This is a touching tale of friendship with inventive storytelling, upbeat songs and lots of laughs. A magical adaptation of the award-winning book by Kathryn Cave and Chris Riddell, it is presented by Players Theatre, a children's theatre company here.
Where: Ulu Pandan Community Club Theatrette, 5th Floor, Ulu Pandan Community Club, 170 Ghim Moh Road MRT: Buona Vista When: Mon - Fri : 9.30 & 11am, 2 & 3.30pm, Nov 15: 11am & 5pm Admission: $21 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: www.theplayerstheatre.org
Art
KEANE'S ROUTE
It's fun-tastic. Take a peek at works by nine-year-old artist Keane Chua Wei Yi, whose style is a fusion of fine art and graphic illustrations. He has bagged the Best Prize at a children's art competition in Korea last year. All proceeds from the exhibition will go to The Little Arts Academy.
Where: The Arts House, Foyer, Old Parliament House, 1 Old Parliament Lane MRT: Raffles Place When: Till Sun : 10am - 8pm Admission: Free Tel: 6332-6919
GOAT GALORE: THE CURIOUS ANIMAL IN ART
Artist N. Manoharan from Chennai, India, captures the essence of the goat on canvas and paper at his first solo exhibition here. His romantic representation of the animal are all about living a simple and uncomplicated life.
Where: The Gallery of Gnani Arts, The Regent Singapore 01 -05, One Cuscaden Road MRT: Orchard When: Till Nov 23: 11am - 8pm (closed on Mon) Admission: Free Tel: 6725-3112
BROOK ANDREW: EYE TO EYE
This exhibition by contemporary Australian artist Brook Andrew features his artworks and insights through portraiture, taxidermy and neon installation. Supported by the Australian High Commission.
Where: Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (Nafa) Campus 1, Galleries 1 & 2, Bencoolen Street MRT: Bugis When: Till Dec 6: 11am - 7pm (closed on Sun) Admission: Free Info: E-mail artgalleries@nafa.edu.sg:
HEMA UPADHYAY: UNIVERSE REVOLVES ON
In her exhibition, this noted Indian contemporary artist questions the meaning of 'home' in the face of India's rapidly urbanisation using autobiography and personal insights.
Singapore Tyler Print Institute, 41 Robertson Quay, MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till Dec 13: 10am - 6pm (Tue -Sat), closed on Sun & public holidays, closed on Mon Admission: Free Tel: 6336-3663 Info: Visit www.stpi.com.sg
AND THE DISH RAN AWAY WITH THE SPOON
The essence of childhood is captured in this art exhibition featuring as many as 60 artworks by artists from the United States, Latin America and Britain.
Where: Collectors Contemporary Pte Ltd, 01-03 Petro Centre 5 Jalan Kilang Barat MRT: Red Hill/Queenstown When: Till Dec 10: 11am - 7pm (Tue - Sun), closed on Mon Admission: Free Tel: 6878-0103 Info: Visit www.collectors.com.sg
Class
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
Company executives who need to understand how to create and retain key accounts can get help at two Key Account Management workshops at Singapore Press Holdings' News Centre. One workshop titled Developing Top Producing Key Account Managers is by trainer Virendra Shelar while another titled Developing Top Producing Key Account Managers is by Rob Salisbury, both of whom have worked in Fortune 500 companies.
Where: Singapore Press Holdings (SPH News Centre), 1000 Toa Payoh North MRT: Braddell When: Nov 25: 9am - 5pm (Implementing And Planning Key Account Management), Nov 26: 9am - 5pm (Developing Top Producing Key Account Managers) Admission: Pay an early bird fee of $329 with GST (ST701 members) a workshop & $389 with GST (non-member) a workshop by Nov 19, those signing up after that, pay $386 with GST (ST701 member) a workshop & $459 with GST (non-member) a workshop Tel: 6319-5917 (office hours) Info: Visit st701.com or e-mail st701@sph.com.sg
Classical
MODERN iCONS: MAGIC MOMENTS
To celebrate French composer Messiaen's birth centenary, the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music's New Music Ensemble will present music by his students - Chen Qigang, Pierre Boulez and Karlheinz Stockhausen. Under the baton of Chan Tze Law, the ensemble will also perform works by Singapore-based composer John Sharpley and two conservatory alumni composers. Part of Spectrum, a new music series.
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio MRT: City Hall When: Tue : 7.30pm Admission: $27 Tel: 6348-5555
A GERMAN REQIUEM
Brahm's mastery of the orchestral and choral come together in his landmark work, German Requiem, at this concert by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, the Singapore Symphony Chorus, the Singapore Bible College Chorale and the Hallelujah Chorus. Under the baton of Shui Lan.
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall MRT: City Hall When: Thu : 7.30pm Admission: $12 - $63 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: The concert features soprano Brigitte Wohlfarth and baritone Liao Changyong.
Contest
DESIGN A CHRISTMAS CARD COMPETITION
Get into the mood for Christmas. Children aged seven to 12 are invited by the Singapore Philatelic Museum to design a Christmas card (A5 size) and write about their most memorable Christmas celebration or experience on it. The designs with the most meaningful messages will win prizes, and shortlisted entries will be displayed at the museum later.
Tel: 6513-7347/6337-3888 Info: Mail the card to Design A Christmas Card Competition at the Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23-B Coleman Street, Singapore 179807, Closing date: Fri
THE AMAZING WAITER RACE 2008
Waiters who are quick on their feet and steady with their hands can form a team of two for a chance to win the top prize of $1,000 cash per team in this Amazing Waiter Race plus the Amazing Waiters' Challenge Cup. By Cats Classified.
Where: Singapore Expo Hall 5 MRT: Expo When: Sat , 11am (qualifying round), 2pm (final round) Admission: Free Tel: 6319-5924 Info: Submit entries by e-mailing cats4@sph.com.sg (subject: Amazing Waiter Race 2008) by Tue with contestants' names, IC numbers, job designations, mobile numbers and name of the food and beverage outlet they work in
German Film Festival
THE BEAUTIES FROM LEIPZIG (PG)
This historic documentary captures nine Miss Leipzig beauty contestants from 1989 who are now in their 40s and far from being vacuous beauties. This documentary is by Gunther Scholtz, a freelance writer and director of television films and series. In German with English subtitles.
Directed by Hans Weingartner, this comedy is about a brash television producer's life-altering experience which transforms him into a crusader against the stupidity of many television programmes and more. In German with English subtitles.
This vocal concert showcases a wide repertoire of tunes from European and Asian choral arrangements, a cappella pop-style amd beat boxing by school choirs and a cappella groups here.
APPLICATIONS FOR ARTS NETWORK ASIA (ANA) GRANTS 2009
Asian artists, cultural workers, arts activist and arts communities in asia are invited to apply for the Arts Network Asia (ANA) scheme for projects next year which should encourage challenging, provocative exchanges and collaborations betwen different cultures and communities within Asia. ANA is founded and managed by TheatreWorks (Singapore).
Info: For inquiries write to Tay Tong, the AMA Director by e-mailing taytong@theatreworks.org.sg. Submit aplication by Sat by visiting www.artsnetworkasia.org
Hokkien Festival
BOOK LAUNCH: TRADES OF LOCAL HOKKIENS - PAST & PRESENT
Check out this book launch of 'Trades of Local Hokkiens and Past & Present' to find out when and how Singapore's Hokkien forefathers carved out their niches and built their trades in Singapore.
Find out more about Hokkien traditional customs, past and present relating to birth, marriage and longevity, at this heritage exhibition.
Where: Singapore Conference Hall, Shenton Way: MRT: Tanjong Pagar When: Till Sun : 10am - 3pm Admission: Free Tel: 6222-8212
HOKKIEN FOOD GALORE
Tuck into traditional Hokkien delicacies including popiah, dumplings, mee sua and assorted pastries at this Hokkien Food Galore exhibition.
Where: Singapore Conference Hall, Shenton Way: MRT: Tanjong Pagar When: Till Sun : 10am - 9pm Admission: Pay $10 for a coupon Tel: 6222-8212
CULTURAL EXHIBTION
Find out about Hokkien traditional customs relating to birth, marriage and longevity.
Where: Singapore Conference Hall, Shenton Way: MRT: Tanjong Pagar When: Till Sun : 10am - 3pm Admission: Free Tel: 6222-8212
Korea Festival 2008
KOREAN CONTEMPORARY ART EXHIBITION
Check out works by distinguished artists ranging from masters of Korean modernism to emerging young talents at this art exhibition at the Singapore Art Museum.
Where: Singapore Art Museum, Bras Basah Road MRT: City Hall When: Till March next year: 10am - 7pm (till 9pm on Fri), Admission: $8 (adult), $4 (students & senior citizens) (pay $10 for (adults) and $5 (students & senior citizens) for a joint ticket which also cover visits to 8Q, the museum's branch at 8 Queen Street Tel: 6332-3222 Info: Visit www.koreafestival.com
Kalaa Utsavaam
WEDDING ALBUM
This hilarious play reveals the many layers of a traditional Indian wedding. On the surface it's a joyful event but behind the perfect smiles simmer suppressed suspicions, jealousies, frustrations and aggression.
Where: Esplanade Theatre Studio MRT: City Hall When: Wed & Thu : 8pm Admission: $38 Tel: 6348-5555
A MUSICAL VOYAGE
It's a surprising marriage of classical southern Indian and western music. Join the Madras String Quartet from India, which will perform its own music based on Indian classical music combined with Western harmonic principles. Led by composer and violinist V.S. Narasimhan, the Chennai-based quartet includes Hemanthraj Muliyil (violin), B.J. Chandran (viola) and V.K. Sekar (cello).
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio MRT: City Hall When: Fri : 7,30pm Admission: $28 Tel: 6348-5555
Reflections 2008
YOUTHS ALOUD
A must for die-hard rockers and lovers of passion-driven music, this highly-charged rock concert by the Republic Polytechnic Jammerz Arena features five different bands.
This dance concert showcases original and innovative works by Republic Polytechnic dance groups.
Where: Republic Polytechnic, Republic Cultural Centre, Theatre, 9 Woodlands Avenue 9 MRT: Woodlands
When: Wed : 8pm Admission: $10 Tel: 6365-0410
YOUTH WONDER - VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION
Support young artists. Check out this visual arts exhibition which showcases art pieces, sculptures, pottery and batik paintings by students from nine primary and secondary schools and the Republic Polytechnic.
Where: Republic Polytechnic, Republic Cultural Centre, 9 Woodlands Avenue 9 MRT: Woodlands When: Till Jan 31 next year: 9am - 7pm Admission: Free Tel: 6365-0410 Info: www.rp.sg
Show
DEFENCE TECHX 2008
Discover what it's like to fight as Third Generation SAF soldiers and find out how their new camouflage uniforms enhance their concealment and more at this exhibition on the theme 'At the cutting edge'. Organised by the Ministry of Defence and the Defence Science & Technology Agency.
Where: The Singapore Science Centre, The Annexe, Science Centre Road MRT: Jurong East When: Till Tue : 10am - 6pm Admission: Free Info: Visit www.mindef.gov.sg/defencetechx
ENERGY: PORTRAITS OF PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION IN SINGAPORE
See Singapore's energy landscape through pictures - from the towering vistas of industrial architecture to the insides of a massive gas turbine. This photo exhibition by The Straits Times photojournalist Alphonsus Chern is held by The Straits Times in collaboration with Singapore's Energy Market Authority for International Energy Week Singapore.
Where: National Library Building, Level 8, Promenade, 100 Victoria Street MRT: Bugis/City Hall When: Till Wed : 9am - 9pm Admission: Free Tel: 6332-3255
THE FOOD SAFARI & HOME ELECTRONICS FAIR
Indulge in a feast for all senses. Food consultant Violet Oon, the Vice-President of the Singapore Chef Association Randy Chow and Sunday Times food writers Wong Ah Yoke, Tan Hsueh Yun, Teo Pau Lin and Tng Lay Teen, will guide you through an exciting gourmet journey at The Food Safari - where you can eat, drink, shop and attend Foodies' Workshops. This is the first lifestyle exhibition by SPH subsidiary, Sphere Exhibits Pte Ltd. The Sunday Times is its official newspaper.
Where: Suntec Singapore, Halls 402 - 404, MRT: City Hall When: Fri to Sun : 11am - 10pm Admission: Free Info: From 11pm to 7pm on Fri sign up for The Sunday Times Foodies' 18 food and beverage workshops ($5 each) where you can learn about wine pairing, gourmet food preparation at home, cheese tasting, investing in fine wine and more, You can also visit a home electronics section showcasing the latest models and sniff out exciting deals from as low as $5, Visit www.thefoodsafari.com.sg
Sports
BARCLAYS SINGAPORE OPEN
Catch some of the world's top golfers, including the best in Asia including Ernie Els, Adam Scott, K.J. Choi and Phil Mickelson, tee off at the Barclays Singapore Open to compete for the prize purse of US$5 million.
Where: Sentosa Golf Club, Serapong Course, Sentosa MRT: HarbourFront When: Thu - Nov 16: gates open at 7am Admission: Pay $80 for a four-day pass, including island entry, minus vehicle entry fee into Sentosa by Tue , $20 daily price a day for Thu & Fri , $50 a day on Sat & Sun (pay extra for entry fees into the island) Tel: 6828-2688 Info: For daily tickets you have to buy them at the Sentosa Golf Club's Tournament Ticketing Booth from Wed to Nov 16. The seasonal four-day pass are available for sale pre-tournament at Harry's outlets and Sentosa Golf Club, Visit www.barclayssingaporeopen.com
Theatre
THE TOOTH FAIRY
What happens with your tooth after the Tooth Fairy collects it? Find out at this fun-filled musical featuring uplifting songs and dance routines and colourful sets and costumes. Performed by The Little Company, a subidiary of the Singapore Repertory Theatre.
Where: DBS Arts Centre, Merbau Road, Robertson Quay MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till Dec 14: 10 & 11am, 2, 5 & 7pm Admission: $25 (weekdays), $31 (weekends) Tel: 6348-5555
THE WIZARD OF OZ
Follow the yellow brick road. Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion as they journey to Oz in this I Theatre production adapted from the famous Judy Garland movie with famous tunes such as Over The Rainbow and Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead. Stars Mariel Reyes, Timothy Nga, Robert Jenkin and Gene Sha Rudyn.
Where: Drama Centre Theatre, 200 Victoria Street MRT: Bugis/City Hall When: Till Sat , various times Admission: $31 - $61 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: www.sistic.com.sg
AVENUE Q - THE MUSICAL
It's Sesame Street with a grown-up twist. One of the hottest shows in London's West End and Broadway and winner of the Best Musical 2004 Tony Award, Avenue Q takes you on a fun-filled romp with an ensemble of actors and some very adult-minded puppets belting out hilarious songs such as I'm Not Wearing Underwear Today. Presented by the Singapore Repertory Theatre.
Where: Esplanade Theatre MRT: City Hall When: Till Sun , 8pm Admission: $43- $143 Tel: 6348-5555
Web
THE STAR BLOGGERS
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