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, jealousy, frustrations and aggression.
Where: Esplanade Theatre Studio MRT: City Hall When: Wed & Thu : 8pm Admission: $38 Tel: 6348-5555
Art
THE FUTURE OF IMAGINATION 5
A four-day event at Sculpture Square featuring 21 renowned internationed and local performance artists, including Lee Wen (Singapore), Helmut Lemke (Germany/Britain) and Fabian Montmartin (France). Includes workshops and a forum.
Where: Sculpture Square, 155 Middle Road MRT: Bugis When: Wed - Sat : from 7pm onwards Admission: Free Info: Call 6337-7535, or visit www.foi.sg
1571 CARAVAGGIO 1610
Bali-based Italian artist Filippo Sciascia showcases 12 oil paintings which are twists on the stunning masterpieces of 16th-century Italian artist Caravaggio.
Where: Valentine Willy Fine Art Singapore, HT Contemporary Space, Tanjong Pagar Distripark, 02-04 (enter by Passenger Lift 6), 39 Keppel Road MRT: HarbourFront When: Wed - Nov 30: 11am - 7pm (Tue - Sat), 11am - 3pm (Sun), closed on Mon & public holidays Admission: Free Info: Call 8133-1760, or visit www.vwfa.net/sg
KEANE'S ROUTE
It's fun-tastic. Nine-year-old artist Keane Chua Wei Yi's style is a fusion of fine art and graphic illustrations. He has bagged the Best Prize at The Annual Children's International Art Exchange Exhibition Korea 2007. 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
VIETNAM: THE HIDDEN CHARM
The concept of transition is at the heart of this exhibition, featuring more than 40 works by eight Vietnamese artists. They depict the transition between generations, between painting and photography and between the abstract and figurative. There will be autograph sessions for the Spring & Summer Catalogue from Tue to Thu.
Artist N. Manoharan, also the head of the Department of Painting at the Government College of Arts & Crafts in Chennai, India, captures the essence of the goat on canvas and paper at his first solo exhibition here.
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
An exhibition by internationally celebrated contemporary Australian artist Brook Andrew featuring works in 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
Class
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
Workshops for company executives who need to understand how to create and retain key accounts crucial to the success of their companies. Held at Singapore Press Holdings News Centre. One workshop titled Developing Top Producing Key Account Managers is conducted by trainer Virendra Shelar. Another, titled Developing Top Producing Key AccountManagers, is held by Rob Salisbury. Both trainers 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
ANIMAX - ANIME BLOG WORKSHOP WITH DANNY CHOO
Learn how to be a super blogger with tips from Danny Choo, an Internet celebrity and the son of renowned shoemaker Jimmy Choo. This exclusive anime blog workshop hosted by Animax! will run for a month from Dec 1 and contestants with the best blogs stand to win prizes such as a mini laptop, Sony Playstation Portable handheld game console and more.
Where: *scape Youth Centre, 113 Somerset Road MRT: Somerset When: Nov 19: 1.30 - 3.30pm (light refreshments will be served) Admission: Free Info: Register for the workshp by visiting Animax Asia's website at www.animax-asia.com/promotions/blog_workshop receive a confirmation 10 e-mail by Fri
Classical
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 Lan Shui. The concert also features soprano Brigitte Wohlfarth and baritone Liao Changyong.
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall MRT: City Hall When: Thu : 7.30pm Admission: $12 - $63 Tel: 6348-5555
Dance
GARDEN AFFAIRS 011 - 9 TEMPLE GRAFFITI
Spice up your evening with dancers from the Arts Fission Company and the string quartet Re:mix, who perform a short musical piece, Angkor Wat, in nine different versions.
Where: Garden Studio, Cairnhill Arts Centre, 01-07/09, 126 Cairnhill Road MRT: Newton When: Wed & Thu : 8.30pm Admission: Entry is by donation Info: Call 6238-6469, or visit www.artsfission.org
German Film Festival
PRUSSIAN GANGSTERS (NC16)
A coming of age tale set in Brandenburg, a small town in Germany. Directed by Irma Stelmach and Bartosz Werner. Warning: scenes of drug use. In German with English subtitles.
An award-winning film about a woman welder and crane operator at the Lenin Shipyards in Gdansk, who was fired without good reason, leading to a strike which spread to all Polish factories. It eventually led to the foundation of an independent labour union and finally the fall of the Berlin Wall. Directed by Volker Schlondorff. In German with English subtitles.
Barbadian R&B and pop sensation Rihanna is holding her first concert in Singapore. She has sold more than 12 million records worldwide. Presented by Midas Promotions.
SEKARAN II - GAMELAN IN THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
Enjoy classical, folk and contemporary gamelan music with dance, electronic art and mult-media elements. Showcasing the talents of Gamelan Asmaradana, the Republic Polytechnic Gamelan Ensemble, St Joseph's Institution, the Singapore American School and youths from the community.
Tuck into traditional Hokkien delicacies including Kim Men popiah, Amy Street dumplings, Fuzhou mee sua and Tan Hock Seng assorted pastries at this 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 traditional Hokkien 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
Kalaa Utsavaam
A MUSICAL VOYAGE
A surprising marriage of classical southern Indian and Western music, featuring the Madras String Quartet from India. 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
MUSE
A dance performance showcasing 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
REPLUG - AN ACOUSTIC NIGHT
Chill out to the soothing sounds of Replug, a group of talented singers and musicians, as they perform well-loved songs in their inimtable acoustic style.
Where: Republic Polytechnic, The Republic Cultural Centre, Studio, 9 Woodlands Avenue 9 MRT: Woodlands When: Thu ): 6pm Admission: Free Tel: 6365-0410
HOSSAN, LIVE!
Singapore Boy Hossan Leong will tickle your funny bone with his own brand of wit and a wide repertoire of songs.
Where: The Republic Cultural Centre, Theatre, Republic Polytechnic, 9 Woodlands Avenue 9 MRT: Woodlands When: Fri : 6pm Admission: $$21 & $33 Tel: 6338-5555 Info: www.sistic.com.sg
Show
ENERGY: PORTRAITS OF PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION IN SINGAPORE
A photo exhibition by The Straits Times photojournalist Alphonsus Chern exploring Singapore's energy landscape, from the towering vistas of industrial architecture to the insides of a massive gas turbine. 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, vice-president of the Singapore Chef Association Randy Chow and The 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. Eat, drink, shop and attend Foodies' Workshops. 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 gadgets and sniff out exciting deals from as low as $5. This is the first lifestyle exhibition by SPH subsidiary, Sphere Exhibits Pte Ltd. The Sunday Times is the official newspaper.
Where: Suntec Singapore, Halls 402 - 404, MRT: City Hall When: Fri to Sun : 11am - 10pm Admission: Free Info: Visit www.thefoodsafari.com.sg
Sports
BARCLAYS SINGAPORE OPEN
Catch some of the world's top golfers, such as Ernie Els, Adam Scott, K.J. Choi and Phil Mickelson, tee off at the Barclays Singapore Open, competing for the prize purse of US$5 million.
Where: Sentosa Golf Club, Serapong Course, Sentosa MRT: HarbourFront When: Thu - Sun : 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: Info: Buy daily tickets at the Sentosa Golf Club's Tournament Ticketing Booth from Wed to Nov 16. The seasonal four-day pass is available for sale at Harry's outlets and Sentosa Golf Club. Visit www.barclayssingaporeopen.com
Talk
MONEYSENSE: STRETCH YOUR DOLLAR
Trying to make ends meet? Learn to strech your dollar, curb execessive spending and increase your savings at this session by MAS Moneysense.
Where: Bukit Merah Public Library, Level 3, Bukit Merah MRT: Bukit Merah When: Wed : 1 - 1.30pm Admission: Free Info: Registration is required due to limited seats. Visit www.golibrary.nlb.gov.sg and surf on 'Other Happenings' to book a seat
Theatre
SOMETHING ELSE
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.
Where: Ulu Pandan Community Club Theatrette, 5th Floor, Ulu Pandan Community Club, 170 Ghim Moh Road MRT: Buona Vista When: Till Fri : 9.30 & 11am, 2 & 3.30pm, Sat : 11am & 5pm Admission: $21 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: www.theplayerstheatre.org
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
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
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