Here’s hoping this week will be less depressing than the last, thanks to a half dozen dance parties, an all-woman photography exhibition and film series (coz gurls still rule the world), a celebration of Latin American film (down with walls!), a tour through the queer art history of Southeast Asia and lots more.
Monday, Nov 14
Women in Photography. Photo credit: Heba Khalifa
DRINK
The new Real Food at the trendy South Beach is having a workshop on how to make your own probiotic drink such as kombucha and water kefir. Get creative with the flavors and you can start brewing your own bottles at home. Nov 14
EXHIBITION
Objectifs Women in Photography exhibition will see the works by 16 women photographers who’ll be displaying compelling visual narratives that chronicle daily struggles, observations, and the universal theme of humanity and empathy. Through Nov 20
FILM
The French Film Festival organized by the Institut Français Singapour and the French Embassy is back with 20 French films. Through Nov 20
EXHIBITION
Learn more about the destinations that have made it to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list, which includes the Singapore Botanic Gardens, at the Exploring our World’s Heritage Exhibition. Take a trip around the world the exhibition brings you to nine countries in the span of a day. Through Nov 20
Tuesday, Nov 15
Women in Film, “The Babushkas of Chernobyl by Holly Morris & Anne Bogard”
COMEDY
Kumar will be humoring us at the Canvas Club with his personal life experiences and his view on local politics as well. You might not agree with him, but you will break into fits of laughter. Nov 15
CONCERT
Held at the Victoria Theatre, All Things Bright and Beautiful is a collaboration between Singapore Symphony Children’s Choir and the Singapore National Youth Orchestra where they will be showcasing a night of mellifluous tunes. Nov 15
EXHIBITION
Avengers fans, hold on to your hearts. The Science Centre’s Marvel’s AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. exhibition is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia, the interactive sensory exhibition will enlist you as a recruit at The Avengers headquarters, and send you on a behind-the-scenes journey about all your favorite characters, like Captain America, Iron Man, The Hulk, Black Widow, and Ant-Man. Through Mar 5 2017
FILM
Objectifs will also be holding a bunch of screenings at the Women in Film showcase, which will follow the same thread of the photography exhibition. This showcase will highlight the journey of renowned film editor, Mary Stephen, along with a mix of feature and short films by other women filmmakers like Please Remember Me by Zhao Qing and Wild Women – Gentle Beasts by Anka Schmid. Through Nov 17
Wednesday, Nov 16
DANCE
Salsa Under The Stars is a monthly affair that happens at Kult Kafe, but this edition will possiblty be the last one for this year before it goes on a possible hiatus. Just like its past events, you can expect the resident DJs to spin feisty salsa, reggaeton and cha cha tracks. Cheryl Wu, who recently launched her very own dance studio, will be conducting a 45-minute bachata workshop. Nov 16
FILM
The German Film Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with a selection of heavy films that portray the struggle of its individuals. There are 26 new fiction and animated films and documentaries, along with a six-title retrospective on German fantasy films. Full line-up here. Through Nov 13
FESTIVAL
The Singapore Biennale is back after three years. This fifth edition of the contemporary art exhibition, titled “Atlas of Mirrors”, will showcase 58 different artwork presentations from 60 artists (10 of which are Singaporean) and three art collectives who were shortlisted based on their past work and art practices by creative director Susie Lingham and a team of curators. Through Feb 26, 2017
EXHIBITION
Calling all Harry Potter fans—besides the relatively new Cursed Child book and Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them film to look forward to, you can now complete your fandom with a bunch of Harry Potter stamps, prop replicas, toys and other memorabilia from private collectors all around the world that’ll be on display at the Singapore Philatelic Museum. Through Jun 30, 2017
Thursday, Nov 17
The Way He Looks (Photo credit: Keppel Latin American Film Festival)
PARTY
Fancy a hip-hop night? Trilla at Cato is where DJ Justo and DJ Ollie’des will be dishing out old and new school hip-hop tunes, as part of nightlife collective Please Don’t Tell’s second anniversary. Nov 17
FASHION
Indian couture designer Pankaj & Nidhi and designer fashion jewelry by ISHARYA is having a trunk show at the Four Seasons Hotel. Holiday season is just around the corner, so its time to up your wardrobe game by snagging yourself some gorgeous Indian fashion pieces. Nov 17
THEATRE
Brought you by A.D.I Concept, 4S – Stories After Bedtime is a spine-chilling play that dabbles in Malay folktales, myths and legends. Expect four mini stories that will involve the resurrection of unearthly beings and needle charms. Nov 17-19
FILM
The fourth edition of the Keppel Latin American Film Festival (KLAFF) will take place at Golden Village Suntec City. The festival is hosted by the Resident Embassies in Singapore of Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Chile, Cuba, Mexico, Panama, Venezuela and Uruguay, so expect a plethora of movies such as the highest grossing horror film in Venezuela, The House At The End of Time. Nov 17-20
FOOD
Christmas comes early this year as 12 restaurants team up for the largest edition of Savour to serve over 30 dishes at $6 and $12. They will launching the inaugural Christmas Food Market, which will feature food items from all over the world, including a wide variety of turkey, London roast duck, Iberico suckling pig and more. Nov 17-20
Friday, Nov 18
Affordable Art Fair
CONCERT
Hailing from Scotland, Be Charlotte will be making her first appearance in Singapore as part of her first Asian tour, with her recent single, “Machines that Breathe” which went viral on Spotify. Get ready for her melodious tuns, with a little rap and beatboxing thrown in. Nov 18
PARTY
Revelers, it’s Friday and that means Leftbank at CATO. Known to bring in local and international DJs, this week, Haan from Singapore and Mei Ling Young from Hong Kong will be helming the deck and spinning techno tracks. Nov 18
PARTY
Part of Kilo Lounge’s series, A Series of Intentions, DJ W!LD and Jeck Hyde from France and Oliver Osborne from the UK will be spinning a slew of house tracks. The location of the party is a secret and will only be revealed on the day of the event. Nov 18
ART
Part of The School of Uncommon Knowledge, where it aims to provide information on topics that are not taught in school, Ng Yi-Sheng will take you on a tour of Southeast Asia’s queer art history. Walking you through the National Gallery, he will unveil hidden tales of love, loss, oppression and the struggles of the queer community in Asia. Nov 18
ART
The Affordable Art Fair returns to the masses at F1 Pit Building with it seventh autumn edition. Featuring hundreds of contemporary art works priced between $100-15,000 from galleries around the world, there will also be talks for art enthusiasts. Nov 18-20
FOOD
Come with empty stomachs as Asia Pacific Food Expo 2016 is back. Expect local delights with a twist such as the unique durian bak kwa, alongside international food such as waffles from Belgium and other snacks and goodies as well. Nov 18-21
