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SUMMARY:Huayi 2025: Human Condition VIII
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHuman Condition VIII tells the story of Mingcan\, a retiree who finds himself adrift and without a purpose in life. His status as a respected patriarch has long disappeared as his adult children have their own families and lives to deal with. Unable to contribute to the economy and unneeded by his family\, Mingcan questions his self-worth as his dignity slowly fades with each listless\, monotonous day. Just as he feels that he has struck rock-bottom\, he instead strikes the lottery jackpot\, and immediately finds himself to be of interest to his family once more. Mingcan feels respected\, needed\, wanted. But is this unexpected windfall a stroke of luck or a harbinger of misfortune? \nStarting in 2000\, the Human Condition series shines an empathetic spotlight on the day-to-day stories of everyday Taiwanese people who strive to make the best out of what they have in their lives. Presented by Greenray Theatre Company\, the series has continued to garner enthusiastic support and enjoy great appeal since its inception. It has become the first taste of theatre for many across Taiwan\, with each instalment of the series rapidly selling out within days of their launches. \nThe first comedy of the series\, Human Condition VIII is a humorous and poignant tale of masculine self-worth that features an acclaimed cast that includes theatre multi-hyphenate Chen Hsi-Cheng\, and Golden Bell Award winners Wang Juan and Yang Li-yin. \nPlaywright and director Wu Nien-jen is one of the most prolific and respected names in Taiwanese cinema. Debuting in 2001\, the Human Condition series is his blockbuster foray into theatre\, which had been seen and loved by over half a million Taiwanese theatergoers\, and earned him the prestigious National Cultural Award.
URL:https://artsequator.com/event/huayi-2025-human-condition-viii/2025-02-16/
LOCATION:Esplanade Theatre\, 1 Esplanade Drive\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 038981\, Singapore
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SUMMARY:Rickshaw Boy
DESCRIPTION: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 the context of modern society\, Xiangzi’s helplessness and confusion reflect the struggles of modern workers caught in similar cycles of hardship. \nLao She is widely celebrated as a “Master of Language”\, with his works both entertaining and deeply rooted in the local culture of Beijing. Rickshaw Boy is among Lao She’s most renowned masterpieces. It presents a tragic story laced with humour\, using Beijing dialect and expressions to vividly portray the resilience\, pride\, and underlying pain of his characters. Director Fang Xu\, often regarded as a “Lao She specialist\,” has adapted Lao She’s works for the stage numerous times with his distinctive expressive and interpretative style. In this production\, Fang Xu reimagines the original text through a contemporary lens\, incorporating modern aesthetics into the stage design\, lighting\, music\, and visual composition. \nWhile the tragic struggles of the rickshaw pullers portrayed in Rickshaw Boy may seem distant to contemporary audiences\, the story also offers a compelling psychological portrait of Xiangzi himself. It delves into the conflict between his ideals and the harsh realities\, alongside the confusion\, frustration\, and helplessness that permeate his inner world – emotions that remain profoundly relatable even today. \nAnother standout feature of this adaptation is its all-male cast\, which boldly challenges traditional gender roles while employing a non-linear\, visually-driven narrative structure to depict Xiangzi’s tragic journey. This innovative approach departs from a straightforward retelling\, offering a rich and layered interpretation. \nOne of the female characters\, Tigress\, is portrayed by Zhao Zhen\, a nationally acclaimed Chinese actor with extensive theatre experience\, who brings the role of to life with a commanding portrayal of her domineering and sharp-tongued personality. Another female character\, Xiao Fu Zi\, is portrayed by Ren Yubin\, who is trained in traditional opera Dan roles. He delivers a poignant performance\, capturing the character’s sorrow and timidity with nuance. Siqin Gaowa\, an actress renowned for her iconic portrayal of Tigress in the film adaptation of Rickshaw Boy (1982)\, serves as the artistic advisor for this production. \nThis marks the firs-ever staging of Rickshaw Boy in Singapore and Fang Xu’s debut at the Esplanade. The critically acclaimed all-male cast\, which has captivated audiences in China\, will perform in this groundbreaking production\, making it a must-see event!
URL:https://artsequator.com/event/rickshaw-boy/2025-02-08/
LOCATION:Esplanade Theatre\, 1 Esplanade Drive\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 038981\, Singapore
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SUMMARY:GIGENIS - the generation of the Earth
DESCRIPTION:“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.”\n– Akram Khan \nAkram Khan\, a choreographer and dancer rooted in the tradition of his practice\, and a creative interpreter of stories that need to be experienced\, has revolutionised the world of dance. \nKhan returns to his roots\, traditions and past—to a time when we were more connected with nature\, Mother Earth and our mythology. GIGENIS evokes the memories of our civilisation. \nIn his latest work\, GIGENIS – the generation of the Earth\, Khan shares the stage with a distinguished ensemble of classical Indian dance artists\, including Kutiyattam artist Kapila Venu\, Odissi soloist\, Sirikalyani Adkoli\, Bharatanatyam soloists Mavin Khoo and Mythili Prakash\, and the Bharatanatyam duo Vijna Vasudevan and Renjith Babu. \nKhan invokes memories across time and place to celebrate these artists’ collective love of dance. Drawing from his deep-seated connection to ritual practices and his ability to weave narratives through movement\, GIGENIS – the generation of the Earth is a testament to the enduring resonance of tradition in a rapidly changing world.
URL:https://artsequator.com/event/gigenis-the-generation-of-the-earth/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Esplanade Theatre\, 1 Esplanade Drive\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 038981\, Singapore
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SUMMARY:KAGAMI
DESCRIPTION:Synopsis \n\n\n\n\n\n\n★★★★\n“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.”\n– Observer   \n★★★★\n“A spellbinding performance by the late Ryuichi Sakamoto”\n– Daily Telegraph  \n“a fantastic and totally unique experience among mixed reality events that I have ever seen”\n– medium.com  \nA transcendental concert experience unlike any other by one of the world’s most celebrated contemporary composers. \nCreated as a collaboration between the legendary composer\, producer and cultural icon Ryuichi Sakamoto and Tin Drum\, KAGAMI represents a new kind of concert. Fusing an authentic\, dimensionally captured performance with the real world and powerful sound design\, this groundbreaking production blends the recording with reality\, to create an unparalleled musical experience of Sakamoto’s stirring works. \nKAGAMI\, which translates to “mirror” in Japanese\, is one of Sakamoto’s final works. This production sees him returning to the solo piano repertoire most cherished by his fans\, with featured compositions like Energy Flow and Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence\, along with rarely played pieces\, such as the unreleased BB\, dedicated to director Bernardo Bertolucci. Fans of the late Sakamoto can experience his artistry through extraordinary technological innovation by the studio Tin Drum\, the world’s premier creator of mixed reality events. \nSet on the stage of Esplanade Theatre\, audiences will wear optically transparent devices that show an augmented Sakamoto performing at the piano\, while dynamic\, dimensional art elements unfold synchronously with intricately designed stage lighting. In this intimate space\, you are invited to experience this augmented reality performance as you wish: move around Sakamoto and observe him up close\, wander through the multimedia elements\, or take it all in while seated at a distance. \nPresented in surround sound\, the experience is both collective and individual\, inviting observers to connect to the work—and each other—throughout. The result is an intimate musical experience with deep human connotations\, which transforms the entire space into a unique opportunity for emotional and artistic connection. \nd&b Soundscape \nd&b Soundscape is the one of the world’s most sophisticated immersive sound solutions. Built on over 40 years of pioneering experience\, it allows audiences to experience the creative vision more than ever before. As an unparalleled immersive sound experience for the audience\, the d&b Soundscape is sound as you feel it\, sound as you see it\, sound as it is meant to be heard. You will encounter a natural and life-like 3D sound journey to heighten your emotional rapport with KAGAMI\, and truly immersing you in the awe-inspiring musical experience of the stirring works by the legendary Ryuichi Sakamoto. \nPrices\nStandard: $108\nConcession: $91.80 (Students\, NSFs & PWDs) \nAdvisory\n\n\n\nHeadsets are not approved by the manufacturer for use by children under the age of 14\, and children under that age will not be permitted. \n\n\nLatecomers will not be admitted once the performance has begun. There will be no re-admission for this performance. \n\n\nThe mixed reality headsets used will not fit comfortably over prescription eyewear. Audience requiring vision correction should wear contact lenses if able to do so. A limited number of corrective lenses will be available\, but these do not guarantee perfect vision correction. \n\n\nAs part of the experience\, there is a natural scent specially blended for this production. Please note that scent will be diffused throughout the venue. \n\n\nThis is a free seating/standing event. The audience can move around the Esplanade Theatre stage to experience the performance from different angles.
URL:https://artsequator.com/event/kagami/
LOCATION:Esplanade Theatre\, 1 Esplanade Drive\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 038981\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Film Screening (Events),Music (Events)
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SUMMARY:Sun & Sea
DESCRIPTION:Sun & Sea by Rugilė Barzdžiukaitė Vaiva Grainytė & Lina Lapelytė (LT) is a programme under Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2024. \nSun & Sea takes place on an artificial beach crafted through light architecture and music. Vacationers in colourful bathing suits are lying next to each other on sandy ground while the audience observes them from above as though from the point of view of the sun. \nIn the heat of a summer day characters begin telling their stories. Frivolous micro-stories slowly give rise to broader more serious subjects and grow into a global symphony a universal human choir addressing planetary-scale climate breakdown. In the work the physical finitude and fatigue of the human body becomes a stand-in for an exhausted Earth. \nThe setting a crowded beach instinctively evokes laziness and a breezy holiday mood. In this context the message follows suit: serious topics unfold easily softly-like a pop song on the very last day on Earth. \nAn ecological work at its very core Sun & Sea is concerned with the way in which we-our human species consistently fails to recognise those planetary-scale threats and urgencies we ourselves are the cumulative cause of. \n30 & 31 May 2024\, Thu & Fri\n6PM\, 7PM\, 8PM & 9PM \n1 June 2024\, Sat\n2PM\, 3PM\, 4PM & 5PM \nEsplanade Theatre \n$68
URL:https://artsequator.com/event/sun-sea/
LOCATION:Esplanade Theatre\, 1 Esplanade Drive\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 038981\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Festival (Events)
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SUMMARY:Singapore Ballet: Masterpiece in Motion
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to our Anniversary party! As the company celebrates its 35th year as Singapore’s premier ballet company\, we are ecstatic to commemorate it with a brand new ballet by Tim Rushton^\, along with the company premiere of Configurations by Choo-San Goh\, and the return of Chant by Val Caniparoli. \n35 years is a mark of maturity\, and we are proud to be able to stage these momentous ballets that are significant to the development of the Company. \nThis triple bill of international repertory is a representation of the diversity and depth of the company\, and marks the history\, strength\, and dreams of Singapore Ballet. \n^Sponsored by the Artistic Director’s Fund. \n\nDate/Time: 14 & 15 July\, 8pm \n                      16 July\, 3pm \nVenue:         Esplanade Theatre \nTickets:        $45\, $65\, $85\, $100 (before SISTIC fees)
URL:https://artsequator.com/event/singapore-ballet-masterpiece-in-motion/
LOCATION:Esplanade Theatre\, 1 Esplanade Drive\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 038981\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Dance (Events)
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SUMMARY:SIFA 2023: HUMANS 2.0
DESCRIPTION:Date: 3 June Saturday\nTime: 8pm\nDate: 4 June Sunday\nTime: 3pm \nDuration: 1h 10m\, no intermission\nVenue: Esplanade Theatre\nTickets: $48 \nIntimate\, joyous and searching\, HUMANS 2.0 sees the performers find redemptive power in strength and fiercely celebrate what it means to be human – a message of hope as the world reels from pandemic fallout. \nCreated by Circa’s Artistic Director Yaron Lifschitz\, with music by composer Ori Lichtik (Sharon Eyal/LEV)\, lighting by Paul Jackson\, and ten of Circa’s finest ensemble members\, this new work continues pushing the boundaries of what circus and acrobatics can be. \nA symphony of acrobatics\, sound and light\, this is next level circus by Circa. HUMANS 2.0 pushes the boundaries of what circus can be. Intimate and primal\, HUMANS 2.0 by Circa is a thrilling work of breathtaking acrobatics exploring what it means to be human. Towers grow and decay\, bodies leap and are caught\, as physical limits are pushed to their extreme. Created by circus visionary Yaron Lifschitz\, HUMANS 2.0 is intimate\, primal and deeply engaged with the challenge of being human as we struggle to find balance amid constant change and uncertainty. \nHUMANS 2.0 is presented in collaboration with Esplanade – Theatre on the Bay. \nImage courtesy by David Kelly
URL:https://artsequator.com/event/sifa-2023-humans-2-0/
LOCATION:Esplanade Theatre\, 1 Esplanade Drive\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 038981\, Singapore
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SUMMARY:Revisor by Kidd Pivot
DESCRIPTION:Witness a captivating hybrid of contemporary dance and theatre in this spectacular production by award-winning collaborators Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young. \nIn Revisor\, Pite and Young take on an archetypal comic plot inspired by a bizarre theatrical interpretation of Nikolai Gogol’s novel\, The Government Inspector. Driven by characters of mixed motives\, the narrative satirises the absurdity of power and bureaucracy. With the exceptional dancers from Kidd Pivot embodying the recorded dialogue of some of Canada’s finest actors\, the work explores conflict\, comedy and corruption in the compelling relationship between language and the body. \nRevisor was named best new dance production by the Olivier Awards in 2022 and now arrives in Singapore for its Asian premiere. \nThis production is presented as part of da:ns focus – Body Language\, a weekend of programmes that examines the interplay between dance\, the body\, text and speech.
URL:https://artsequator.com/event/revisor-by-kidd-pivot/
LOCATION:Esplanade Theatre\, 1 Esplanade Drive\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 038981\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Theatre (Events)
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