An Introduction to the Dramaturg's Work 2023
2023-11-21 19:00 - 2023-12-02 12:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | 42 Waterloo St, 42 Waterloo St, 187951, Singapore
An Introduction to the Dramaturg’s Work is a 4-session foundational course that will provide an introduction and grounding for performing arts practitioners who are curious about or want an insight into the dramaturg’s work.
Conducted fully online by Dr Robin Loon, this course aims to equip participants with an understanding of and familiarisation with:

the brief history and evolution of the dramaturg
the nature and scope of the dramaturg’s work
different kinds of dramaturgs
basic duties and responsibilities of dramaturgs
standards and competencies surrounding a professional dramaturg

Participants can expect to engage in discussions based on prescribed readings and undertake individual/group assignment(s) in mock-dramaturgy case projects. At the end of the four sessions, participants should be able to:

understand the work of a dramaturg and identify dramaturgical interventions;
clarify if they need to engage dramaturgs and how to engage them in the creative process;
discover their area of interest should they choose to pursue a practice in dramaturgy.

Literary Lounge
2023-11-18 21:00 - 23:59 (Asia/Shanghai) | Sing Lit Station, 22 Dickson Road #02-01, 209506, Singapore
For one night only…
Sing Lit Station is excited to open the doors to our Literary Lounge, a special event for our lovely donors. We’re rolling out the red carpet and serving up a bevvy of bespoke cocktails inspired by beloved Sing Lit titles!
A donation (through a ticket purchase on Peatix) will gain you entry to the Lounge and an evening of tipples and wonderful company. Donors in the $300 tier will get to indulge in a unique literary experience: our talented mixologist will craft a custom drink tailored to your taste preferences and your favorite Sing Lit authors!
Sing Lit Station is a registered charity and Institution of Public Character. Our vision is to be a platform where readers and writers can meet, and we believe that a vibrant community is the key ingredient for a thriving literary scene. Your contributions keep our station running, ensuring writers have a space to create, connect, and flourish.
Donation Tiers
Short Story Sipper ($10) Entry to the Literary Lounge
Rum & Reading Reveler ($25) Entry + 1 Sing Lit cocktail
Gin & Genre Aficionado ($40) Entry + 2 Sing Lit cocktails
Literary Libationist ($300) Entry for 2pax + free flow Sing Lit cocktails + custom drink tailored just for you!
Extra cocktails at +$18 each
Donating to Sing Lit Station has never been more delicious. We can’t wait to see you!
Please note: Our venue is on the second floor and only accessible by stairs. Please drop us a message at contact@singlitstation.com if you have any accessibility questions. We also have a cat in the office, however antihistamines are available in the pantry area for anyone with allergies.

Manila Galleon: From Asia to the Americas Opening Weekend
2023-11-18 11:00 - 2023-11-19 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Pl,, Singapore, 179555, Singapore
Experience the cultures and crafts of the Philippines
and Mexico through our opening weekend programmes!
Learn about the intricacies of paper craft with a
Mexican master-craftsman, listen to folk stories from
the Philippines, and go on an exciting digital adventure
through the exhibition with our activity trail, with prizes
to be won. Then, relax with a good book and a craft
activity at our Reading and Crafting Corner.

Searching Blue by T.H.E Dance Company
2023-11-17 17:30 - 2023-12-03 19:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Block O, Singapore, Singapore 439053, Singapore
Moments of dissonance build up to a sense of oneness — the self re-encounters the world, others, and oneself. How do we perceive, and connect to, the wider physical world?
A site-adaptive, travelling work, this November’s premiere of Searching Blue by Kuik Swee Boon and T.H.E Dance Company invites you on a journey like no other, weaving a hopeful web of interconnectedness that ripples through the city.
Searching Blue is presented as part of T.H.E Dance Company’s programme lineup for its 15th anniversary.

SINGAPORE WRITERS FESTIVAL 2023
2023-11-17 - 2023-11-26
Spoiler alert! Plot twists, unexpected combinations and unlikely connections are ahead as the Singapore Writers Festival returns for its 26th edition. Happening from 17 to 26 November, Singapore’s premier multilingual literary arts festival embraces the unpredictable and presents mould-breaking and genre-bending programmes, expanding the possibilities of the written and spoken word with this year’s Festival theme, ‘Plot Twist`’.

Presenting an eclectic line-up of close to 200 in-person programmes featuring as many as 250 international and local presenters, the Festival invites everyone from children, youths to adults, to join in the panel discussions, workshops, meet-the-author sessions, performances and exhibitions – all with an exciting twist.

Look out for international headliners such as literary powerhouses Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak, Lemn Sissay, John Patrick Green, and Viet Thanh Nguyen who is spotlighted in this year’s Asian-American Focus. Expect curveballs and unconventional offerings such as the Hip Hop 50th Anniversary Programme Series and conversations on combat sports and punk rock; embark on walking tours, and tantalise both your literal and literary taste buds with food-themed programmes.

Do not miss this unconventional edition of the Singapore Writers Festival filled with twists and turns. Purchase Festival Passes at $30 at www.singaporewritersfestival.com. For more information, visit the Festival website www.singaporewritersfestival.com.

Singapore Writers Festival 2023 is organised by Arts House Limited (AHL) and commissioned by the National Arts Council (NAC).

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube and do remember our hashtags #sgwritersfest, #swf2023, and #didnotseethiscoming.

Making Space: Objectifs Turns 20
2023-11-16 12:00 - 2023-12-16 19:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Objectifs Centre for Photography and Film, 155 Middle Road, Singapore, 188977, Singapore
A gathering of moments across the past 20 years of Objectifs
16 Nov to 16 Dec 2023
Chapel Gallery, Objectifs
Tues to Sat, 12pm to 7pm / Sun, 12pm to 4pm
Free admission
This exhibition is held in conjunction with Objectifs’ 20th anniversary fundraising campaign. Click here to find out more.
Making Space is a gathering of moments across the past 20 years of Objectifs. The showcase charts our evolution in size and spirit, reflecting on the ways we have grown in community and verve, and how we have been shaped by the unique conditions of the Singapore arts scene and wider trends. As an independent visual arts centre focused on photography and film, Objectifs has made room for image-based art to traverse boundaries of form and function, while encouraging conversations about the manifold ways in which stories, issues, and artistic expression can bring us together.
In marking our 20th anniversary, we pay homage to the people and events that have made Objectifs possible. It is a tribute to the past and a celebration of the present, in anticipation of the future. It is an attempt to learn together, connect with each other, and enable more inclusive and diverse ways of telling stories and building communities through the power of the image.

Fault Lines
2023-11-16 - 2023-11-19 | PJPAC, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, S611, Second Floor, 1 Utama E, Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 47800
“The Aziz family reunites in New York City. Nobody leaves their baggage behind.”
After graduating university on a government scholarship, Shereen Rahman didn’t return to Kuala Lumpur and settled down in New York City instead.
It’s been a few years, and she has a secret. A big, scandalous secret.
But everything should be ok for as long as she’s 10,000 miles away from her family.
And then one day, they visit.
There’s her mother Habsah. And her uncle Zul, and his wife Juita. They’re hoping to spend time with Shereen and her uncle Ray, a fellow transplant to the city.
As the days pass, it becomes obvious that everyone has their own reason to come on the trip. And it’s not to catch the bright lights of the Big Apple.
This is one family reunion you do not want to miss.
A debut full-length play by Adriana Nordin Manan, “Fault Lines” was a semi-finalist in the International Scratchpad Series by The Playwrights Realm, New York City (2021).
Produced by: Protagonist Studio
Story Development by: Cocoon Creative Lab
Playwright/Executive Producer/Producer: Adriana Nordin Manan
Director: Ghafir Akbar

Pop Group: An Improvised Musical
2023-11-11 18:30 - 22:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | The Projector, #05-00 Golden Mile Tower, Singapore, 199589, Singapore
You know pop music. You’ve watched musicals. You might have even caught a couple of pop musicals. But what about an unscripted pop musical?
In the 90s and early 2000s, boy bands and girl groups reigned supreme. Everyone knew their music, everyone had a favourite member, and everyone had an opinion on which pop group was the best. These bands were world famous. But behind the saccharine pop ditties and carefully manicured looks were young artistes struggling with the demands of superstardom. And for every band that made it, there were a hundred more which fell by the wayside.
Join Les Musicables as we explore the ins and outs of pop superstardom in an hour-long improvised musical that will tickle your funny bone and warm your heart, with music and lyrics completely made up on the spot, inspired by suggestions from the audience.

Middle Ground: Between Space and Place
2023-11-11 17:00 - 18:30 (Asia/Shanghai) | DECK Open Ground, 120A Prinsep Street, Singapore, 187937, Singapore
Attempting to go against the churn, this panel charts the comings and goings of incubating and presenting the arts in Singapore. We explore alternative ways of sustaining the arts in Singapore and consider what it takes for a space to truly sink roots into the community.
Moderator

Dr Hoe Su Fern (Assistant Professor and Arts and Culture Management Programme Coordinator at Singapore Management University)

Speakers

Kok Heng Leun (Artist and Founder of Drama Box)
Audrey Wong (Programme Leader, MA Arts & Cultural Leadership at LASALLE College of the Arts, University of Arts Singapore)
John Tung (Independent Curator and Exhibition-maker)

‘Middle Ground: Between Space and Place’ is part of Currents Above Ground, a series of activations picking up the conversation about the role of independent art spaces in civil society, in the context of its own unknown future of permanency in the neighbourhood.

Affordable Art Fair Singapore 2023
2023-11-10 11:00 - 2023-11-12 18:00 (Asia/Singapore) | F1 Pit Building, 1 Republic Boulevard, 038975, Singapore
Affordable Art Fair Singapore is back! Get ready for a fun-filled weekend of art, art, and more art at the iconic F1 Pit Building from 10 – 12 November 2023.

Whether you’re a seasoned art collector or a budding art lover, there’s something for everyone at the Affordable Art Fair. With over 1000s of original contemporary artworks from over 80 international and local galleries from 20 countries, you’re sure to find the perfect piece to add to your home or collection. And don’t worry about breaking the bank – all artworks are priced under S$15,000, and 75% of artworks are priced below S$7,500!

Since 2010, the Singapore fair has been a standout event in the city’s art calendar and remains the longest running international art fair in Singapore. So mark your calendars and get ready to discover the joy of collecting art at the Affordable Art Fair Singapore!

Here are just a few of the things you can expect at the Affordable Art Fair Singapore:

A wide variety of contemporary art in all mediums, from painting and sculpture to photography and digital art.
Works by artists from all over the world, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Philippines, India, UK, Europe, and the Americas.
Affordable prices, with majority of artworks under S$7,500 and a great selection of artworks under S$1,000.
A friendly and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers.
Fun and engaging activities for all ages, including artist talks, workshops, and tours.
Grab a drink and bite to eat at one of the many food and beverage stalls.
Bring the kids to the Children’s Art Studio for some arty interactive fun.

So what are you waiting for? Mark your calendars and get ready to experience the joy of collecting art!

Exhibition: HOME : WAY OF LIFE. WAY OF LIFE : HOME
2023-11-10 - 2023-12-14 | La Lanta Fine Art, 2198/10-11, Narathiwas Rajanakarin Road Soi 22, Chongnonsri, Yannawa, Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
HOME : WAY OF LIFE. WAY OF LIFE : HOME
A duo exhibition by Sitvut Prabripoo and Komsan Phetsit
November 10 – December 14, 2023
Tue – Sat, 10 – 7 pm
at La Lanta Fine Art
Narathiwas Rajanakarin Road Soi 22
Free admission
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HOME : WAY OF LIFE by Sitvut Prabripoo explores the concept through visuals of sceneries depicting animals in their natural habitat. The artist uses the Thai traditional craftsmanship of gradient colored glass combined with oil painting technique, resulting in atmospheric landscape depiction of forest, mountain, lotus pond, and ocean waves. The subject of his artwork is animals living in their natural environment, where they call ‘home’.
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WAY OF LIFE IS HOME by Komsan Phetsit presents the scenes in the Thai-Chinese Charoenkrung, showcasing the way of life of its people and the unique identity of the Thai-Chinese trading community. The interwoven nature of the installations signifies collective memories and records of events that had happened in this Bangkok community which is ‘home’ to many of us.

Fall & The Music Lovers — A Double Bill
2023-11-09 19:30 - 2023-11-11 22:30 (Asia/Shanghai) | Esplanade Theatre Studio, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore, 038981, Singapore
𝑭𝒂𝒍𝒍 & 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒄 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔 — 𝐀 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥
Presented by Intercultural Theatre Institute
In collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Performed by ITI’s 2023 Graduating Cohort
𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐬
𝑭𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝐛𝐲 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬
Helen, Kate, and Ann, each with a different outlook on life, meet at their mother’s home in anticipation of their father’s passing, gradually unveiling the intricacies that shape their individual journeys. Step into the world of the three siblings as they navigate life’s complexities amidst a backdrop of family, love, and self-discovery.
𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒄 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝐛𝐲 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐞𝐲𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐮, 𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐞 𝐎𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫
Mistaken identities and witty banter abound in this fast-paced play, where Lucille’s anticipation for her music teacher turns into a comical whirlwind when Edouard, convinced he’s meeting his mistress, steps in. Hilarious misunderstandings and clever twists ensue.
🗓9 – 11 Nov 7.30pm / 11 Nov 2.30pm
📍Esplanade Theatre Studio
🎟$27 (Standard)
👉🏼Tickets available at Link in Bio.
Rating: Advisory (Contains some mature content and coarse language for which parental guidance is advised)

Fall & The Music Lovers — A Double Bill
2023-11-09 19:30 - 2023-11-11 22:15 (Asia/Shanghai) | Esplanade Theatre Studio, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore, 038981, Singapore
Fall & The Music Lovers — A Double Bill
Presented by Intercultural Theatre Institute
In collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
Fall by James Saunders
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Helen, Kate, and Ann, each with a different outlook on life, meet at their mother’s home in anticipation of their father’s passing, gradually unveiling the intricacies that shape their individual journeys. Step into the world of the three siblings as they navigate life’s complexities amidst a backdrop of family, love, and self-discovery.
The Music Lovers by Georges Feydeau, adapted by Reggie Oliver
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Mistaken identities and witty banter abound in this fast-paced play, where Lucille’s anticipation for her music teacher turns into a comical whirlwind when Edouard, convinced he’s meeting his mistress, steps in. Hilarious misunderstandings and clever twists ensue.
Advisory (Some mature content and coarse language. Parental guidance is advised.)

Fred Perry Night Tales: Haw Par Villa
2023-11-09 17:30 - 23:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Haw Par Villa, 262 Pasir Panjang Road, 118628, Singapore
Fred Perry Night Tales: Haw Par Villa celebrates the culture of nightlife and going out – a collision of music, fashion, and subcultures, championing individuality as much as togetherness. The event will centre around a lineup of music performances by emerging and established local talents at the RoAM Entry Hall, with fringe offerings and activations happening at the Culture Courtyard.
Highlights of the event include:
– Music performances by Kiat (DJ set), Disco Hue, Club Mild (formerly M1LDL1FE), and CURB
– Drinks by official alcohol partner Connor’s, at the Connor’s Good Times Bar
– Food pop-ups by Jaguarita’s and Mahmud’s Tandoor
– Live graffiti art by ANTZ
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, 9 November 2023
Time: 6.00pm till late (Doors open at 5.30pm)
Venue: RoAM Entry Hall & Culture Courtyard, Haw Par Villa, 262 Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore 118628
Lineup: CURB, Club Mild, Disco Hue, and Kiat (DJ Set)
Ticket Pricing: S$10*
*Ticket includes a $10 food and beverage token that can be used at the Connor’s Good Times Bar, and Jaguarista and Mahmud’s Tandoor pop-up.

Ainthinai – A Timeless Bond
2023-11-04 19:30 - 2023-11-05 17:30 (Asia/Shanghai) | Goodman Arts Centre Black Box, Singapore, 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 by Aswani Aswath to bring you onto a journey through the five breathtaking landforms, also known Ainthinai. This musical extravaganza paints a vivid portrait of love’s timelessness.
With support from the National Arts Council’s START Fund and Tamil Language Learning and Promotion Committee (TLLPC), Brahmastra proudly presents Ainthinai — A Timeless Bond, starring a talented trio Kishore Kumar, Indu Elangovan, and Gayathri Sekharan, alongside the musicians from the Brahmastra Ensemble.
On November 4th (7:30pm) and November 5th (3:30pm), music, love, and art converges in a spectacular film music concert at the Goodman Arts Centre. You will not want to miss this! Mark your calendar!
Creative Production: Brahmastra
Show Director | Dramaturgy: Gildon Choo
Performed by Brahmastra Ensemble:
Niranjan Pandian (Composer | Konnokol | Indian Bamboo Flutes and Asian Flutes)
Muraledharan Naidu (Cajon and Side Percussions)
Govin Tan (World Ethnic Percussions)
NJ Pravin (North and South Indian Folk Percussions)
Pavethran K. (South Indian Classical Percussions)
Samuel Phua (Soprano and Saxophone)
Sreeranjani Muthu (Carnatic Violin)
Alim Sazali (Electric Bass)
Eshan Denipitiya (Electric Keys)
Redwan Hamzah (Electric and Acoustic Guitar

Visage of Violence: A Lecture Conversation with Indira Arumugam and Cera Tan
2023-11-04 15:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | National Gallery Singapore, 1 St Andrew's Rd, #01 – 01,, Singapore, 178957, Singapore
Sat 4 Nov | 3pm | National Gallery Singapore, Supreme Court Wing, Level 5, Glass Room | Free, registration required: https://bit.ly/VisageofViolence
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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 this lecture-conversation, speakers Indira Arumugam and Cera Tan will tap into the complexity of violence from anthropological and philosophical perspectives. Arumugam will question assumptions on violence and analyse how power is exercised in various forms of oppression, while Tan will examine the violence that emerges from games of classification. Unravelling the logic on which these games operate, she will demonstrate how “undecidability” haunts and subverts this logic obtained in the security and maintenance of sovereign borders.

This conversation will be moderated by curator Adele Tan.
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About the Ng Teng Fong Roof Garden Commision
This series invites leading international artists to create site-specific installations at the Ng Teng Fong Roof Garden Gallery, made possible through a gift from Far East Organization. Previous participating artists include Cao Fei, Charles Lim Yi Yong, Rirkrit Tiravanija, Danh Vo and Antony Gormley.

For more information on the Commission and upcoming associated programmes, please visit: nationalgallery.sg/ShilpaGupta

Reframe. Reshape.
2023-11-04 10:00 - 16:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | 82 Redhill Lane, Singapore, Singapore
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 challenging life situations

Come tell your unique stories through narrative therapy approaches in our “Reframing Narratives” workshop, and mediums such as textiles and clay in our “Shaping Supportive Communities” workshop in a safe, non-judgmental space. Learn about how you can develop emotional resilience and cultivate a strong support network in your life.

Sign up with a friend and enjoy a special rate of $20 each per session (regular price $25).

Reserve your spot today at https://bit.ly/ReframeReshape!

Date: 4th November 2023
Time: Session 1: 10-12pm; Session 2: 2-4pm
Location: 82 Redhill Lane #01-69, S150082
No prior art skills required – just an open heart and a willingness to explore.

Singapore Clay Festival 2023
2023-11-02 12:00 - 2023-11-05 18:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | ArtSpace @ HeluTrans, 39 Keppel Road, Singapore, 089065
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 Clay, and engaging masterclasses. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the clay-making community and indulge in ceramics shopping.
Entry: $10 (+ free tote), kids under 1.2m enter free.
Early birds get $2 off until 30 Sep ’23. Don’t wait, secure your tickets today!
https://www.singaporeclayfest.com/

Happy Indian Women
2023-11-02 08:00 - 2023-11-05 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Drama Centre Black Box, Singapore, Select a Country:
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 loud, too much. Our friends still ask us if we speak ‘Indian’. Or worse, they assume we are Indian just because we are a certain shade of brown.

Written by The Necessary Stage’s Associate Artist Sindhura Kalidas, Happy Indian Women is a verbatim theatre production that questions the assumptions we make about the diverse South Asian diaspora in Singapore. Based on interviews with 20 women and non-binary people from various backgrounds, the play interweaves text, sound and multimedia to celebrate their honest and tender stories about faith, friendship and family.

Rhythmic Resonance: A Collaboration Beyond Boundaries By Andy Yang & Ian de Souza
2023-11-02 - 2023-12-10 | The Private Museum, 11 Upper Wilkie Rd, Singapore, Singapore, Singapore 228120, Singapore
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 respective practices, this showcase will also feature a series of novel collaborative artworks painted by both artists in unison. Immerse in the ways meaningful exchanges can transform artistic practice, and be inspired by de Souza and Yang’s journey of collaboration, partnership and growth.

ViaRT Upcycled Art Competition
2023-11-02 - 2023-11-26 | Online
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 (NEA) to encourage the 3R culture.
The aim of this year’s competition is to encourage children to form sustainable habits through creative expression. Students are invited to use upcycled materials to craft artwork or design items that can help promote sustainability habits. This can include but is not limited to, items such as reusable bags, containers, or even decorative pieces that promote environmentally friendly habits.
Alternatively, students are also welcomed to create any other forms of artworks to express their concerns on sustainability issues, like plastic waste, climate change or ocean pollution. Recycled material in their creation is encouraged.
The submission period will run from September 11th to November 26th, 2023. The artworks will be judged based on their creativity, originality, and effectiveness in promoting sustainable habits.
The competition will include three categories: PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay Best Sustainable Message Award (for the artwork that most effectively promotes sustainable habits), The Most Creative Award (for the most creative piece of artwork), and The Most Artistic Award (for the most aesthetically pleasing artwork).
First prize winners will receive either a cash reward or an incredible staycation package courtesy of M Social Singapore. The winners and finalists’ artworks will be potentially displayed at the Sustainable Singapore Gallery in 2024.

Musical Frontier 《乐无垠》
2023-11-01 19:30 - 21:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Esplanade Recital Studio, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore, 038981, Singapore
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 Korea, known for creating and performing new repertoires through experimentation on Korean instruments.
Under the baton of Guest Conductor Lien Boon Hua, both ensembles will present a myriad of exciting works, including the world premiere of specially-commissioned ‘Song of Rainbow Skirts and Feather Robes’, composed for this concert by renowned Chinese composer Gao Weijie.
Ding Yi’s yangqin musician Tan Jie Qing will present a solo ‘Taiwan Blue Magpie’, whilst Minju Kim and Minseop Song will showcase Korean instruments, the geomungo and piri, in ‘Riding the Winds and Waves’ and ‘Silkroad – Dance For Qiuzi’ respectively.
Join us for this unique concert and be prepared to be immersed in a harmonious blend of Chinese and Korean musical heritage, as these virtuosic artists unite to break down barriers and rewrite the narrative of cross-cultural musical exploration.

The World Beyond
2023-11-01 - 2024-01-02 | OCBC Wisma Atria, 435 Orchard Road, #04-01, Wisma Atria, Singapore, 238877, Singapore
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, Chua Zin Yan expresses celebration through uplifting collages, crafted during the pandemic lockdown. Meanwhile, Harshita Agarwal’s interactive puzzle prints link the ephemeral nature of festivities to an iconic building that will soon disappear.
The artists each hail from a culturally connected region, and they paint a rich palette of emotions, traditions, and environments. Collectively, these works emphasize thriving communities and celebrate a vibrant and inclusive way of living.
The World Beyond is on show at OCBC Wisma Atria from 1 November 2023 to 2 January 2024.

Casting Seminars with Koo Chia Meng
2023-10-28 13:00 - 2023-11-25 16:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Objectifs Centre for Photography and Film, 155 Middle Road, Singapore, 188977, Singapore
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.
Actors’ Casting Seminar | Sat 28 Oct 2023, 1pm – 4pm
Actor’s Casting Seminar is a single-session workshop for upcoming actors looking to explore screen performance for narrative projects. The workshop will examine actor’s professional approach in working with filmmakers, in additional to screen performance discussions. This workshop will serve as an introduction to SCENES, a foundation workshop where actors and filmmakers experience an intense process of shooting and coursework critique, building confidence and facility to create meaningful screen performances together.
Introduction to Screen Performance
– Watching, Reading and Articulating Performances
– Range and Control
– Preparation vs Improvisation
– The Actor and The Director
Approaching Auditions
– The Script Sides
– Understanding who ‘You’ are
Filmmakers’ Casting Seminar | Sat 25 Nov 2023, 1pm – 4pm
Filmmaker’s Casting Seminar is a single-session workshop for filmmakers looking to enhance screen performance work for narrative projects. The workshop will examine filmmakers’ professional approach in working with actors, in additional to screen performance discussions. This session is also relevant for casting directors, managers and agents. This workshop will serve as an introduction to SCENES, a foundation workshop where actors and filmmakers experience an intense process of shooting and coursework critique, building confidence and facility to create meaningful screen performances together.
Introduction to Screen Performance
– Watching, Reading and Articulating Performances
– Range and Control
– Preparation vs Improvisation
– The Actor and The Director
Approaching Auditions
– The Script Sides
– Understanding ‘Who’ you are looking for

The Long Gaze: Prints and Ceramics by Chua Chon Hee
2023-10-28 12:00 - 2023-11-12 19:00 (Asia/Singapore) | AC43 Gallery, 76 Bras Basah Rd, #01-01, Singapore 189558, Singapore, Singapore, 189558, Singapore
🍂 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 newly-completed ceramic sculptures.
The Long Gaze invites audience to dwell in the meditative yet experimental world of Chon Hee’s artistic quest. Her monotype prints thrive on a meaningful collision of shapes and textures, with some works featuring the contemplative incorporation of actual leaf forms as bled through her press. Parts of their distinct shapes, organic protrusions and sinewy veins disintegrate and metamorphose into fluid marks and painterly gestures on paper, imbuing her prints with a spontaneous sense of nature in transformation.
This reverence for nature is similarly translated in Chon Hee’s approach with ceramic sculptures. She often utilises a mix of locally-sourced earth as her material, and strives for earthy tones and natural lines during her throwing and the firing process in her own kilns. These ceramics will be situated in conversation with a series of drawings that capture her observations of natural botanical forms, of which some found their ways into the
expressive qualities of her sculptures.
About the Artist🎨
Chua Chon Hee (b. 1960, Singapore) graduated from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts with an Advanced Diploma in Western Art in 1982. She is a fine arts educator and a multidisciplinary artist, and works extensively with printmaking, ink, seal-carving, and ceramic work. Her artistic expressions are formally inspired by the organic and quiet dynamism of nature, and spiritually rooted in the Buddhist philosophy of ‘The Four Kalpas’ (成住坏空): the cycle of formation, the cycle of continuance, the cycle of decline, and the cycle of disintegration.

SPUKI: a dink open mic
2023-10-27 20:00 - 22:30 (Asia/Shanghai) | UltraSuperNew Gallery, 168 Tyrwhitt Road, SIngapore, Singapore, 207572, Singapore
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, or what happened to your uncle during the seventh month 🫣
Best costume and ghost story stand to win prizes 🍚🩸🌑 🕸️📿🪞🧧 Bonus points for Mr. Midnight references! Featuring live music from Death Valley Community Club and poetry by Kyra Tayer, this is a Halloween event you don’t want to miss.
Our usual programming of alllll the genres will continue, but we want to hear all your SPUKI tales too 🕯🌙🧛🏽🧞🔮🧹🖤 Scared to go alone? Grab a friend and sign up for our open mic slots.

2065 Art Exhibition
2023-10-27 19:00 - 2023-12-12 20:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | UltraSuperNew Gallery, 168 Tyrwhitt Road, SIngapore, Singapore, 207572, Singapore
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 commercial showcases.
Now, they return to UltraSuperNew, bearing a groundbreaking new conceptual artwork exhibition known as “2065.” This visionary fusion of art and technology unveils a sci-fi vision of the future, brought to life through real-time CG, 3D/2D printing, and AI. Prepare to immerse yourself in a diverse array of unique concepts that skillfully harness the essence of digital technologies within the realm of art, immersing us in the boundless realm of METAMO’s renaissance, where imagination knows no bounds.

2024 INSTINC20 Exhibition Proposals Open Call
2023-10-27 19:00 - 2023-11-15 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | INSTINC, 39 Keppel Road, #03-10 Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore, 089065, Singapore
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 art in fostering connections among collectives and forging cross-cultural ties. Up to this day, it continues to inspire local and international artists with motivating collaborations and captivating exhibitions. The year 2024 will mark a profound milestone as INSTINC celebrates its 20th anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to the art community and underscoring its determination to sustain creative independence within an ecosystem dominated by commercial art galleries.
In 2024, INSTINC will be proudly announcing INSTINC20 in celebration of its past achievements. We would like to invite all artists and creatives to partake in this magnificent moment through this open call. The winning exhibition proposals will be brought to life in the INSTINC gallery during the carnival of INSTINC20.
Who can Apply:
We welcome Singapore-based creatives from diverse backgrounds and practices, who produce experimental works that provoke innovation in artistic approaches. We encourage artists to embrace unconventional thinking, explore novel concepts, and challenge traditional artistic norms. Emphasising collaboration in line with INSTINC’s core value, we suggest artists work together, believing it will inspire creatively unexpected juxtapositions. We value artist collectives in recognition of the collaborative spirit that fuels groundbreaking artistic endeavours.
Proposal Requirements:
No specific theme is required, as we treasure the various possibilities lying in every individual. There is no restriction regarding the medium and style of artworks exhibited.
The proposal should be envisioning how the artworks can be most sufficiently presented in the gallery, and how the exhibition can promote the essence of connections to the community. What we expect in your proposal is a demonstration of the consistent proactiveness in exploring innovative approaches through experiments, which enriches the existing ecosystem of contemporary art.
Assessment Criteria:

Innovativeness: Demonstrate evidence of rigorous experimentation in realising unconventional thoughts through art.
Collaborativeness: Emphasise the spirit of teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication. Display the willingness and ability to engage in cooperative efforts and exchange ideas among individuals / groups.
Communication: Illustrate clarity and depth. Synthesis of diverse intentions, contexts and arguments appropriate.

The proposal should include an exhibition concept rationale, an exhibition layout (floor plan), and list of featuring artworks. If the works are not created yet, please include as many sketches and references as possible. If there are any additional materials, please specify them accordingly. The submitted document should only be in PDF form. Upon submission, please also provide CVs of all artists and curators.
Details of the gallery space are as following: Space: 7.5 m (length) x 6 m (width) x 5.5 m (height)
Result:
All applications will be meticulously reviewed. From these applications, we will select two exhibition proposals as the winners, who will be granted the opportunity to host individual exhibitions in our brand new gallery space located at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, in close proximity to the Singapore Art Museum. The selected artists will have the privilege of showcasing their work for a duration of two weeks. If awarded with the exhibitions, the artists / artist collectives are required to give an artist’s talk within the duration of the exhibition.
Please note that INSTINC will only be providing the gallery space + gallery-sitting for the winning proponents. Any other related collaterals (e.g. publications, art materials) will have to be at own expenses.
Results will be announced on 7 December 2023. Winners will be notified via email to schedule further discussions. The exact dates of the selected two exhibitions will need to be discussed and worked within INSTINC’s programming after the pronouncement.
Judges:
Wang Ruobing 王若冰 is an artist, educator, independent curator and co-founder of Comma Space (逗号空间), an artist-run experimental platform that ‘creates thinking spaces between commas’. She worked as a curator at the National Gallery Singapore prior to LASALLE. Committed to exploring new ways of seeing and methods of knowledge production, Dr Wang’s artistic practice spans drawing, photography, sculpture, kinetic art and installation. With a diverse range of methodological approaches to present her ideas, her body of work addresses environmental issues and transcultural discourses on identity and hybridity.
Yeo Shih Yun has been the Founder and Director of INSTINC since 2004. With a strong determination to cultivate invaluable regional and international networks, INSTINC has forged cross-disciplinary exchanges through curations and exhibitions. The artist has led a significant number of exhibitions, encompassing installations, new media, performances, paintings, and sculptures.
How to Apply:
Any artist interested in getting involved in INSTINC20 is required to submit this form.
Funding:
Should the proponents require fundings, please refer to the National Arts Council website for more details.
Deadline:
15 November 2023, 5:00 p.m. (Wednesday)
Contact:
For any additional inquiries, please contact enquiries@instinc.com

PUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER
2023-10-27 12:00 - 2023-10-29 19:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Bras basah complex, 231 Bain St, #04-19, Singapore 180231, 231 Bain St, #04-19, Singapore, Singapore, Singapore, 180231, Singapore
[PUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER] 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 [SIKSA NERAKA], an indonesian publication from the 50s-90s.

A peculiarity of the time, SIKSA NERAKA (Hell torture), was an officially sanctioned graphic novel series with brutal imagery widely available at newstands all over Southeast Asia. hailing from a time before digital printing, early copies were crudely made and disappeared from the public eye after it’s heyday. Artblovk Gallery has invited visual artists from the region to interpolate their own interpretations of horror art reflecting the values of SIKSA NERAKA in a guerilla pop-up Halloween display.

Marrying raw graphics with traditional printmaking techniques of monocolour silkscreen printing and wheatpasted poster art, the show brings uncensored guerilla art to the forefront and argues for the need for physical art spaces to allow artists to flourish unchallenged in an increasingly restrictive digital landscape.

The Halloween showcase is a recurring themed pop-up show by Artblovk Pop-up Gallery, which aims to feature and bring together intergenerational arts talents in the illustrations, comics and games industry and build a community of like-minded artists to celebrate arts in Singapore. Artblovk pop-up gallery once again works together with local partners and luminaries like Basheer graphics books to provide a platform that supports visual arts.

[PUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER] will open on 27 OCT 2023 with a reception at 7pm with participating artists, who will be available for interviews and a curated tour of the exhibition. Selected merchandise from artists will be available for purchase. The exhibition will continue till 29 OCT 2023, after which all works will be destroyed. Admission is Free.
