Top 5 things to do in Singapore this week: 31st March – 6th April

PUBLISHED March 30th, 2014 01:00 am | UPDATED May 9th, 2018 03:13 am

In this week’s pick of top things to do we are going decidedly international with a world-renowned songstress in town, an Italian film festival, an Indian stand up comedy show plus our island’s contribution to an epic international pillow fight day. But of course, we still love local, so we’re very pleased that our favourite art and design market is back to shine the spotlight on local creative talent. Read on to find out about our top pick of things to do this week:

Be enchanted by Suzanne Vega in concert

She is a brilliant songwriter and practically started the neo-folk music movement single handedly, and this week, Vega will be performing at the Esplanade. With a string of sold out concerts across the globe, now her distinctive glassy voice, enchanting lyrics and poetic storytelling ways are here and will no doubt be as gorgeous as ever. Tickets are selling fast so hurry and pick up a last minute one.

Suzanne Vega is performing on 1st April at Esplanade, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore, 038981. For more information see SISTIC here.

Take in some films at the 11th Italian Film Festival: Special Venice Edition

This annual celebration of Italian film is back with a showcase which includes 10 films from the recent 70th Venice Film Festival premiering in Singapore in this special edition of the Italian Film Festival. Expect films from legends like Fellini and Bertolucci, to the best in contemporary Italian cinema from new and exciting filmmakers.

The 11th Italian Film Festival is taking place from 2nd – 7th April at Cathay Cineleisure Orchard, 8 Grange Road, Levels 4,5 & 6, Singapore, 239695. For more information and ticketing see here.

Get your ribs tickled with Donkey Dies, Father Cries

The super hit and randomly named comedy show Donkey Dies, Father Cries will be coming to Singapore this week from India. With four performers and hilarious new content we’re not sure how the donkey died or why the father cried but we have a feeling we’ll be finding out soon! Expect a side-splitting adventure with tales from school life, social media fads and the urban myth that babies are…fun!!?

Donkey Dies, Father Cries is taking place on 4th – 6th April at Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Rd, Singapore, 439053. For more information and ticketing see here.

Let Loose at The Big Pillow Bash

There is only one word to describe this: awesome! Join in this free, mass pillow fight which will see feathers, laughter and irreverence descend on Haji Lane. Come down with your pillows and friends, let loose and get bashing. One of many pillow fights taking place in cities across the world on the day, leave your inhibitions at home and be part of this tomfoolery!

The Big Pillow Bash is taking place on 5th April at Haji Lane. For more information see here.

Do some night shopping and vibing at MAAD Market of Artists and Designers

It’s that time of the month again when Singapore’s best art and design market takes over red dot design museum with its usual mix of great music, talented artistry, irreplaceable booze, and late night shopping. Wander through and admire the unique selection of creative goods, snap up a few and soak up the vibes.

MAAD Market of Artists and Designers is taking place on 4th April at Red Dot Design Museum, 28 Maxwell Road, Singapore, 069120. For more information see their Facebook page here.

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Written by Ms Demeanour