The U Symposium 2015: Magazine Contemporary
A design, media and culture conference, The U Symposium was created by local independent magazine Underscore. It kicks off its inaugural event with a publication-focused theme—Magazine Contemporary. They’ve invited editors-in-chief and creative directors from popular indie magazines across the globe to speak at this two-day conference. Expect to gain insights into how these editors curate […]
World Lit featuring Dana Thomas
Fashion and culture journalist Dana Thomas will discuss stories from her book Gods and Kings, which explores the changes in the couture and fashion industries since the ’80s and details the rise of iconic fashion designers John Galliano and Alexander McQueen over three decades. Register for free here.
World Lit Workshop: Spoken Word Poetry with Kosal Khiev
Poet, tattoo artist and survivor of the US prison system Kosal Khiev will share his story through poetry and art. There will also be writing exercises for participants. Tickets are at $15 from Bytes.
Beerfest Asia 2015
The biggest beer festival is back with over 500 international beers and ciders (craft and commercial), food booths, live music by Blues Brothers and ABBA tribute bands, a comedy show and even a dedicated cider booth. There are also fringe activities like beer pong tournaments.
Mitzo
A modern Cantonese restaurant and bar serving reinvented classics and Chinese-inspired cocktails.
Lepark Sessions
The people who brought you Getai Electronica are back with yet another rooftop event. This time, you’ll see homegrown bands recording their tracks on what’s turning into our island’s hippest rooftop.
Fresh Takes
This group show will feature 11 young Singaporean artists as they explore Singapore’s history and present their visual response to a chosen historic artwork or item from Singapore’s National Collection.
Unveiling Early Singapore by Choo Keng Kwang
Known for his paintings of early Singapore and symbolic animal paintings, pioneer artist Choo Keng Kwang is a highly-respected local artist. In this exhibition, he will be showcasing and selling his oil-painted artworks of early Singapore.
Pink Dot
The wholesome LGBT picnic is back, with more live performances, DJ sets, rousing speeches, pink outfits and lots of picnic baskets.
Battle for Singapore: Case Files from the Singapore War Crimes Tribunal Exhibition
This exhibition will present photographs, artefacts, court transcripts and video clips of significant incidents, atrocities and investigations during World War II.