PUBLISHED September 3rd, 2017 08:00 am | UPDATED May 14th, 2018 12:27 pm
As the country’s biggest public art festivals draw to a close and we move on from the height of Singapore’s art calendar, why not take a crack at some alternative artistic experiences? From an eye-opening ceramics exhibition to a comedy festival debuting on our shoes, the options are almost limitless.
The Imaginarium of Disco David – A Multi-Dimensional Dining Experience
Imagine going out to dinner with no fixed location in mind, only a text message directing you to your destination, then imagine stepping into a dining room filled with the most whimsical fantasies come to life. Taking you on an idiosyncratic journey through five psychedelic spaces, ANDSOFORTH’s The Imaginarium of Disco David will transform your otherwise mundane dinner into an incomparably captivating dining experience. Treat yourself to an incredible four-course meal, and dance the night away with the most colourful characters – including the maverick, Disco David, himself. Read our review here.
The Imaginarium of Disco David is running from 25 August to 30 September 2017 (Fri & Sat only). For more information, check out the event page here.
Sands for Singapore Charity Festival 2017
Returning for its fifth edition, the Sands for Singapore Charity Festival seeks once again to raise funds for local charities through its fun-filled, family-friendly activities. Over the weekend, join in the revelries as friends and families participate in challenges to score prizes for charities of their choice. Not as physically inclined? Take up the option to relax by the river with an enchanting evening of live music performances and be treated to delectable delights by MBS’ celebrity chef restaurants. all proceeds from the Sundown Picnic – a new addition to this year’s festival – will go to charity as well. Consumption for a cause, how about that?
Sands for Singapore Charity Festival 2017 will be happening from 8 Sep – 10 Sep 2017, all day long. For more information, check out the event page here.
Ceramic Expressions
It is not often that exhibitions are mounted to celebrate only the decorative arts, and it is even rarer, here, to find one that focuses solely on ceramics. Yet, being so malleable and delicate at the same time, this exquisitely structural medium offers an immense depth for exploration. Mulan Gallery will be holding their very first exhibition in conjunction with the Japanese Creative Centre to show off the delicate complexities of ceramic arts, featuring local artists such as Agnes Lim and Eddie Yee alongside their Japanese counterparts.
Ceramic Expressions is running from 7 to 23 September 2017 at Japan Creative Centre, 4 Nassim Rd, Singapore 258372. For more information, check out the event page here.
Asia International Comedy Festival 2017
Having seen some of the most prominent comics from around the world grace our stages, you can’t deny that the comedy scene in Singapore is quickly blossoming. It’s only befitting that the Asia International Comedy Festival, presented by LA Comedy Live, will debut on our shores this weekend, bringing together a plethora of internationally acclaimed acts such as American funnyman, Bert Kreischer, as well as renowned comedians, Kanan Gill, Mikey Bustos and Shahar Hason. Promising to be barrel of laughs, you’ll want to bring your friends along for this one.
Asia International Comedy Festival 2017 is running from 9 to 10 September 2017. Detailed timings and locations of individual events will be listed on the SISTIC ticketing page. For more information, check out the event page here.
Quint-essential British
Travel back in time to revisit the moment that Britain teetered between the turn of the century and the cusp of war! In its tenth edition, the Take 5 Piano Quintet Series will present a packed programme featuring pieces by two influential British composers: Frank Bridge and Arnold Bax. Leading us through moments of pride and nationalism, these themes embody sentiments that are unmistakably British, but more than that, the music is simply soul-stirring and passionate. So grab your tickets, and enjoy an evening of auditory pleasure at the Esplanade.
Quint-essential British is happening on 10 September 2017, 7.30pm – 9pm, at the Esplanade Recital Studio, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore 038981. For more information, check out the event page here.