5 Things To Do in Singapore This Week: 13th to 19th July 2020
PUBLISHED July 12th, 2020 05:00 am | UPDATED July 19th, 2020 10:34 am
With cinemas finally opening its doors to the public, this week is already looking way more exciting. To spice it up, we’ve curated a list of virtual and outdoor events to keep you entertained in between your movie marathons. Sweat it out at a bouldering class or marvel at Thai graffiti artist Alex Face’s masterpieces at his solo exhibition. Staying at home? Join in on a virtual whisky tasting or groove to jazzy tunes at Esplanade’s live-streamed jazz concert.
Entangled Intimacies: Transnational Divorce Narratives
Hosted by T:>Works as a part of this year’s virtual Festival of Women: N.O.W., Entangled Intimacies shines the spotlight on the lives of non-citizen migrant married women who are haunted by the threat of transnational divorces. Verbatim accounts of their narratives will be performed by women from the community in a gripping Zoom session. Directed and moderated by Noorlinah Mohamed, the project will also incorporate discussions with researchers and writer Amanda Chong, Dr Quah Ee Ling Sharon and Shailey Hingorani, that uncovers the gender, class and economic inequalities influencing the decisions made by these women.
Entangled Intimacies: Transnational Divorce Narratives is happening on 18 July 2020 at 7.30pm on Zoom. Register here to attend this event. The webinar will also be available on T:>Works’ Youtube Channel till 2 August.
Glen Scotia Virtual Tasting
Looking to expand your drinking horizons? Hop on Zoom to join The Whisky Store‘s vertical tasting that will take you through the years of single malt Scotch whisky brand, Glen Scotia – one of the last three surviving distilleries in Campbeltown. Simply purchase the Glen Scotia Tasting Set (S$115.80 for 4x50ml) that features Glen Scotia Double Cask 46%, Glen Scotia 15yo 46%, Glen Scotia 18yo 46% and Glen Scotia 25yo 46%, to receive the Zoom invite. What’s more, a special guest from the distillery itself will be dropping by to guide participants through the tasting. And did we mention that you’re entitled to S$25 off your next purchase if you get the tasting set before 14 July?
Glen Scotia Zoom Tasting is happening on 14 July 2020 at 8pm – 9.30pm. Get the Glen Scotia tasting set here.
Grasp The Basics of Bouldering
Take your first step into the world of rock climbing with Kinetics Climbing‘s beginner bouldering class. A form of climbing performed on shorter walls (usually less than six metres) without additional gear, bouldering is the perfect entry point for newbies. Through their session, learn about basic climbing techniques including proper footwork and body positioning that will make your climbing experience a whole lot more enjoyable. Capped at a maximum of five participants, you can look forward to a fun and intimate session with fellow climbing enthusiasts.
Kinetic Climbing’s Beginner Bouldering Class is happening on 13 July 2020 at 7.30pm – 9pm. Sign up for the class here.
Marvel at Alex Face’s Solo Exhibition
You may recognise Patcharapol Tanguren aka Alex Face‘s work from his adorable graffiti along the walls on Spottiswoode Park Road. This internationally recognised Thai street artist will be showcasing his works in his first-ever solo exhibition – titled Fragile – in Asia outside of Thailand at Art Porters Gallery. With Fragile, Alex shares his poetic take on the current turbulent state of the world through murals featuring his signature bunny-like character inspired by his daughter, Mardi. Head over to the gallery to marvel at his works up-close.
Fragile by Alex Face is happening until 6 September 2020 at Art Porters Gallery. Open Tue-Sun 10.30am – 7pm.
Get Jazzy in July with Aya Sekine & Aaron James Lee
Jazz it up at home as Esplanade Offstage presents a series of live-streamed jazz performances throughout the month of July. 24 unique pairings from 43 jazz stalwarts will be taking the stage to wow you with spectacular vocal and instrumental performances. Look out for Japanese jazz pianist Aya Sekine, known for her soulful and dynamic style, and former band member of The Steve McQueens, Aaron James Lee who will be partnering up for a unique performance that amalgamates jazz standards and original material on 16 July. Missed the live stream? Not to worry videos of the performances will be available for viewing till 8 pm the following day.
Aya Sekine & Aaron James Lee will be performing on 16 July 2020 at 8pm. Catch the live stream on Esplanade’s website or Facebook page.
Top Image: Aya Sekine
