5 Things To Do This Week in Singapore: 20 November to 26 November 2017
PUBLISHED November 19th, 2017 06:00 am | UPDATED May 14th, 2018 12:12 pm
This week, get geared up for Christmas with custom crafts at the brand new MakerHive Singapore. Fan of musicals? Look forward to a double bill of musicals presented by veteran theatre-makers. Then, round it all up with the acclaimed wine fest Pinot Palooza, direct from Australia.
My Love is Blind: The Musical
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a visually handicapped performer? Based on a true story, My Love is Blind stars veteran actor Benjamin Chow (Forbidden City, Tango, RENT) alongside several visually handicapped actors, and follows the trials and tribulations of Tan Guan Heng, a young man who loses his sight during his prime. With masterful music by Kevin Seah and melodious storytelling written by Leon Fo, come witness his story and determination to overcome all odds to achieve his dreams. The show is presented by Musical Theatre Ltd, an arts charity based in Singapore.
My Love is Blind is running from 23 to 26 November 2017 at SOTA Drama Theatre, 3pm (Sat-Sun) and 8pm (Thu-Sat). Tickets are priced at $40, $65, and $80, available via SISTIC. For more details, check out the event page here.
Meet The Makers
Want to meet the makers and shakers of Singapore’s creative sphere? MakerHive by The Hive Co-Working Singapore is launching at its new Kallang location this Friday, and will celebrate with appearances by some of the city’s top artists, sculptors, and creative brands, including Mighty Jaxx, kult, Polkaros, UTAMA Co., and Daniel Yu. Come check out their latest works, and just maybe, even a sneak peek of their unreleased prototypes.
Meet The Makers is happening on Friday, 24 November 2017 at The Hive Kallang, 7pm – 10pm. For more details, check out the event page here.
Mama White Snake
Is W!LD RICE’s Mama White Snake the perfect musical for the family? Perhaps so. Full of heart and humour, this is one epic adventure that as you might have guessed, is based on the classic Chinese folktale Madam White Snake. When Meng runs off on his own and enrols at a martial arts school, he inadvertently discovers his family’s secret: his mother and aunt are the magical White Snake and Green Snake of legend. But there’s a catch, his mysterious teacher has an ancient grudge against his family, leading to chaos all around. The musical, directed by Pam Oei, features a sparkling script by Alfian Sa’at and sees a stellar cast of Ivan Heng, Siti Khalijah Zainal, Glen Goei, and more.
Mama White Snake is running from 24 November to 16 December 2017 at the Drama Centre Theatre, 2.30pm (Sat-Sun) and 7.30pm (Tue-Sun). Tickets are priced at $45, $60, and $70, available via SISTIC. For more details, check out the event page here.
Beatroot presents Gabriele Poso Live in Singapore
Beatroot returns for its last party of the year with acclaimed virtuoso Gabriele Poso – producer, multi-instrumentalist, and musical director of The Yoruba Soul Orchestra for Grammy-winner DJ Osunlade. With support from the likes of Gilles Peterson, Lefto, and Mark de Clive-Lowe, he’s been through Rome, the island of Puerto Rico, Cuba, and most recently Berlin. This Saturday, find him at Montreux Jazz Cafe for a blast of a time.
Catch Gabriele Poso live on Saturday, 25 November 2017 at Montreux Jazz Cafe, 10pm onwards. Cover charge is priced at $15 (inc. 1 free drink) at the door. For more details, check out the event page here.
Pinot Palooza
That’s right, it’s a Pinot Noir party like nothing you’ve ever seen. Come Saturday, set your taste buds loose on over 100 of the world’s best Pinots – perhaps the most enthralling, sexy, suave, silky, and enticing of all the grape varieties out there. The line up includes the best from Australia and New Zealand, including Vinteloper, Journey Wines, and Stoney Rise Wine Company. No troublesome tokens required, as each ticket entitles you to all wines available, as well as a Plumm RedB Glass to take home. Don’t forget to cast your vote for the People’s Choice too!
Pinot Palooza is happening Saturday, 25 November 2017 at Esplanade Annexe Studio, 1pm – 6pm. Tickets are priced at $60, available here. For more details, check out the event page here.
