Alaric Tay (far left) and Yeo Yann Yann star in director Han Yew Kwang's latest movie, 18 Grams of Love. -- PHOTO: HAN YEW KWANG
SINGAPORE FLAMENCO FESTIVAL
Ole! Catch sizzling flamenco performances while savouring Spanish food and drinks.
Where: Chijmes lawn, Chijmes, Victoria Street MRT: City Hall When: Sat & Sun, 6pm till late Admission: $25 Info: You can join Sevillanas and rumba dance workshops during the festival. Visit www.flamencoasia.com and e-mail info@flamenciasia.com
Book
CAREER GUIDE 2009
A book packed with information, including salary benchmarks, job profiles and tips from experts. A collaboration between the Ministry of Education and Singapore Press Holdings.
Info: Available at major bookstores and newsstands at $6.80 a copy Tel: 6319-5917
SSO COFFEE-TABLE BOOK 'A SYMPHONY OF TASTE'
To raise funds, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra has launched a coffee-table book, A Symphony Of Taste, which comes with two CDs, eight Asian and Western menus and 32 new recipes inspired by SSO concerts.
Where: Books Kinokuniya, Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Ngee Ann City, Orchard Road MRT: Somerset/Orchard When: From Sun Info: The book cost $125 without GST. You can also buy the book from www.sso.org.sg
Charity
LIMITED-EDITION PENCILS FOR CHARITY
To help needy children buy assessment books, buy a limited-edition mechanical pencil at $10 each from the Timberland's stores. A Touch Community Services and Timberland charity project.
Where: Timberland outlets at The Centrepoint, 176 Orchard Road & other Timberland outlets here When: Till May 26 Admission: Free Tel: 6735-9050 (The Centrepoint)
Classical
CONSERVATORY ORCHESTRA SERIES: ROMANTIC FANTASY WORLDS
Under the baton of internationally-acclaimed music director Wang Ya-Hui, the Conservatory Orchestra will perform two Mendelssohn symphonic masterieces - his poetic and romantic Overture and Incidental Music to A Midsummer Night's Dream and Belioz's Symphonic Fantastique. Celebrating Mendelssohn's 200th birthday anniversary.
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall MRT: City Hall When: Sat, 7.30pm Admission: $16 Tel: 6348-5555
TOKYO METROPOLITAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (1167-2712)
Conducted by Kazuhiro Koizumi, the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5 and Grieg's Piano Concerto in A minor featuring soloist and award-winning Singapore pianist Lim Yan.
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall MRT: City Hall When: Sun, 7.30pm Admission: $16 - $80 Tel: 6348-5555
YOUTH AND BEAUTY
Enjoy Mendelssohn's Sinfonia No. 8 In D Major and Hadyn's Symphony No. 1 In D Major performed by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. China-born Austrian maestro Wang Jin will conduct.
Where: Victoria Concert Hall, Empress Place MRT: Raffles Place When: Sun, 5pm Admision: $11 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: Show your ticket at Victoria Cafe from 4 - 5pm and enjoy a free cup of coffee or tea and a slice of cake.
Contest
SPH-NAC GOLDEN POINT AWARD 2009
Write a short story or poem and stand to win $4,000 cash, a trophy and a $6,000 enrichment grant. Held in conjunction with the Singapore Writers Festival (Oct 24 - Nov 1). Singapore Press Holdings and SPH Foundation are sponsors of the festival.
Info: www.singaporewritersfestival.com, www.nac.gov.sg or www.theartshouse.com.sg, e-mail nac_gpa@nac.gov.sg. Closing date is May 29
Dance
ARTS FOR ALL: INTERNATONAL DANCE WEEK
Catch dance performances by local troupes at this event whick kicks off International Dance Week by the National Arts Council and WDA (Singapore).
Where: National Library, The Plaza, Victoria Street MRT: City Hall/Bugis When: Sat, from noon Admission: Free Tel: 6332-3255
RASA UNMASKED
This sensuous contemporary dance work explores the ancient theory of Navarasa that is the basis of much classical Indian theatre and dance. By Australia's Lingalayam Dance Company and Malaysia's Sutra Dance Theatre.
Where: Esplanade Theatre Studio MRT: City Hall When: Sun, 8pm Admission: $31 Tel: 6348-5555
Earth Day
GREENING THE EARTH
Get an Earth Day Pass to go On The Green Trail at the Singapore Zoo to learn about the environment and recycling.
Where: Singapore Zoo, Boat Dock 1/Polar Bear/Sumatran Orang Utan/ Rainforest Kidzworld, 80 Mandai Lake Road MRT: Choa Chua Kang/Yishun When: Sat & Sun, 10am - 4pm (On The Green Trail) Where: Shaw Foundation Amphitheatre, When, 11am - 1pm (Green Grooves) Where: Rainforest walk (outside Zooshop) When: noon - 3pm (Green Art Workshop - The Tree of Life Project) Where: Pavilion next to Orchid Garden, opposite Tram Stop 2 When: 11am - 3pm (Green Fingers Galore) Admission: $18 (adult), $9 (children aged three to 12) Info: www.zoo.com.sg
HBO SUPPORTS EARTH DAY - THE 11TH HOUR
Screening of a film commemorating Earth Day, narrated by Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio. You can also visit an exhibition and learn how to live an eco-friendly lifestyle. Earth Day is on Wednesday.
Children aged nine to 12 stand to win a Nintendo electronic game set when they take part in a competitive Feather Run in Jurong Bird Park.
Where: Jurong Bird Park, Jurong Hill Road MRT: Jurong East Sun, 8am Admission: Free entry to the Bird Park the whole day Info: Every participant will receive a Jurong Bird Park T-shirt, keychain and visor as well as free breakfast, ice cream and Milo drinks.Visit www.featherrun.com.sg
WOODLANDS CCC BAZAAR (BARTER TRADE WITH A TWIST)
Exchange your belongings for gifts and shopping vouchers. The items will be re-sold in aid of needy residents in Woodlands. MediaCorp artistes Ben Yeo and Quan Yifeng will host the proceedings.
Where: Causeway Point Atrium MRT: Woodlands MRT: Woodlands When: Sun, 10.30am - 10.30pm Admission: Free Tel: 6894-2237 Info: Woodlands grassroot leaders will help the public to sew and convert their unwanted clothes into a bag.
BOOK BAZAAR BY SALVATION ARMY (BARTER TRADE WITH A TWIST)
The Salvation Army is holding a book bazaar at Compass Point in aid of the needy. MediaCorp artistes Kym Ng and Bryan Wong host.
British Writer-director Guy Ritchie takes you on a dangerous ride into high crime and low life in contemporary London.
Where: Screening Room, 12 Ann Siang Road MRT: Outram/Tanjong Pagar When: Till Sat, 9.15pm Admission: $20 nett (movie) (pay an extra $65 for a three-course English meal) Tel: 6221-1694 Info: www.screening room.com.sg
SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL FILM FEST
Enjoy more than 200 films from 45 countries, including a tribute to Israeli film-maker Amos Gitai and a focus on groundbreaking Asian cinema.
Where: Various venues When: Till April 25, various times Admission: $10.50 (pay $21 for Milk, the closing film) Tel: 6348-5555 Info: www.filmfest.org.sg
Fair
THE ULTIMATE MID-YEAR TRAVEL SALE
Besides value-for-money deals, you can sign up for tours led by MediaCorp artistes Chen Han Wei, Bryan Wong, Tay Ping Hui and Terence Cao, who play tour guides in the Channel 8 programme My Star Guide.
Where: Suntec City Mall, Galleria Foyer MRT: City Hall When: Sat & Sun , 11am - 9pm Admission: Free Info: www.chanbrothers.com
Film fest
THE CONVERT/MUALLAF & NISSA (WOMEN) (NC16)
A Thai film by Panu Aree, Kaweenipon Ketprasit and Kong Rithdee about a Thai woman who converts to Islam after falling in love with a Muslim. It's followed by Nissa, a Spanish documentary by Benet Roman about Moroccan women's relationships with Islam, the government and their families.
Where: The Substation Theatre, Armenian Street MRT: City Hall When: Sat , 7.15pm Admission: $10.50 (Tickets are selling fast) Tel: 6348-5555
MONEY NO ENOUGH 2 (PG)
No money for movies? No worries, just catch this free screening of Jack Neo's movie about three brothers who go through bad times.
Where: National Museum of Singapore, Under the Bnayan Tree, Stamford Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Sat , 8pm Admission: Free Tel: 6738-7567 Info: www.filmfest.org.sg
18 GRAMS OF LOVE (PG)
An award-winning movie by Han Yew Kwang about two long-time friends who suspect their wives are cheating on them and decide to test them by writing them anonymous love letters.
Where: Sinema Old School, B1-12, 11B Mount Sophia MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Sat, 11.30am Admission: Free Tel: 6738-7567 Info: www.filmfest.org.sg
IN CONVERSATION WITH ULI M. SCHUEPPEL - THE EMOTIONAL GEOGRAPHY OF BERLIN SONG AND OTHER MOVIES
German film-maker Uli M. Schueppel discusses his approach to film-making with clips from his films, including Off Ways (2009), a documentary about cult German band Einstuerzende Neubauten and Berlin Song (2008), which is on the film festival line-up.
Where: Goethe-Institut, 05-01, Winsland House II, 163 Penang Road MRT: Somerset When: Sat, 11.30am Admission: Free Info: E-mail ticketing@filmfest.org.sg with your name and contact information
ONE DAY YOU WILL UNDERSTAND
The burden of a terrible history weighs upon a French family. French screen icon Jeanne Moreau stars in this film about a man obsessed with the fate of his grandparents and parents during World War II. Part of the Amos Gitai Retrospective.
Where: National Museum of Singapore Cinematheque, Stamford Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Sat, 4.30pm Admission: $10.50 Tel: 6238-5555 Info: www.filmfest.org.sg
DEAN SPANLEY
Featuring a career-capping performance by Peter O'Toole, this New Zealand and British film by Toa Fraser is a comedic tale of canine reincarnation, exploring the relationships between father and son and master and dog. Part of the New Zealand Film Festival and Singapore International Film Festival.
Israeli film-maker Amos Gitai uses the road movie genre to contemplate the ways that nations and people shut themselves up with borders and territories. Stars Natalie Portman. Part of the Amos Gitai Retrospective.
Where: National Museum of Singapore Cinematheque, Stamford Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Sun, 9.15pm Admission: $10.50 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: www.filmfest.org.sg
DISENGAGEMENT
Emotional and physical boundaries are transgressed in the build-up to the 2005 disengagement of the settlers in Gaza. The cast includes Juliette Binoche and Jeanne Moreau. Part of the Amos Gitai Retrospective.
The award-winning Israeli film-maker shares his experiences and talks about his craft. This session is part of the Amos Gitai Retrospective.
Where: Guinness Theatre, The Substaton, Armenian Street MRT: City Hall When: Sun, 1.30pm Admission: Free Info: E-mail ticketing@filmfest.org.sg with your name and contact information
THE BOAT HOUSE (PG) & THE KING OF THE WHITE ELEPHANT (PG)
The Boat House is a Thai film about three best friends who fall for the same girl, and The King Of The White Elephant is based on a historical Thai novel about a king who fought for his people's freedom. Both films are directed by Thailand's HRH Prince Panupanyugala and co-director Neramit. Part of Tribute: 25 Years Of National Film Archive Of Thailand.
Where: National Museum of Singapore, Gallery Theatre 93 Stamford Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Sun, 2pm (The Boat House: Ruen-Pae), 4.30pm (The King Of The White Elephant) Admission: $10.50 Tel: 6332-3659 (inquiries) 6348-5555 (tickets) Info: www.filmfest.org.sg & www.nationalmuseum.sg
AGRARIAN UTOPIA (PG)
How can people dream of utopia when they are hungry? This film by Uruphong Raksasad of Thailand is about two families who stand to lose their lands.
Get a free scoop of ice cream at seven selected Ben & Jerry's outlets around the island on Tuesday on the ice-cream chain's Free Cone Day.
Where: Seven selected Ben & Jerry's shops at Great World City, 02-40A, Kim Seng Boulevard MRT: Orchard, Raffles City shopping centre, B1-80 MRT: City Hall, The Cathay, 02-12, Handy Lane MRT: Dhoby Ghaut, United Square, 02-K1, Thomson Road MRT: Novena, VivoCity 02 -135/136 MRT: HarbourFront Jurong Bird Park, 2 Jurong Hill MRT: Boon Lay Singapore Zoo, 80 Mandai Lake Road MRT: Yishun/Choa Chu Kang When: Tue, noon - 8pm Tel: 6309-3888 Info: You can pick from five flavours - Chocolate, Coffee Coffee Buzz Buzz Buzz, Vanilla, Chocolate Macadamia and Chocolate Fudge Brownie.
Gig
SPH GIFT OF MUSIC AT PARAGON
Enjoy jazz standards by the 15-member Singapore Jazz Orchestra at this free performance at Paragon Shopping Centre on Sunday. Part of Singapore Press Holdings' 25th anniversary celebrations.
Enjoy easy-listening ballads, a bluesy-folk repertoire and sultry jazz at free performances featuring three Indonesian acts - folk duo Endah 'n' Rhesa, indie pop band Cost Street Corner and jazz singer Bonita.
Guest artistes such as local girl Stefanie Sun, Taiwan's Show Luo and Jolin Tsai and Hong Kong's Daniel Chan join brothers Peter and Paul Lee at their concert.
Hong Kong's reigning Queen of Pop performs at her first time gig here as part of her Starlight Joey Yung Live World tour.
Where: The MAX Pavilion @ Singapore Expo MRT: Expo When: Sat, 7.30pm Admission: $71 - $151 Tel: 6348-5555
WELCOME TO MY WORLD '09
A concert by people with disabilities from 12 music and dance groups, including the Metta School Chinese Orchestra, Metta School Angklung Ensemble and the Azariah Tan Piano Recital. The guest-of-honour is Professor Tommy Koh. By VSA Singapore.
Where: Victoria Theatre, Empress Place MRT: Empress Place When: Sun 5pm Admission: $11 & $21 Tel: 6332-6919
FIRST OUTDOOR BHANGRA CONCERT FEATURING BRITAIN'S FINEST MANAK-E
Party with British Bhangra star Manak-E. The concert is part of a carnival to celebrate the Sikh festival of Vesakhi.
Where: Singapore Khalsa Association, Tessensohn Road, near Balestier Road MRT: Farrer Park When: Sun, 7pm till late Admission: $5 Tel: 9385-2669
Museum
KANGXI EMPEROR EXHIBITION
View 80 rare treasures from the Palace Museum in Beijing, showcased for the first time in South-east Asia. The artefacts range from imperial robes to furnishings.
Where: Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Place MRT: Raffles Place When: Till June 14 , 1 - 7pm (Mon), 9am - 7pm (Tue - Sun), till 9pm on Fri Admission: $8 (adults), $4 (students aged seven & above & senior citizens aged 60 & above). Free for senior citizens on Mon Tel: 6332-3284
Secretaries' Week
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS PROMOTION
Show your appreciation for your secretaries with a treat at The Best of Asia buffet at Plaza Brasseries at Parkroyal On Beach Road. Secretaries will receive a door gift (Si Chuan Dou Hou dining vouchers or St Gregory treatment vouchers).
Where: Plaza Brasseries, Parkroyal On Beach Road, Beach Road MRT: Bugis When: Till April 30, noon - 2.30pm (lunch), 6 - 10pm (dinner) Admission: $33.80 (lunch), $38 (dinner: Mon - Thu), $39.80 (Fri - Sun) Tel: 6505-5710
WIN A TRIP FOR TWO TO HONG KONG
Lunch at Oscar's outlet and Golden Peony Restaurant during Secretaries' Week comes with the chance to win a trip for two to Hong Kong with two nights' weekend stay at Conrad Hong Kong.
Where: Conrad Centennial Singapore, Two Temasek Boulevard MRT: City Hall When: Sun - April 25, noon - 2pm (Oscar's buffet lunch), 11.30am - 2.30pm (lunch at Golden Peony from Mon - Sat), lunch at Golden Peony from 10.30am - 2.30pm (Sun), Admission: $48.50 each (Oscar's Set Lunch) Admission: $68 & $88 each (Golden Peony set lunch) Tel: 6432-7481 (Oscar's), 6432-7482 (Golden Peony)
Sports
THE WORLD GAMES 2009 KAOHSIUNG EXHIBITION GAMES
This pool contest is a promotional event for the World Games 2009 Kaohsiung, Taiwan from July 16 to 26, when 5,000 athletes from 100 countries compete against one another in Taiwan.
Where: Raffles City shopping centre, Level 3 MRT: City Hall When: Sun, 12.15pm Admission: Free Info: www.worldgames2009.tw
Talk
ST701 PROPERTY SEMINAR
If you are thinking of buying a property, check out this seminar. You can learn about financial planning when buying a Housing Board flat, using the CPF and property contracts. Organised by ST701.com, the e-marketplace of Cats Classified, Singapore Press Holdings.
Where: HDB Auditorium, 480 Toa Payoh Lorong 6 MRT: Toa Payoh When: Sat , 10am - 5pm Admission: $35 (ST701 member) & $45 (non-member) Tel: 6319-8636 (office hours)
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT FOR LEADERS
Leaders of companies can learn how to stay ahead during these difficult times by improving their staff's attitude. The trainer is Kevin Ryan, who has worked with some of the largest recruitment firms in Australia.
Where: SPH Auditorium, 1000 Toa Payoh North MRT: Braddell When: April 29, 9am - 5pm Admission: $389 with GST (ST701 member) & $459 with GST (non-member) Tel: 6319-5917 (office hours) Info: Visit jobs.st701.com (payment by credit card only) or e-mail st701@sph.com.sg to register and for information
Theatre
HERO
What happens when two karaoke hostesses are held hostage by an alcoholic regular customer? A production by Panggung Arts Singapore, in English and Malay with English surtitles.
Where: Esplanade Theatre Studio MRT: City Hall When: Till Sat, 8pm Admission: $31 Tel: 6348-5555
MEMBERS ONLY
A comedy by Fabrice Roger-Lacan about two men who are lifelong friends and partners in an architecture firm. They embark on an absurd, thought-provoking argument. Starring Daniel Jenkins and Lim Yu-Beng, this Sing'Theatre production directed by Tracie Pang is meant for those aged 16 and above due to mature content.
Where: DBS Arts Centre, 20 Merbau Road MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till April 25 Admission: $43 - $58 Tel: 6348-5555
REVOLUTION-PER-MINUTE (RPM)
This experimental performance-cum-sound installation is centred on an accident witnessed by a passer-by. By TheatreWorks' associate director Choy Ka Fai, it features Japanese contemporary dance company Contact Gonzo.
Where: TheatreWorks, 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Road
MRT: Clarke Quay When: Thu - next Sat, 8pm nightly, also 3pm next Sat Admission: $28 Tel: 6737-7213 Info: E-mail tworks@singnet.com.sg
CATS
Don't miss this international production of the famous musical, starring Delia Hannah, which has won seven Tony Awards and two Olivier Awards. It's the longest-running musical in London's West End. Produced by Lunchbox Theatrical Productions and David Atkins Enterprises in association with The Really Useful Group.Where: Esplanade Theatre MRT: City Hall When: Till May 3, 8pm (Tue - Sat), also 2pm on Sat, 2 & 7pm (Sun) Admission: $43 - $173 Tel: 6348-5555
Info: www.lunchbox-productions.com
IF THERE'RE SEASONS...
Written by award-winning Hong Kong playwright Raymond To, this Chinese musical is about love beyond death, friendships that go the distance and dreams that find their way home. Directed by Kuo Jian Hong, this Chinese musical by The Theatre Practice stars George Chan and Joanna Dong. In Mandarin with English surtitles.
Where: Drama Centre Theatre, National Library Building, Victoria Street MRT: Bugis/City Hall When: Till May 10, 2.30 & 8pm Admission: $21 - $78 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: Take note that there is some mature content. www.ttp.org.sg
Web
BRUSH UP YOUR ENGLISH
Fine-tune your language skills with English As It Is Broken!
Savour this international gastronomic extravaganza showcasing renowned chefs such as David Rocco, the celebrity chef from the Discovery Travel & Living series David Rocco's Dolce Vita and more.
Where: Various venues When: Sun - May 2: Various times Admission: Varying prices Tel: 6270-1254
Info: www.worldgourmetsummit.com
Youth
CAN! DISCOVER
Celebrate diverse cultures and the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games with live performances, fun-filled games and cultural activities.
Where: *scape Youth Park, corner of Grange Road and Somerset Road MRT: Somerset/Orchard When: Sat, 2 - 7pm Admission: Free Info: www.singapore2010.sg/can
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