One misconception people have of Singapore is that the arts scene is not as robust as neighbouring countries in the region. But that can't be further from the truth. If you think there's not much happening in Singapore, you've been looking at all the wrong places. Beyond the usual museums and art institutions, the city's soul is prevalent in theatres, back alleys filled with street art, cool exhibitions at our independent galleries, works by local filmmakers, and ultra-talented local musicians. Here's a curation of the best cultural happenings in Singapore this month.
Interviews
Art
Local project Wallflowers spotlights the overlooked sights and sounds of Singapore
Art
Artist spotlight: This artist lights up HDB blocks in neon hues
Art
Artist spotlight: Lis Tamara's feminine and colourful paintings give us a break from real life
Art
Amplifying the voices of Asian writers: Singapore Unbound launches Gaudy Boy Translates
Art
Raw conversations with Marla Bendini, a transgender artist in Singapore
Art
Artist spotlight: Mysara Aljaru, a voice changing the narrative surrounding Singapore's minority community
Art
Aisha Rosli shares her struggles as a young fine artist in Singapore
Art
Art
The best upcoming art exhibitions in Singapore
Art
The most iconic public sculptures in Singapore
Art
The best outdoor exhibitions in Singapore
Art
The best photography galleries in Singapore
Art
At The Ritz-Carlton in Singapore, the artwork comes alive
Art
The best street art in Singapore
Theatre
Theatre
Upcoming theatre and dance performances in Singapore
Theatre
The best theatre companies in Singapore
Theatre
What does the future of theatre look like in Singapore?
Theatre
Singapore's theatre companies need your help – here's how you can contribute
Music
Music
Local Vocal: fresh new music from Singapore this week
Music
8 local musicians that should be on your radar in 2021
Music
The best places for music lovers in Singapore
Music
Fresh Finds: 6 rising indie bands in Singapore to keep on your radar
Literary Arts
Shopping
14 new books we're excited to read in 2021
Things to do
Essential reading: best books about Singapore politics
Kids
The best books for kids by local authors
Shopping
The best bookstores in Singapore
Film
Film
40 best Singapore films of all-time
Film
The best independent and alternative cinemas in Singapore
Film
Meet the filmmaker and poet shedding light on migrant worker issues in Singapore
Film
The scariest horror movies to watch this Halloween
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