Celebrating #OurSGArts excellence
Behind every performance, every canvas, every story told — there are people who dedicate their lives to the arts. At the National Arts Council, we are honoured to champion them, and the vibrant cultural life they bring to Singapore.
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'Butterfly Lovers': A timeless tale reimagined through generations
Picture a love story where the elegance of Chinese dance intertwines with the vibrant rhythm of Bharatanatyam.
‘Kopitiam’, the puppet show brewed in nostalgia and memory
A contemplative puppet performance by Five Stones Theatre, explores themes of love, loss, memory, and the enduring power of human connection.
A Particular Place: Mapping memories in Kampong Glam
Imagine Kampong Glam, not just as a place, but as a living canvas of shared stories. That’s the essence of A Particular Place. In the heart of this historic district within Singapore, where the past whispers from every shophouse and alleyway, a vibrant mural has bloomed, woven from the collective memories of its residents.
ARISI: Rice - From grain to stage
A single grain of rice – seemingly simple, yet laden with stories. Stories of farmers, of traditions, of entire cultures intertwined.
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Beyond music: Singapore Youth Choir Ensemble Singers explore the visual and aural world
Beyond the typical choir performance, 'Curious & Curiouser' focuses on the physicality of sound. Performers move in patterned and random sequences.
Bringing acts of kindness to life with cats – with Clarence Ho
In the background of lively zumba and Tai Chi sessions at 185 and 186 Boon Lay Avenue are stretches of colourful murals intricately detailing the neighbourhood’s cats and residents.
Discover joy together: ArtsEverywhere @ CDC - creating family memories through arts
ArtsEverywhere @ CDC brings the arts to your doorstep, creating moments of joy and connection. Children weren’t just audiences; they got to be little musicians too! They joined in the fun, learning to play the bird flute along to the vibrant beats of yIN Harmony and crafting their own artistic expressions.
Exploring new frontiers in classical ballet with the National Contemporary Ballet
Singapore’s diverse dance panorama amplifies the local arts, fostering cultural richness and inclusivity. It introduces varied art forms, connecting people through diverse expressions.
Five questions with Anne Neo: Breathing colour into Potong Pasir with Art & Community Spirit!
Before the touch of Anne Neo’s paintbrushes, the Plaza along the park connector at ABC Waters at Potong Pasir was just a regular Singaporean space along the Kallang River. The area served as a simple communal sport for residents–to rest, exercise or simply gather.
Good vibes only: Nurturing a new generation of #OurSGArts enthusiasts at ArtsEverywhere @ CDC
Who would’ve thought a Sunday morning trip to Keat Hong Shopping Centre could lead to a new love for local arts? A group of Gen Zs recently discovered the vibrancy of traditional Malay percussion, music and community through NADI Singapura, thanks to ArtsEverywhere @ CDC, a new arts initiative by the National Arts Council bringing a variety of Singapore’s culture to the heartlands.
