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JOYY杨光爱 Will Celebrate Debut EP 'MADE FOR SKIES' at Esplanade
by Stephi Wild - December 16, 2024


Join violinist-singer JOYY杨光爱 to celebrate the launch of her debut EP 'MADE FOR SKIES', a soul-stirring collection of songs that weave together themes of resilience, growth, and metamorphosis.

DANCE FROM HEAD TO TOE Comes to Esplanade in January
by Stephi Wild - December 09, 2024


Dance From Head to Toe comes to Esplanade in January 2025. Explore the diversity of traditional dance cultures in Southeast Asia as communicated from head to toe!  

West End, Broadway Hit Musical SIX Plays in Singapore
by Jude Cartalaba - November 26, 2024


Henry VIII's ex-wives take the stage in the international smash hit musical 'Six,' written by Tony Award winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss.

THE DREAM EMPORIUM Comes to Esplanade
by Stephi Wild - November 22, 2024


ChildAid 2024: The Dream Emporium comes to Esplanade Theatre this month. Performances will take place in November 2024. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

SINGATHON Returns to Bring Live Music to Those Who Need it Most
by Stephi Wild - November 15, 2024


SINGATHON is back for its fifth edition on Sunday, 1st December 2024, as part of Giving Week organised by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC). 

Elsa Mickayla and Owen Li Perform A Night of Iconic Anthems at Esplanade
by Stephi Wild - November 08, 2024


Elsa Mickayla and Owen Li will perform A Night of Iconic Anthems at Esplanade this weekend. Learn more about the performance and find out how to get tickets here!

Review: THE MONGOL KHAN is Theatrical Brilliance
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - October 27, 2024


Asia Pacific’s leading live entertainment company, Base Entertainment Asia, officially opened 'The Mongol Khan,' an epic theatrical drama based on Central Asia historical events, archaeological discoveries, traditional nomadic dances, and the music of the ancient Hun culture 3000 years ago.

Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Proves Enduring Appeal
by Oliver Oliveros - October 22, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's review of Dear Evan Hansen in Singapore. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: Rachelle Ann Go Mesmerizes at Esplanade Debut
by Oliver Oliveros - October 20, 2024


West End and Broadway star Rachelle Ann Go, wearing a draped velvet gown encrusted with ruby gemstones, gave a stirring rendition of Schonberg and Boublil’s 'I Dreamed a Dream' from 'Les Miserables.' It was a special moment for theater fans because Go was recently announced to star as Fantine, a role she often returns to. Next year, she will join the Australian leg of the 'Les Miserables: The Arena Spectacular' world tour.

EXCLUSIVE: Tracie Pang Talks DEAR EVAN HANSEN (In a More Intimate Space)
by Oliver Oliveros - October 07, 2024


Chasing for the rights to stage the musical 'Dear Evan Hansen' for eight long years, Tracie Pang, artistic director of Pangdemonium Theatre Company, says her group believes 'Dear Evan Hansen' should be staged in a more intimate space because of its delicate story.

Rachelle Ann Go Makes Concert Debut at Esplanade Theatre
by Oliver Oliveros - September 30, 2024


West End and Broadway star Rachelle Ann Go makes her concert debut at the Esplanade Theatre, whose diverse programming and support to local and international artists have been steadfast.

Esplanade Will Host Kalaa Utsavam – Indian Festival of Arts
by Stephi Wild - September 26, 2024


From 15 – 24 Nov 2024, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay will present Kalaa Utsavam – Indian Festival of Arts, a celebration of the rich tapestry of Indian arts and culture.

Video: Lewis Francis, Sarah Morrison Talk MISS SAIGON
by Oliver Oliveros - September 25, 2024


In a sit-down interview with 'Miss Saigon' cast, Lewis Francis (John) and Sarah Morrison (Ellen) were asked: What’s the core message of ‘Miss Saigon’? They both answered unflinchingly: 'There are no winners in war.'

DISGRACED is Now Playing at Singapore Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - September 03, 2024


Disgraced by Ayad Akhtar is running now through 7 September 2024 at KC Arts Centre - Home of SRT.

Review: MISS SAIGON Doesn't Look Its Age at the Sands Theatre
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - August 30, 2024


After its critically acclaimed and phenomenal run in Australia, the Philippines, and Taiwan, 'the show which is like dancing on a razor blade with a powerful and poignant story that you cannot do anything gratifying,' as producer Cameron Mackintosh described, returns to Singapore after 23 years.

Sing'theatre Academy Will Host BEST OF BROADWAY Starring The Showstoppers
by Stephi Wild - August 27, 2024


Kickstarting the celebration of Sing'theatre Academy's 10th anniversary, 'Best of Broadway' presented by the Showstoppers from Sing'theatre Academy, is a vibrant homage to the magic of musical theatre.

WICKED Will Return to Singapore Next Year
by Stephi Wild - August 05, 2024


Wicked will return to Singapore next year! Performances will begin in March 2025 at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands.

ALL THE WORLD'S A SEA Comes to Esplanade
by Stephi Wild - August 01, 2024


All The World's A Sea comes to Esplanade this week. Performances run 1-4 August.

GOODNIGHT HEARTACHE Comes to Esplanade
by Stephi Wild - July 30, 2024


Goodnight Heartache will return this year to bring you the saddest and most heart-breaking jazz tunes.

THE LESSON is Now Playing at Esplanade
by Stephi Wild - July 22, 2024


The Lesson is now playing at Esplanade. A new train station is planned for the estate, but there is little space left, and something must be demolished. What should stay and what should go?

Sight Lines Stages TICK, TICK…BOOM! Until July 14
by Oliver Oliveros - July 08, 2024


Last performed in 2006, Jonathan Larson’s rock musical 'tick, tick…BOOM!' returns to Singapore at the KC Arts Centre until July 14, 2024. Directed by Derrick Chew for Sight Lines, the production, praised by The Straits Times for its 'intimate performances' and 'themes that resonate with the audience,' stars Preston Lim (Jon), Vanessa Kee (Susan), and Ryan Ang (Michael).

DEAR EVAN HANSEN to Premiere in Singapore
by Oliver Oliveros - June 30, 2024


Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Award-winning musical 'Dear Evan Hansen,' featuring the well-loved music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, makes its Singapore premiere at the Victoria Theatre, on October 11, 2024. Pangdemonium, a Singaporean theater company, presents the musical--a first in Southeast Asia.

Singapore Symphony Orchestra Will Embark on Debut Australian Tour
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024


The critically acclaimed Singapore Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Music Director and renowned Austrian conductor, Hans Graf, will make its Australian debut in February 2025 with a three-city east coast tour.

With Additional Dates, MISS SAIGON Lands in Singapore on August 15
by Oliver Oliveros - June 19, 2024


Cameron Mackintosh’s mega-musical 'Miss Saigon,' which first played at the Kallang Theatre in 2001, returns to Singapore in a reimagined production that’s 'more relevant than ever' (BroadwayWorld). Leading the cast of this new production are Sydney-based actress Abigail Adriano (Kim) and Singapore-raised actress Louisa Vilinne (alternate Kim.)

TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE Comes to Esplanade in August
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2024


Tuesdays With Morrie is headed to Esplanade in August. Performances run 28 August - 1 September 2024.


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