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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
In the last two decades, Japanese rock band MONO has established themselves as forerunners in instrumental rock music across Asia, with several acclaimed studios and live albums under their belt. Blending delicate orchestral sounds with elements of progressive and hard rock, the band’s lush and layered sounds have garnered them fans from all over the […]
“I am excited and humbled to be back on stage and direct six extraordinary soloist artists from all generations. GIGENIS is a profound tribute to that reflection, a reconciliation between the past and the present times, a genuine celebration of our collective love for dance—boundless, timeless, as well as deeply rooted.” – Akram Khan Akram Khan, a choreographer […]
Unison is an immersive concert that invites audiences to take a sonic journey through the heart of Carnatic music, blending its ancient traditions with contemporary sensibilities. The performance celebrates the power of unity—not just in the perfect synchronisation of an ensemble, but also in the collective energy that arises from the dynamic interplay between melody, rhythm […]
Rickshaw Boy narrates the life of Xiangzi, a rickshaw puller in Beiping during the Republic of China era. A strong and ambitious young man from the countryside, Xiangzi dreams of building an ideal life through his own efforts. However, fate repeatedly thwarts his aspirations, and despite his hard work and determination, his circumstances remain unchanged. In […]
A tale of 20th-century voyagers seeking their destinies, set against the elegant beauty of traditional Nanyin music. Co-produced with Siong Leng Musical Association, The Heart of Jun: Memoirs of Zhaojun presents a musical experience of discovery, courage and determination. Three women leave China and set sail for Southeast Asia in the early 20th century, their voyage echoing […]
After a more than two-decade long domestic run, celebrated Taiwanese arts icon Wu Nien-jen brings his acclaimed Human Condition theatre series to Huayi for its Singapore premiere. The well-loved series has been enjoyed by over half a million Taiwanese theatregoers so far, and Human Condition VIII is the latest eagerly anticipated instalment. Human Condition VIII tells the story of Mingcan, a retiree […]
Made in SG, made for the world—The Island Voices invites you to an evening of musical excellence and cultural celebration. This concert offers an intimate introduction to an a cappella group which embodies the heart and soul of our nation. Their repertoire includes the R&B hit we can’t be friends (wait for your love) and upbeat party anthems like Yes, […]
