s multicosmological societies.

* نڬري داڬڠ is Malay in the Jawi script for “negeri dagang” or “trade country,” while “蔚為大觀” (wèi wéi dà guān) translates roughly to “exuberant vista”

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About the Speaker

Dr Simon Soon completed his PhD in Art History from the University of Sydney under an Australian Postgraduate Award scholarship. His thesis “What is Left of Art?” investigates the intersection of left-leaning political art movements and modern urban formations in Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines from the 1950s to the 1970s. His reading and research interests span from comparative modernities to art historiography, with a focus on 20th century art in Southeast Asia. He has an interest in historical GIS and the use of digital tools in the humanities. Soon is a co-editor of “Narratives of Malaysian Art, Vol. 4”. He is also an editorial advisor to “Southeast of Now: Directions in Contemporary and Modern Art”, a new peer review journal. He is currently the Deputy Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Creative Arts, Universiti Malaya.

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About The Liu Kang Annual Lecture series

The Liu Kang Annual Lecture is a signature Gallery programme that is planned in partnership with the Liu Kang family. Each year, the lecture presents new research that spotlights a pivotal period of Singapore’s art history, shedding light on cultural forces and critical moments that have shaped our art.

Mali Bucha: Dance Offering by Kornkarn Rungsawang (Thailand)
2023-09-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Esplanade Theatre Studio, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore, 038981, Singapore
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 wishes come true. The charming dancer, hired as a messenger to access higher beings, enhances the likelihood of one’s wish fulfilment.
Inspired by this ritual, Kornkarn created Mali Bucha: Dance Offering, a hybrid constellation of augmented reality, virtual reality and dance. This immersive and participatory iteration of Rum Kea Bon crosses between physical and immaterial worlds, with a digital shrine accessible through AR and VR throughout the duration of the performance. Audience members will be able to view, make wishes and offer flowers to the digital shrine, with VR headsets present on site for audiences.
Kornkarn thus acts as an interface between the material plane (the real-time audience) and the digital realm (the virtual shrine), communicating individual wishes and thanksgiving to higher beings through dance. Flowing as a current throughout Mali Bucha is a belief system that concerns itself with duality—economics and ecology, image and sound, old and new, the mundane and the transcendent.
This performance marks the full-length premiere of Mali Bucha: Dance Offering, after being workshopped at various leading platforms in Asia and Europe, such as Dance Nucleus in Singapore, Kinosaki International Arts Centre in Japan, and Tanz Kongress in Germany. As a dancer, Kornkarn has spent years performing with the renowned Pichet Klunchun and training in both classical and contemporary dance forms. Now as a dancemaker to watch, she continues to bridge the traditional and contemporary, reflecting modern cultural impulses of this generation.
Mali Bucha: Dance Offering is commissioned by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.
This production is presented as part of da:ns focus – Connect Asia Now (CAN), a weekend that spotlights contemporary dance works by Asian artists focusing on distinct voices and creative impulses from the region.

Lapse by Melati Suryodarmo (Indonesia)
2023-09-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Esplanade Annexe Studio, 1 Esplanade Drive, 038981, Singapore
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 imagery suspended in factual absurdity. With sound design and live music by Yuen Chee Wai from Singapore music collective The Observatory, Suryodarmo orchestrates movement patterns that steer the group of performers to connect by failures while collectively attempting a new structure and alchemy of senses.
Drawing inspiration from by-products of chaos and situations that represent a gradual decline in the efficiency, stability, and overall functioning of society, Lapse signifies a transition from a state of order and coherence to one of disorder and confusion. Within this deep-rooted turbulence, Suryodarmo points to the symptomatic nature of systemic breakdowns, ethical decline and societal disillusionment of our time. While lapses in society begin to manifest through the decay of behaviour, diminishing social cohesion, ruptured institutions and the disintegration of moral frameworks, the work investigates the unpredictable space between reality and a vision of collective commitment towards change.
Lapse by Melati Suryodarmo is commissioned by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.
This production is presented as part of da:ns focus – Connect Asia Now (CAN), a weekend that spotlights contemporary dance works by Asian artists focusing on distinct voices and creative impulses from the region.

13 & 14 by TAO Dance Theater (China)
2023-09-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Singtel Waterfront Theatre at The Esplanade, 8 Raffles Ave., Singapore 039802, Singapore, Singapore, 039802, Singapore
After their sold-out performance at da:ns festival nine years ago, the acclaimed TAO Dance Theater takes the stage at Esplanade once again, this time on a grander scale with 14 dancers at the Singtel Waterfront Theatre. The award-winning contemporary dance company presents a double bill of 13 and 14, the two latest instalments of choreographer Tao Ye’s signature Numerical Series. Known for their distinct minimalist stye of repetition and restriction, TAO has found immense success worldwide and is recognised as one of Asia’s leading contemporary dance companies.
This production is presented as part of da:ns focus – Connect Asia Now (CAN), a weekend that spotlights contemporary dance works by Asian artists focusing on distinct voices and creative impulses from the region.

Mari Kita Main Wayang
2023-09-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Singtel Waterfront Theatre at The Esplanade, 8 Raffles Ave., Singapore 039802, Singapore, Singapore, 039802, Singapore
Hijinks and humour abound in Mari Kita Main Wayang (Let’s Stage A Play)!
This play-within-a-play follows a group of Peranakans who come together to stage Empat Bini, an ambitious script that is set within the illustrious walls of a royal court. However, all is not as it seems—as the play unfolds, a gripping narrative of power gone awry among the players comes to light.
Presented in Baba Melayu and peppered with familiar expressions, Mari Kita Main Wayang is a love letter to the rich Peranakan cultural heritage deeply rooted in Singapore. It pays homage to the under-appreciated art form of Peranakan theatre, while highlighting the significance of having this heritage represented on stage. Witness the revival of this tradition and be transported to a bygone era where the past meets the present.
First staged in 1994, this adaptation of Felix Chia’s script is comedic, unique and utterly captivating—look forward to witty banter, dramatic storytelling and masterful performances by the cast!

i Light Singapore 2024 Student Call
2023-09-05 08:00 - 2023-09-17 23:59 | Online
i Light Singapore 2024 Student Call
An open call for students from local tertiary institutions, the i Light Singapore Student Call enables creative youths to realise their potential through light art installations.
For this edition, the curatorial theme of i Light Singapore 2024, Cyclical Nature, calls for innovative light art installations that draw inspiration from the colour green – associated with nature as well as sustainable concepts such as the circular economy and upcycling.
Cyclical Nature reimagines the endless potential of everyday objects that are disposed of and their impact on nature through redesign, restoration, and repurposing.
Be one of the light art installations to transform Marina Bay into magical landscape of light and colour at i Light Singapore 2024!
For further information, download the Student Call document here.
Fill in the Student Call application form here and submit by 17 September 2023, 2359hr GMT+8.

i Light Singapore 2024 Open Call
2023-09-05 08:00 - 2023-09-17 23:59 | Online
i Light Singapore 2024 Open Call
Asia’s leading sustainable light festival will return for its 10th edition to showcase new and exciting light art installations at Marina Bay.
For this edition, we invite artists to explore various forms of Sustainability and Sustainable Living – of environment, economy and culture – and examine how light art can create conversations about our lifestyles, decision making and the community.
The curatorial theme of i Light Singapore 2024, Cyclical Nature, calls for innovative light art installations that draw inspiration from the colour green – associated with nature as well as sustainable concepts such as the circular economy and upcycling.
Cyclical Nature reimagines the endless potential of everyday objects that are disposed of and their impact on nature through redesign, restoration, and repurposing.
For further information, download the Open Call document here.
Fill in the Open Call application form here and submit by 17 September 2023, 2359hr GMT+8.

Freedom Film Network’s Film & Society Conference
2023-09-07 13:00 - 2023-09-08 20:00 | Conexxion Conference & Event Centre at Nexus, Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Freedom Film Network’s inaugural Film & Society conference will take place on 7 – 8 September around the theme, “Content Creation, Choice and Control in the Digital Age”.
Academics, film practitioners, artists and policy makers from around Southeast Asia and beyond will convene to share their expertise and experience on film classification, the protection of children in digital media and auteurship on difficult topics in film. Together, we want to reimagine film regulation in the digital age. How do we navigate and balance the protection of children with the freedom of choice for adults when it comes to content? And how do we ensure the creativity of filmmakers remains protected? Are OTT platforms the answer? Join us as we discuss these issues and more. There will also be screenings of the films Malaysian short films (Osom, Bagan, Story 2, 46th Moon, Rama-Rama & Still in Motion) and Maryam Pagi ke Malam.
Day 1: September 7th 2023
Panel #1: REGULATING AND MANAGING CONTENT IN THE DIGITAL AGE: REALITIES AND THE WAY FORWARD
Panel #2: “SENSITIVE STORIES”: WHY TELL THEM?
Panel #3: REIMAGINING CONTENT GUIDELINES FOR A GLOBAL INDUSTRY
Day 2: September 8th 2023
Panel #4: HOW DO WE EMPOWER YOUNG PEOPLE TO BE CRITICAL CONSUMERS AND CREATORS WITH FILM AND DIGITAL CONTENT?
Panel #5: DANCING WITH CENSORSHIP: ARTISTS PUSHBACK
Panel #6: THE ROLE OF ALTERNATIVE CINEMA IN SOCIETY
Presentation #1: SOUTHEAST ASIA CENSORED: DOCUMENTING ATTACKS ON FREE EXPRESSION IN THE ARTS IN SOUTHEAST ASIA (ARTSEQUATOR)
Kathy Rowland presents ArtsEquator’s inaugural research project to document arts censorship in Southeast Asia.
Presentation #2: REGIONAL PRESENTATION: FACING THE CENSOR: BAN, CANCEL, JAIL OR TEA (ARTSEQUATOR)
A presentation of reports and analysis of arts and culture censorship in Southeast Asia from 2010 – 2022 by ArtsEquator’s fellows.
More information at https://freedomfilm.my/conference/
Tickets and registration: https://freedomfilm.my/conference/#bookpass

Tampines Boy
2023-09-08 10:00 - 2023-09-17 19:00 | Our Tampines Hub, 1 Tampines Walk, Singapore, Singapore, 528523, Singapore
Shai and his family have lived in their Tampines Central home for the last 35 years. With ageing parents, marriage not quite on the books yet, and property valuation in the estate at an all-time high, the question increasingly on everyone’s mind is, “to sell or not to sell?” While they joke about wanting to sell the house (sometimes not really), deep down they’re reluctant to move. But in a city of constant progress, will pragmatism trump sentimentality? Afterall, it’s just a house…right?
Created by Shaifulbahri Mohamad, Tampines Boy is a part-theatrical, part-tour promenade experience taking place in the Tampines Central estate. Journeying through the different places and spaces he has grown up in, he contemplates the impermanence and temporal nature of the state of things in a place like Singapore.
🚶 Length of walk: ~5km
⏳ Duration: 2.5 hours
📍 Venue: Our Tampines Hub, 1 Tampines Walk, Singapore 528523
👤 Age requirement: Recommended for audience above 13 years old and above
♿ Accessibility: Please write in to us at hello@bahriandco.com if you have accessibility queries or needs

Crossing Cultures: Sounds of Asia
2023-09-08 16:00 - 21:00 | Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Pl,, Singapore, 179555, Singapore
Discover Asian music through specially curated performances that are both traditional and contemporary, as we enjoy a weekend of non-stop rhythmic excitement. Find your groove through workshops, tours, activities, and unique experiences in this edition of Crossing Cultures.

Objectifs Artist Residency 2023 Studio Events
2023-09-08 19:30 - 2023-09-09 16:30 | Objectifs Centre for Photography and Film, 155 Middle Road, Singapore, 188977, Singapore
Next weekend, come by Objectifs to explore our residency open studio and participate in a Pirate Readers Workshop!
Meet our current Artists-in-Residence, Hu Qiren and Euginia Tan, alongside Vanessa Ban, as they open their residency studio to the public from 8 to 9 September 2023. At Qiren and Euginia’s studio, you’re invited to pen letters in response to their project, ‘Mulling Manhattan’ – a text-based visual project that documents Manhattan House, nestled in the heart of Chin Swee Road, Chinatown, Singapore. At the Pirate Readers workshop guided by Vanessa Ban on 9 September, roll up your sleeves and delve into the art of crafting your very own pirate reader using self-publishing tools and a variety of materials.
Learn more about our current Artists-in-Residence now at https://www.objectifs.com.sg/artist-residency-recipients-2023/
Events
Fri 8 Sep, 7.30pm – 8.30pm
Public Studio Visit with Euginia Tan and Hu Qiren (Free admission, available for walk-ins)
Sat 9 Sep 2pm – 3.30pm
Pirate Readers Workshop with Vanessa Ban ($10 per pax, please register here).
Sat 9 Sep 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Open Studio Sessions with Vanessa Ban, Hu Qiren, Euginia Tan (Free admission, available for walk-ins)

Pachara Piyasongsoot — Your Green is Mine
2023-09-09 - 2023-09-30 | Richard Koh Fine Art, Blk 47 Malan Road #01-26 Gillman Barracks Singapore 109444, Singapore, 109444, Singapore
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 Mine” offers a thought-provoking exploration of power, nationalism, and identity through the lens of nature. Drawing inspiration from the Rajabhakti Park in Thailand, where the statues of seven notable Thai kings are enshrined, Piyasongsoot reimagines the significance of trees and green spaces as symbols of strength and nobility.
Piyasongsoot’s artistic vision intertwines with socio-political commentary, inviting viewers to question established power structures and the implications of nationalism. By dismantling the boundaries of traditional landscapes, he opens up possibilities for reimagining personal and collective identities.
“Your Green is Mine” promises to captivate art enthusiasts and challenge conventional perspectives on power dynamics, nationalism, and individual agency. Richard Koh Fine Art invites the public to experience this significant exhibition, which showcases Piyasongsoot’s evocative works that transcend boundaries and ignite contemplation.

Natee Utarit – HISTORIA
2023-09-09 - 2023-09-30 | Richard Koh Fine Art, Blk 47 Malan Road #01-26 Gillman Barracks Singapore 109444, Singapore, 109444, Singapore
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 Road, 01-26 Gillman Barracks, Singapore.
“Historia” marks the culmination of Utarit’s remarkable artistic journey within the Hierarchy of Painting series. His unique approach presents a synthesis of the pursuit of knowledge and an exploration of the past, revealing the intricate layers of artistic tradition and personal identity. Through 24 meticulously crafted paintings, Utarit invites you to peer through windows to the past, bridging the gap between historical influences and contemporary creativity.
Join us in exploring art, history, and self-discovery as “Historia” weaves a tapestry of narratives through paint and canvas. Each artwork stands as a testament to Utarit’s enduring commitment to his craft and the profound influence of art on his life.

Unspoken Life Photography Exhibition 2023
2023-09-09 11:00 - 2023-09-10 18:00 | 78 Guan Chuan Street, #01-35 Tiong Bahru, Singapore 160078, 78 Guan Chuan Street, #01-35 Tiong Bahru, Singapore, Singapore, 160078, Singapore
Unspoken Life seeks to delve beneath the labels and unfurl the many selves of migrant domestic workers often unseen by Singapore society. This competition and exhibition will applaud and showcase the strength, diversity and creativity of migrant domestic workers who are here seeking a brighter future for themselves and their families.

Pán: Why are we here?
2023-09-09 20:00 - 21:30 | Gallery Theatre, National Museum of Singapore
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 coexist?
Infused with Founding Artistic Director and Main Choreographer Kuik Swee Boon’s HollowBody™ methodology and Resident Choreographer Kim Jae Duk’s unrelenting dynamism, Pán: Why are we here? is a filmic portrayal by dance-filmmaker Maurice Lai of culture, community, and an emergent reality.
Pán: Why are we here? is presented as part of T.H.E Dance Company’s programme lineup for its 15th anniversary.

This programme is approximately 90 minutes long and includes a dialogue with the artists after the screening.

i Light Singapore 2024 Open Call
2023-09-11 08:00 - 2023-09-17 23:59
(this call is open to applicants in Southeast Asia)

Asia’s leading sustainable light festival will return for its 10th edition to showcase new and exciting light art installations at Marina Bay.
For this edition, we invite artists to explore various forms of Sustainability and Sustainable Living – of environment, economy and culture – and examine how light art can create conversations about our lifestyles, decision making and the community.
The curatorial theme of i Light Singapore 2024, Cyclical Nature, calls for innovative light art installations that draw inspiration from the colour green – associated with nature as well as sustainable concepts such as the circular economy and upcycling.
Cyclical Nature reimagines the endless potential of everyday objects that are disposed of and their impact on nature through redesign, restoration, and repurposing.
For further information, download the Open Call document here.
Fill in the Open Call application form here and submit by 17 September 2023, 2359hr GMT+8.
Selected proposals will be realised and presented at i Light Singapore 2024.
Financial feasibility in consideration of the maximum budget of $18,000 (Singapore Dollars). Do note that the provided budget should include artist fees and production.

dink: House of Mirrors
2023-09-13 20:00 - 22:30 | UltraSuperNew Gallery, 168 Tyrwhitt Road, SIngapore, Singapore, 207572, Singapore
Join our HOUSE OF MIRRORS this September, where we’ll reflect as we enter the third quarter of the year. Can you look inward? Are you overwhelmed by all the distortions? Does the person in the mirror look alright to you? 🪞👄🪞
Whether you’re ready for these questions or not, come down and hang with us. Maybe everyone else’s answers and art will help you make sense of the year thus far! Maybe not. Mirror mirror, on the wall, who’s the clearest headed of them all?
Snag your open mic slot now and let loose your introspections and reflections! All mediums, genres and artists are welcome.

Women in Film and Photography 2023: Bodies
2023-09-14 19:30 - 2023-11-05 19:30 | Objectifs Centre for Photography and Film, 155 Middle Road, Singapore, 188977, Singapore
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, imagination, and empowerment. In doing so, the artists in this edition have adopted different approaches which incorporate documentary, autobiography, archives, constructed tableaux, as well as dance and movement.
By navigating geographies of the body, ambiguities of tradition, and contestations of territories and histories, Bodies foregrounds both personal identity and collective existence, inviting us to relook at the world we inhabit.
WOMEN IN FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY 2023 PROGRAMME
FILM SCREENINGS | 14 to 16 Sep 2023
:: Screening 1: Bodies in Motion: Thu 14 Sep 2023, 7.30pm to 9pm
:: Screening 2: Dreaming Bodies (Open Call Screening): Fri 15 Sep 2023, 7.30pm to 9pm
:: Screening 3: Antiphony: Sat 16 Sep 2023, 2.30pm to 5pm
EXHIBITION | 22 Sep to 5 Nov 2023
:: Opening: Fri 22 Sep, 6.30pm – 9pm
:: Free Admission
:: Artists Guided Tour, registration required: Sat 23 Sep, 1pm – 2.30pm (RSVP here)
:: Curator and Artists Guided Tour, registration required: Sat 14 Oct, 2pm – 3.30pm (RSVP here)

Tracing Steps, Learning Journey
2023-09-15 12:00 - 2023-10-07 19:00 | Lasalle College of the Arts, 1 McNally Street Singapore 187940, Singapore, Singapore, 187940, Singapore
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 from Ireland to Singapore. It features a series of drawings responding to a trip to Brother McNally’s birthplace of Ballintubber in County Mayo, Ireland, in June and July 2023.

The works by artist-designers Edmund Chia and Vicente Delgado, lecturers from LASALLE’s Faculty of Design, are developed from sources that include ephemera collected from local charity shops and the natural elements of the land. Physical and digital drawings re-interpret what they have gathered from their visit to showcase a range of approaches, materials and techniques. This encapsulates the ethos of placing drawing as a ‘medium’ as an engine of design pedagogy at LASALLE – reflective of Brother McNally’s spirit of exploration and experimentation.

liTHE 2023 by T.H.E Second Company
2023-09-15 20:00 - 2023-09-17 16:30 | Gallery Theatre, National Museum of Singapore
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 Kwek Yixuan surfaces an underlying unrest amidst a rose-tinted world; Jackie Ong and Lynette Lim shed light on the aggrieved to find hope within in I’m not leaving. Tender, brave, pertinent: join these emerging choreographers as their explorations continue unfolding on stage.
liTHE 2023 is presented as part of T.H.E Dance Company’s programme lineup for its 15th anniversary.

Cheong Soo Pieng: A Retrospective
2023-09-16 12:00 - 2023-10-01 19:00 | ArtSpace @ HeluTrans, 39 Keppel Road, Singapore, 089065
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 career in the 1940s to his final works in the 1980s.

Traverse through time to witness the Singapore pioneer art master’s artistic journey across nine distinctive themes – from the Nanyang art movement of the 1950s, to his European journey in the 1960s, mixed media works and the Nanyang Decorative style, among others. Discover ways of interpreting the master’s artistic oeuvre and embark on the journey to understand Soo Pieng’s status as one of Singapore’s most prolific visual artists.
Art collectors and enthusiasts can also get a hold of artcommune’s new bilingual (English and Chinese) publication, to learn more about the artist’s comprehensive body of art. For more information on the exhibition, visit artcommune’s website or follow artcommune’s Instagram and Facebook.
