Monday's top pick

VICTOR/VICTORIA

Pop singer Laura Fygi plays Victoria Grant, who arrives in Paris to fulfil her singing dreams. She pretends to be Count Victor Grezinski, a female impersonator, in order to get a leg up in the showbiz scene. Things get complicated when a Chicago gangster falls in love with 'her'. This Asian premiere of the Broadway classic is presented by Zebra Crossing Productions.

Where: Esplanade Theatre MRT: City Hall When: Mon - Nov 29, 8pm Admission: $39 - $163 Info: Go to www.sistic.com.sg

Art

AESTHETIC CONTRASTS OF ASIA

The artworks of Kirsty Furniss and Mathieu Augereau exist at the frontier between painting and graffiti, using the stencils and spray paint of street art with traditional mediums such as ink, graphite and oil.

Where: fill-your-walls gallery, 04-02, 21 Tanjong Pagar Road MRT: Tanjong Pagar When: Till Tue, 10am - 10pm daily Admission: Free Tel: 6222-1667

LOS PEREGRINOS (THE PILGRIMS)

Mexican-American artist Gremard Romero's paintings are redolent of classical allegory and subtle nuances of Mannerist portraits.

Where: Collectors Contemporary, 01-03, Petro Centre, 5 Jalan Kilang, off Jalan Bukit Merah MRT: Bukit Merah When: Till Thu, 11am - 7pm (daily), closed on Sun & Mon Admission: Free Where: Club 21 Gallery, Four Seasons Hotel, 190 Orchard Boulevard MRT: Orchard When: Till Thu, 11am - 7pm (Mon - Sat), 11am - 6pm (Sun) Admission: Free Tel: 6878-0103 Info: www.collectors.com.sg

RE.TURN: WORKS BY FRANKLIN CHOW

Swiss-Chinese artist Franklin Chow is a descendant of Qiu Ying, one of the four Great Masters of Ming painting. This exhibition features paintings and mixed media installations, exploring the integration of Eastern and Western philosophies

Where: ION Art Gallery, Level 4, ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn MRT: Orchard When: Till Sun , 10am - 10pm Admission: Free Tel: 6238-8228

THE CHINOY CONNECTION

A group of young contemporary Filipino artists work around the theme of Chinoy, which refers to Filipinos of mixed Chinese and indigenous Filipino descent. Part of the Philippines Art Trek.

Where: Utterly Art Gallery, 229A Pagoda Street MRT: Chinatown When: Till Sun , noon - 8pm (Mon - Sat), noon - 5.30pm (Sun) Admission: Free Tel: 6226-2605

UNBOUND - VOICES OF THE UNKNOWN ARTISTS

A showcase of the works of seven artists from different walks of life. The themes range from the real world and emotions, to the surreal and imaginery realm.

Where: Black Earth Art Museum, 352 Joo Chiat Road MRT: Paya Lebar/Eunos When: Till Sun, noon - 9pm Admission: Free Info: E-mail lingtze@slothstudio.com.sg

ABSTRACTION & IMPRESSION

Chinese artists Wang Ye Han, Qin Feng Ling and Ma Tse Lin offer different messages and perspectives with spiritual and political themes.

Where: Opera Gallery, Ion Orchard, 03 - 05, 2 Orchard Turn MRT: Orchard When: Till Nov 21, 11am - 8pm (Mon - Fri), 10am - 8pm (Sat & Sun) Admission: Free Tel: 6735-2618

RUSSEL WONG: A DIFFERENT JOURNEY

Russel Wong, who is known for his portraits of celebrities, features his lesser known works of landscapes and nature.

Where: Valentine Willie Fine Art, ARTSPACE @ Helutrans, Tanjong Pagar Distripark, 02-04, 39 Keppel Road MRT: HarbourFront When: Till Nov 29, 11am - 7pm (Tue - Sat), 11am - 3pm (Sun), closed on Mon & public holidays Admission: Free Tel: 8133-1760 Info: www.vwfa.net

FOREVER AND EVER AND EVER

A showcase of new works by young artists from the Philippines, such as Constantino Zicarelli, Dex Fernandez, John Torres and Maria Jeona. Part of the Philippines Art Trek.

Where: Valentine Willie Fine Art's ARTSPACE @ Helutrans, Tanjong Pagar Distripark, 02-04, 39 Keppel Road MRT: HarbourFront When: Till Nov 29, 11am - 7pm (Tue - Sat), 11am - 3pm (Sun), closed on Mon & public holidays Admission: Free Tel: 8133-1760 Info: www.vwfa.net

Audition

SINGAPORE SYMPHONY CHILDREN'S CHOIR AUDITIONS

Auditions will be held for children aged nine to 14 who wish to join the Singapore Symphony Children's Choir. They should prepare to perform a short song of no more than four minutes in any language or genre. Listening ability will also be tested.

Where: Victoria Concert Hall, Ground Floor, Empress Place MRT: Raffles Place When: Tue, 7pm Admission: $20 audition fee Tel: 6334-7237 Info: To register, e-mail choral@sso.org.sg

Charity

PEACE OF ART (A CIRCLE PAINTING ART JAM)

Children and mothers are invited to can take part in an art jam with sculptor Sun Yu-Li. The painting will be auctioned and the proceeds donated to the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

Where: Mount Emily, 11 Upper Wilkie Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Tue - Thu, 10.30am - 5.30pm Admission: Free Tel: 9640-6191

APRONDISIAC

Buy an Aprondisiac apron created by local designer Keith Png for $40 and all proceeds will go to the Singapore Breast Cancer Foundation.

Where: Hide & Seek, 22B/C Hong Kong Street MRT: Chinatown When: Till Tue , usual store hours Where: Coriander Leaf, 02-03, 3A Merchant Court, River Valley Road MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till Tue , usual opening hours Admission: Free Info: www.set-asia.com

Class

SECRETS OF A SUPER MEMORY - EFFECTIVE TECHNIQUES TO DEVELOP A SUPER MEMORY

Learn techniques to boost your memory at this workshop by Eran Katz, a Guinness World Records holder. Organised by ST701, the-marketplace of Singapore Press Holdings.

Where: SPH News Centre, 1000 Toa Payoh North MRT: Braddell When: Nov 30, 9am - 5.30pm Admission: $259 - $489 Tel: 6319-5923 Info: E-mail st701@sph.com.sg

Contest

SHARED MOMENTS AT SUSHI TEI

Take a photo at any Sushi Tei restaurant capturing the special moments shared among friends, family and loved ones. You might win $500 worth of Sushi Tei dining vouchers and a Fujifilm Z33 waterproof digital camera.

Info: E-mail your entries to sharedmoments@sushitei.com with the subject header 'Shared Moments at Sushi Tei - Photo Competition'. Closing date: Nov 23. Entries must include your name, NRIC/passport number, contact details and mailing address.

Encore!

DUCK AND DIVE! - THE UGLY DUCKLING & THE FROG PRINCE (GERMANY/DENMARK/ ENGLAND)

The Ugly Duckling and The Frog Prince star in this musical in a quest for acceptance and security. Script and lyrics by Brian Seward.

Where: Drama Centre Theatre, National Library Building, 100 Victoria Street MRT: City Hall/Bugis When: Till Nov 21, various times Admission: $41 - $55 Tel: 6348-5555 Info: www.itheatre.org

Gig

ARTS JAM @ IJ! (HOME-COMMING EVENT OF THE YEAR)

Former IJ Girls such as singers Michaela Therese and Faridah Ali and dancer Daphne Huang perform at this event celebrating CHIJ's 155th anniversary together with the CHIJ Performing Arts CCA groups.

Where: CHIJ Secondary, 626 Toa Payoh Lorong 1 MRT: Toa Payoh/Braddell When: Sat, 10am - 4pm Admission: $10 (adult), $5 (student) Tel: 9677-3529 Info: Get tickets from www.chijalumni.org or mail the cheque to The CHIJ Alumni Association: 626 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, Singapore 319764

Reflections 2009

MUSE II - INFUSION

The Republic Polytechnic's hip-hop, Indian, Malay, modern and social dance groups perform at this event.

Where: The Republic Cultural centre, Theatre, republic Polytechnic MRT: Woodlands When: Wed , 8pm Admission: $10 Tel: 6510-3000

Roadshow

EXPLORE SINGAPORE

Learn about icons from Singapore's history, including Sir Stamford Raffles, samsui women, soldiers during World War II and coolies, at the National Heritage Board's roadshows at Downtown East and Marina Square.

Where: Marina Square MRT: City Hall When: Fri - Sun, usual mall opening hours Admission: Free Tel: 6527-3493 Info: www.museums.com.sg

Show

IMAGES_IN_BERLIN (1998- 2001)

German photographer Kai-Olaf Hesse documents and interprets the rebirth of Berlin.

Where: Goethe-Institute, Art Gallery, Winsland House II 05 -01, 163 Penang Road MRT: Dhoby Ghaut When: Till Nov 30, 9am - 6.30 (Mon - Fri), 1 - 6.30pm 9sat), close don Sun Admission: Free Tel: 6735-4555 Info: www.goethe.de/singapore

ROYAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY PHOTOGRAPHIC HIGHLIGHTS 1860 - 1953 EXHIBITION

The historical collection of the Royal Geographic Society is a portrait of the world as seen by some of the most notable explorers and travellers. The exhibition photographs are on sale at $330 each.

Where: National Geographic Store, VivoCity, 01-19, 1 Harbourfront Walk MRT: HarbourFront When: Till Nov 30, 10am - 10pm daily Admission: Free Info: www.rgs.org, www.ngsingaporestore.com

GUNTHER VON HAGENS' BODY WORLDS: THE ORIGINAL AND THE CYCLE OF LIFE

The world-famous display of corpses stripped of skin and arranged in life-like poses returns to Singapore. The exhibition this time features about 200 specimens, including human bodies and organs, and animals such as reindeer.

Where: The Annexe, Science Centre Singapore, 15 Science Centre Road MRT: Jurong East When: Till March 6, 10am - 6pm Admission: $21 (adults), $13 (children aged three - 16), including admission to the Science Centre Info: www.bodyworlds.com

Talk

KENYA HARA LECTURE: NOTHING, YET EVERYTHING

Spend a day learning from Muji's art director Kenya Hara, Japan's most respected thinker and prolific designer.

Where: Lasalle College of the Arts, The Singapore Airlines Theatre, MRT Bugis When: Thu, 9am Admission: $600 ($240 for full-time students) Tel: 6348-5555

Theatre

MAGIC FOR MAYA

A play set during World War II about Aunt Jenny, who entertains children with storytelling, play-acting and songs and dances. Written and directed by Sangeeta Nambiar, this play is presented by the Centre Stage School of the Arts, a drama school here.

Where: Centre Stage Studio, Block 15, Woking Road MRT: Buona Vista When: Fri , 7pm, Tomorrow & Sun , 5pm Admission: $25 (adult), $15 (child) Tel: 6732-7211 Info: Go to www.centre-stage.com

SOFAMAN

This 75-minute play highlights the interaction between three Singaporeans and three Russians. Two women become firm friends after their pregnancies but find they barely know one another. A Singaporean woman falls in love with a Russian and grapples with intercultural issues. Written by Haresh Sharma and directed by Alvin Tan and Tatiana Frolova, it is presented by The Necessary Stage (Singapore) and The KnAM Theatre (Russia).

Where: The Necessary Stage Black Box, B1-02, Marine Parade Community Building, Marine Parade Road MRT: Eunos When: Wed - Sat, 3 & 8pm Admission: $30 (concession, $25) Info: Go to www.necessary.org

THE JUNGLE BOOK

Join Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves, and his animal friends at this play, based on the original story by Rudyard Kipling. Meant for children aged four and above, it is adapted and directed by Michael Corbidge. Presented by the Singapore Repertory Theatre's Little Company.

Where: DBS ARTS Centre, 20 Merbau Road, Robertson Quay MRT: Clarke Quay When: Till Dec 13, various times Admission: $28 - $35 Tel: 6348-5555

Tour

EXTRA BLACK & WHITE HOUSES TOUR

Take a four-hour bus tour of colonial houses in Singapore in areas such as Goodwood Hill, Alexandra Park, Nassim Road and Bukit Timah. Coffee and cookies will be served.

Where: Meet at Dempsey Bus Park MRT: Orchard When: Next Mon, 9am Admission: $65 Tel: 6737-5250 Info: Send payment to Geraldene Lowe-Ismail at 27, Oxley Road, 06 -08, Orchard Court, Singapore 238621 as soon as possible

Web

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