What do you do if you’re a professional equestrian rider, but to safely train on horses, you had to fly thousands of miles alone during a pandemic? This was 15-year-old Annabelle Rehn’s conundrum when the coronavirus outbreak in early 2020 affected countries everywhere. Like most sports, the equestrian world also took a hit and measures…

Singapore Art Week returns for a ninth edition from 22 January 2021, taking on a new hybrid format across both physical and digital platforms this year. Under a fitting theme of “Art Takes Over”, this edition takes place at the usual art and cultural institutions such as National Gallery Singapore and arts spaces within Gillman…

It feels like January flew right by, but the month isn’t over yet! On this last weekend before February greets us, there are some exciting events around the island for those looking for a good time. 1. STAR WARS™ Identities: The Exhibition The Force comes to our sunny island in an epic exhibition by ArtScience…

Beyond the world of literature, my experience with the arts has been fleeting. But not from lack of trying – I have gone to many a festival or event of fine arts yet found myself standing awkwardly in a room of paintings, sculptures or designs. My encounters with art installations or exhibitions often leave me…

The Light to Night festival is one of the highlights of Singapore Art Week (SAW) ever year, and this year it returns to the Civic District with a first-ever hybrid edition. Themed “______-in-Progress”, this marquee event takes festival-goers on innovative art experiences, both online and offline, in the hope of inspiring them to forge deeper…

The opening of Phase 3 at the end of 2020 meant that — you know those three friends who had to sit at a separate table? — now you can invite them over and have a party of eight! Keeping in line with safe distancing measures of course, here’s your chance to explore with your…

Chinese New Year preparations kicks off and art takes centre stage this upcoming weekend — here are some of the activities you’ll want to enjoy whether you’re at home or out and about! 1. CNY Fair 2021 at Takashimaya It’s that time of the year again to start shopping for Chinese New Year! Takashimaya’s annual…

COVID-19 has disrupted many industries and sports is not exempted. For team sports like handball, the impact is greater with teams having to conduct separate trainings in accordance to government roll-outs on gatherings. From Phase 1 to Phase 3, the athletes from Singapore Men’s National Handball team had to adapt to drastic changes but they…