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Lapse by Melati Suryodarmo (Indonesia)

Esplanade Annexe Studio 1 Esplanade Drive

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 […]

$20
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13 & 14 by TAO Dance Theater

Singtel Waterfront Theatre at The Esplanade 8 Raffles Ave., Singapore 039802, Singapore, Singapore

“Tao Ye is emerging rapidly as a force to be reckoned with, as well as the most exciting name in modern dance.” – Time Out Beijing “Absolutely amazing … An extraordinary experience for the audience.” – Västerbottens-Kuriren (Sweden) After their sold-out performance at da:ns festival nine years ago, the acclaimed TAO Dance Theater takes the stage at […]

$55
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Mali Bucha: Dance Offering by Kornkarn Rungsawang (Thailand)

Esplanade Theatre Studio 1 Esplanade Dr, 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 […]

$30

Blue Note Tokyo All-Star Jazz Orchestra

Esplanade Concert Hall Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Dr., Singapore, 038981, Singapore, Singapore

Having made its debut 10 years ago at Tokyo’s Jazz Auditoria 2013, Blue Note Tokyo All-Star Jazz Orchestra comprises some of the finest jazz players in Japan. For one night only, this acclaimed ensemble returns to Esplanade for an electrifying, soul-stirring night of big band jazz.   Led by trumpet virtuoso and music director Eric […]

$39 – $108

Emmet Cohen Trio

Esplanade Recital Studio 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore

Internationally-acclaimed and multi-faceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen makes his debut in Singapore with the Emmet Cohen Trio, bringing us on an unforgettable and immersive experience of jazz standards and fresh compositions.   A leading figure of the jazz circuit today, Cohen is best known for developing Live From Emmet's Place, a weekly livestream which […]

$40 – $50

Samsara – A Cine-Concert

Esplanade Concert Hall Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Dr., Singapore, 038981, Singapore, Singapore

What is one willing to give up to fulfil their insatiable desires?   Following the internationally acclaimed Setan Jawa—which premiered in 2017 to a sold-out crowd at Esplanade—respected Indonesian director Garin Nugroho returns for the world premiere of Samsara, a stunning cinematic experience that marries film with live music.   Samsara follows the story a man from an […]

$35
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Bawang Putih Bawang Merah

Singtel Waterfront Theatre at The Esplanade 8 Raffles Ave., Singapore 039802, Singapore, Singapore

Delve into the intricate layers of a Nusantara folktale in the reimagination of Bawang Putih Bawang Merah—a captivating exploration of courage, challenging societal norms, and the unexpected twists of fate.   This darkly humorous and witty production breathes new life into the well-known tale, focusing on the equally enchanting stepsisters, Bawang Putih and Bawang Merah. Amidst […]

$45

Playing and Becoming

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio 1 Esplanade Dr

Participatory modes of expanded cinema performances are the focus of Mark Chua and Lam Li Shuen’s residency period. Playing and Becoming is a performance-talk centered around such a participatory mode of live film creation. It explores this as an event of collective action and knowledge circulation, that fosters the potential of multiplicities through image and sound […]

Free

Playing and Becoming

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio 1 Esplanade Dr

Participatory modes of expanded cinema performances are the focus of Mark Chua and Lam Li Shuen’s residency period. Playing and Becoming is a performance-talk centered around such a participatory mode of live film creation. It explores this as an event of collective action and knowledge circulation, that fosters the potential of multiplicities through image and sound […]

Free

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Raga 2024: MAAS

Esplanade Recital Studio 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore

Jyoti Dogra’s MAAS is a witty and humorous exploration of aging, beauty standards and body image in an era where society is obsessed with the often-unrealistic standards set by health gurus and social media influencers. In a world where natural bodily changes are commonly frowned upon, this piece challenges those ideas by examining and critiquing the body […]

$35
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