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 […]
Neighborhood Sketches
Experience traditional Malay culture, from martial arts to songs of worship, in the contemporary format of street performances at the monthly Neighbourhood Sketches.
Phuture’s 19th Anniversary: Stay Gold
Party the weekend away at Phuture‘s 19th anniversary 2-day event. The first night will be anchored by Ghetto & Rough and local favorite ShiGGa Shay, with DROPit HARD, Matthew and Jun and DJ Nashd on the second night.
World Lit featuring Romain Puertolas
French author Romain Puertolas will share the inspirations behind his book, The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir Who Got Trapped in an Ikea Wardrobe (soon to be adapted into a movie), which is based on his experiences investigating illegal immigration as a border guard in France. Register for free here.
DSTLLRY
A Japanese bar and restaurant in the up-and-coming Infinite Studios compound with cocktail omakase.
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.
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.
Songwriters Night
This new monthly music affair involves both established and upcoming singer-songwriters taking to the stage. Organized by SG Muso, each session will feature one main act and emerging artists can show off their chops in the open mic segment.
The Material of Time
Singapore-based Indian artist Nandita Mukand's debut solo exhibition looks to nature and the effect it has on objects for her artworks.