Music for All Souls

GO! SINGAPORE

APRIL/MAY 2019

ED SHEERAN: MUSIC FOR ALL SOULS

THE PHANTOM VISITS THE SANDS THEATRE

EXPLOSIVE SKECHERS FORCES SUNDOWN OF DANCE FESTIVAL

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Because most of the time, you’ll be out. Which is a bit of a shame, as our serviced THE FUTURE OF THE WORLD IS IN YOUR HANDS residences are perfect for the modern living. But as we’re located at the heart of the YOU HAVE 1 HOUR TO SAVE HUMANITY! Orchard area, you’ll have Singapore’s best restaurants, shops and entertainment, right on your doorstep. And its location gives you easy access to businesses across the Come down for a FREE demo island. So when you stay at 8 on Claymore Serviced Residences, we’d love to see you, Level B3, Lucky Chinatown, 211 New Bridge Rd but we have the feeling you’ll be out. Open 10am to 10pm daily m a naged b y 8 Claymore Hill, Singapore 229572 F +65 6737 8688 E [email protected] Royal Plaza on Scotts 25 Scotts Road Singapore 228220 www.royalplazagroup.com.sg www.royalplazagroup.com.sg Fax: (65) 6737 6646 Email: [email protected] – 2 – – 3 – [email protected] +65 6966 8060 FROM THE PRESIDENT CONTENT

As it happens, Singapore and I are the same And if you want to experience the “old” age. Both “born” in 1965 (Singapore gained Singapore you can just shoot down to Chi- independence from Malaysia) I do have a cou- natown or Little India and fill your camera´s ple of months advance on the Lion City. At the flashcard to the brim with photos of historical ripe age of 54 I do feel a certain connection buildings and amazing architecture. A small with Singapore in more than one way. temple here and there, the small family shop Having travelled the world for decades I on the corner, the fishmonger on the curb and must say that Singapore has aged beautifully every now and then the unique odor of the in comparison to other cities of the same age. durian fruit. Actually you can stand with one Yes, there are the big, shiny shopping malls foot in the history of Singapore on one side of and steel and glass hotels and business build- the street and with the other foot in Singapore ings but in some way Singapore has managed of today and the future in a high-end flashy to keep the soul of its heritage alive in an shopping mall. amazing way. I have over the years made a lot of close When I arrived at Changi airport for the friends in Singapore and without them I first time many years ago, I got a first impres- would probably be eating breakfast, lunch and sion of a vibrant city but also a city that cares dinner at McDonalds. But with a little guid- about its history and pristine nature. Hopping ance I now have my favourite hawkers and into a taxi and driving towards Orchard Road food courts. Although everything is not mar- you can only enjoy the green and lush nature keted as the “go-to-place” the best way to get that is implemented in the city planning. Tak- to know the genuine Singapore is to interact ing a night walk on Orchard towards Tanglin with the locals. They know where to go and and ending up in a beautiful park, where else when. The language barrier and cultural dif- in the world can you do that. Yes, New York ferences are easily overcome with a smile and has its Central Park and London has its Hyde a laugh. Park, but still. The care and attention to detail and the cleanliness that is so obvious in Singa- pore, that is what makes it unique.

GO! SINGAPOREMAGAZINE is published by GO! Magazine Asia PTE. LTD and is a bi-monthly magazine for visitors and natives of Singapore. DINING FOR ALL SENSES Managing Director/Editor In-Chief: Mr Paer Ola Sjoesten Sales director: Mrs Annika Sjoesten Financial director: Ms Lotta Eriksson Art director: One Farrer Hotel present an interactive Ms Camilla Wilhelmsson dining experience at Escape Restaurant & Lounge.

The publisher regrets that we can not accept liability for errors in the content of the editorial nor advertising material. We strive to be as accurate as possible A SMOOTH NIGHT WITH MRAZ every time but times and dates can be changed/altered or cancelled without any previous notification beyond our control. The Go! Magazine trade mark is Jason Mraz , the Grammy Award winning smooth jazz registered and protected by international law. No editorial content, layout or adverts may be used by third party in any way, shape or form without written 38 singer/songwriter,18 performes at the Star Theatre. consent from Go! Magazine Group. Happiness is what we do best!

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GO! Magazine Asia PTE.LTD, 391 B Orchard Road #23-01, Ngee Ann City Tower B, Singapore (238874) 32–33 OUR FAVOURITE SPAS Phone office: (+65) 6736 7388, Registration No.: 201805856Z 38–39 OUR FAVOURITE SHOPPING 08 46–47 OUR FAVOURITE HAWKERS MUSIC, MOVIE & MOVES Asia’s definitive music and arts festival, Skechers @goSingaporemagazine www.facebook.com/GoSingapore WWW www.singaporegomagazinegroup.com Sundown Festival, is back in Singapore for its 10th edition. Cover photos: Press photo (Ed Sheeran & TOKiMONSTA), Liu Chen-hsiang, Johan Persson

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GOING NAVY

Learn about the Singapore Navy and how it all began. View Photos: Unsplash guns and other things from the Navy´s early warships. Also all about what makes the Singapore Navy a modern fighting force, the platforms it possesses and the arse- See the toys you played with, recognise FULL PARTY AT STICKIES nal that they pack. Try taking out simulated enemy targets, the ones you always wanted and explore a navigate a ship through the busy Singapore Strait or steer world of toys you didn´t even know exi- a submarine underwater. The “Navy Family” protects the Singapore´s best kept secret when it comes to shores and waters and contributes in overseas operations sted. party time with the locals is Stickies Bar. The STICKIES BAR @ STICKIES BAR @ such as the disastrous Tsunami in 2004 and countering pi- The Mint Museum of Toys hosts a very impressive collection of 50,000 KENG CHEOW TAGORE LANE party is on at any of the four citywide locations racy since 2009.# rare and antique toys from over 40 countries worldwide. From trinkets 11 Keng Cheow Street 50 Tagore Lane to full collections of figurines with an estimated value of over 5 million and you are always guaranteed to have a fabu- #01-10 Riverside #05-07 EBC Lifestyle The Navy Museum, 112 Tanah Merah Coast Road, Singapore dollars.# lous time. Piazza Hub Mon-Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–3pm The Mint Museum of Toys, www.emint.com Here you can chill out with the locals and expats or engage in a fun game of pool, STICKIES BAR @ STICKIES LOUNGE @ darts, board games or PS4 enjoying the best drinks with your new best buddies. SUNSET LANE KENG CHEOW And don´t miss out on the famous Beer O´clock where the price of drinks are set 106 Clementi Street 12 11 Keng Cheow Street by the time you order. At 2PM a pint of beer is SGD 2 and so on. #01-50 #01-07 Riverside Stickies serve the best food and the cheapest drinks in town. Not only do they Piazza have great deals at all times of the day, they also boast a myriad of games and beer HOOPS FOR CHARITY pong to keep everyone entertained while enjoying their favourite drink.#

Slam dunking across the world and donating all the proceeds to charity, the Harlem Globetrotters will have your head spinning like a basketball trying to follow all their IN FULL BLOOM moves. The Original Harlem Globetrotters are globally known for their amazing feats on the When visiting Singapore you must go and experience Gardens by the Bay. It is a fantastic park and basketball court, incredible humour, generous acts of goodwill and providing endless recreational area in the center of town with an amazing array of flowers and trees in a marvelous entertainment for their adoring fans, and this tour is no different. setting. You enter the lush greenery and with interconnecting bridges and gangways to take you This year, join the Globetrotters as they celebrate the fans during their all-new Fan Powered World Tour. across the beautiful landscape. They will be bringing you closer to the action, closer than ever before, with more chances during and after our Opening on April 14 there will be an even more thrilling experience of the magic gardens when game to directly interact with the Globetrotters stars. Floral Fantasy welcomes everybody to explore the plants and wildlife of the Gardens. The 1,500 Don’t forget to secure a spot at Magic Pass, the Globetrotters’ exclusive pre-game event. Before every sqm Floral Fantasy will be featuring four diverse garden landscapes, each showcasing a different game, Magic Pass gives you unprecedented access to the stars of the team, as you learn tricks, shoot hoops, concept of floral artistry, as well as a 4D multimedia ride simulating the journey of the mythical and take photos on the court and after the game take part in a free autograph session too. dragonfly’s flight path through Gardens by the Bay.# The Globetrotters’ one-of-a-kind show is unrivalled in the world of family entertainment. It is an event not to be missed.# Floral Fantasy, opens April 14, Bayfront Plaza, Gardens by the Bay, www.gardensbythebay.com.sg Harlem Globetrotters, April 5, Singapore Indoor Stadium. sportshub.com.sg

– 6 – – 7 – environmental crisis in Asia curated by Borneo Laboratory, led by Wendy Teo. Inspired by its pristine nature, the spirit of Borneo is all about being conscientious and holistic in action. It is the same spirit has established harmony, conversation and symbiosis between man and nature. Borneo Labo- ratory is interested in infusing this spirit into cross-regional collaborations that manifest empathetic, universal values. On the Saturday of Skechers Sundown Festival, film buffs can also enjoy two award-winning films by Anticipate Pictures — Japanese drama-comedy which won 2nd prize in the Cinéfondation at the Cannes Film Festival, “Oh Lucy!”, featuring Josh Hartnett, and Chinese animated dark comedy film which won the Best Animation at the Golden Horse Award, Have A Nice Day.#

Sundown Festival, April 19–21 at Siloso Beach, Sentosa, www.sundownfestival.sg. MUSIC, FROM THE LEFT: SHOGUN, TOKiMONSTA, HENRY FONG, MFBTY WILL ALL PERFORM AT MOVIES & SKECHERS SUNDOWN FESTIVAL.

er Brothers (China), and the melodic crooning from Charlie Lim (Singapore). Other performers include DJ KoFlow (Sin- MOVES gapore), DJ Shogun (Taiwan), Henry Fong (China), and many more artists.

GOING BEYOND MUSIC Asia’s definitive music and arts festival, Skechers Sundown Festival, is back in In addition to music, Skechers Sundown Festival takes pride in its curated collaboration of Asian content creators from the Singapore for its 10th edition and the event’s biggest to date. Bigger better and art and film industries. Expect larger than life art installations more bold. of the wonderland theme that drives home the message of our

The festival brings to the island an exhilarating be the title sponsor of Sundown Festival this Kelvin Goh and Samantha Chan, line-up of music performances and art instal- year. Skechers has always been supportive co-founders of Skechers Sundown Festival lations. Evolved into a larger-than-life 3D2N of the music industry and we’re excited to shared that thefestival celebrates Asian talent party, Skechers Sundown Festival has mu- showcase Asia music and culture to the world and diversity with a stellar lineup of interna- WHETHER YOU ARE GUNNING FOR sically united 11 countries from around the through this one-of-a-kind mega festival. tional music actsrepresenting Asian roots. ARABIC OR AMERICAN YOU ARE SURE region since 2014 to generate hype amongst The time for Asia is now and together with festivalgoers, and bridge the diversity of Asian A WONDERLAND LIKE NO OTHER Skechers, they arecommitted to transforming TO FIND IT HERE. A SATURATED CUP OF countries. This year’s lineup is a full-blown Skechers Sundown Festival’s tagline, “Asia local dreams to global footprints, something participation from the countries across music, Music Wonderland”, aims to unite people with that they see as animportant value-add for the ROASTED BEANS TURNED INTO A arts, culture and food. Catch award winning curious and imaginative spirits. Designed for performers. design architects, films and musicians repre- anyone with a love for Asian music and its With more than 50 Asian artists at the NC- MAGIC PORTION OF JOY AND ENERGY senting China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Ma- diverse entertainment scene, the festival is 16 festival, and fronted by veteran music art- TO LAST YOU THE REST OF THE DAY. laysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, programmed to celebrate all things Asian, and ists, the stages are set to be lit. Look forward to Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam. promote its values and spirit during the 3 day- the heavy metal prowess of Crossfaith (Japan) Vincent Leung, President of Skechers South- 2 night event through music, food, art, and and DJ Laidback Luke (Philippines), hip-hop For advertising in Go! Singapore please call (+65) 8332 7177 east Asia says: –It brings us great pleasure to culture. tunes from MFBTY (South Korea) and High-

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To better understand and enjoy the rich culture of South East Asia a visit to the Asian Civilisations Museum is highly recommended.

Sir Stamford Raffles was a British official with plagiariser. In keeping with the Asian Civili- the East India Company and was stationed in sations Museum’s mission to explore encoun- RAFFLES IN SOUTHEAST ASIA: Southeast Asia between 1805 and 1824. He is ters and connections, this exhibition presents REVISITING THE SCHOLAR AND known for establishing modern Singapore as a complex, multi-layered picture of Raffles THE STATESMAN a British port, as the author of “The History of while showcasing the rich artistic and cultur- Java”, and as a collector of natural history and al heritage of Java and the Malay world. The until April 28, cultural materials. Opinions of Raffles have presentation of this exhibition is an unique Asian Civilisations Museum, changed over time and he has been viewed as collaboration between the British Museum in acm.org.sg a scholarly expert on the region, a progressive London and the Asian Civilisations Museum, reformer, a committed imperialist, and even a Singapore.#

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Photo: Liu Chen-hsiang Lin Hwai-min is a dance giant who pioneered a signature movement philosophy that draws from traditional Asian culture and aesthetics to create exquisite and explosive forces of dance, influencing generations of artists and firmly establishing Taiwan’s Cloud Gate Dance Theatre as one of the strongest dance companies in the world. Poetic, powerful and replete with philosophical beauty, the works of writer-turned-choreographer Lin Hwai-min have cemented their place in the collective consciousness of the international dance community. After nearly five glorious decades of paving the way for contemporary dance in Asia and making Cloud Gate one of the finest dance companies in the world, the esteemed choreographer is stepping down as its Artistic Director at the end of 2019. This 45th anniversary celebration is a retrospective of Lin’s works, featuring excerpts from nine of his most classic pieces. Don’t miss this rare chance to witness Cloud EXPLOSIVE FORCES Gate’s legendary power and beauty.# Cloud Gate 45th Anniversary Gala Programme — C OF DANCE Lin Hwai-min: A Retrospective, May 3-4, Esplanade M Theatre. www.esplande.com

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Because most of the time, you’ll be out. Which is a bit of a shame, as our serviced residences are perfect for the modern living. But as we’re located at the heart of the Orchard area, you’ll have Singapore’s best restaurants, shops and entertainment, right on your doorstep. And its location gives you easy access to businesses across the island. So when you stay at 8 on Claymore Serviced Residences, we’d love to see you, FREEbut we DEMOS have the feeling you’ll be out. OPEN DAILY IN CHINATOWN singapore.virtual-room.com 10AMm a nageTO 11PMd b y 8 Claymore Hill, Singapore 229572 F +65 6737 8688 E [email protected] Royal Plaza on Scotts 25 Scotts Road Singapore 228220 www.royalplazagroup.com.sg www.royalplazagroup.com.sg Fax: (65) 6737 6646 Email: [email protected] – 13 – Down by the beautiful harbour of Singapore stands the iconic landmark of Singapore Flyer. With a height of 165 meters, about the same as a 42-storey building, it takes you to the top of the city and provides a majestic view over the Marina Bay area with the ON TOP OF Marina Bay Sands in the backdrop and many other landmarks of Singapore to be seen from above. An experience not to be missed. SINGAPORE The Flyer consists of 28 capsules, about the size of a normal al firm DP Architects (Singapore). The design is notably city bus, and every capsule carries up to 28 passengers at a “avant-garde” – experimental and innovative while em- time. The total capacity of the Flyer is 784 passengers per phasizing simplicity and harmony. It took five years to revolution. A full rotation takes about 30 minutes which complete and in 2008 it opened to the public and already gives you good time to take in all the beauty of Singapore. that same year it crossed the one million mark in ticket On a good day you can see up to 45 kilometers away which sales. Singapore Flyer is one of the world’s largest Giant is actually more than the city island itself. Apart from see- Observation Wheel and also one of Asia’s biggest tourist ing Changi Airport and Sentosa Island you can even see attractions.# parts of Malaysia and Indonesia. Especially at Christmas time it offers an amazing view as Singapore lights up for Singapore Flyer, 30 Raffles Avenue, the holidays. You can easily spot the Orchard Road fantas- www.singaporeflyer.com tic Christmas Lights. Singapore Flyer is the brainchild of world renowned architect Dr. Kisho Kurokawa (Japan) and architectur-

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This singer-songwriter from Suffolk, England, captures his audience with his hybrid pop and R&B sound, his mellow voice and soulful lyrics. Ed Sheeran has found extensive fame across all corners of the globe and is ready to mesmerize Singapore.

At the tender age of 14, Ed Sheeran began recording music and independently released his first collection of songs “The Orange Room EP”. It was after his move to London in 2008, A SMOOTH though, that his music career really began to take off due to the release of his “Loose Change EP”, which featured future megahit single “The A Team”. NIGHT Prepared to graft from the very start, Ed Sheeran played 312 gigs in 2009 in addition to constantly releasing new material on his YouTube channel. These gigs and his widespread social media following caught the attention of Jamie Foxx, WITH MRAZ Elton John and Example. Further to this, his hard work won thousands of fans, who would show up at any small gigs he was playing. Knowing they were on to a good thing, Asylum/ Atlantic Records quickly signed Ed Sheeran to their label after the release of his popular “No. 5 Collaborations Project” EP. His debut studio album “+” entered at number one in the Jason Mraz is a Grammy Award winning smooth jazz singer/ UK charts after he secured four top ten singles in a row from songwriter originally from Virginia, USA who rose to fame on the album. An opportunity to break into the US market soon the San Diego coffee house circuit. came about after he was given the opportunity to tour with the band Snow Patrol. Licensing of his music to television shows, and collabora- Originally from Mechanicsville in Virginia, Mraz Things’ which charted at number three in the US tions with One Direction on their song “Moments”, and with described his childhood as idyllically American. and within the top ten in the UK, building on Mraz’s Taylor Swift on the song “Everything Has Changed”, paved the He moved around a lot after his education, he en- already growing reputation, the album has gone on way for Ed Sheeran’s second studio album “x” (pronounced rolled at the American Musican & Dramatic society to sell almost two million copies in the States. It fea- ‘multiply’) to hit the number one position in both the UK and in New York before returning home and attended tures Jason’s most successful single to date, the ten- the US charts. Longwood University, but instead of going to classes der ‘I’m Yours’ which has sold 9.5 million copies to Despite being so early in his career, Ed has already been he went road tripping west and eventually ended up date. The other two songs released from the album nominated for three Grammy Awards and was the recipient settling in San Francisco. did not fare as well commercially but scored Mraz of a 2012 Ivor Novello Award for “The A Team”. With these He threw himself into the musical scene of the two Grammy awards. successes under his belt, Ed Sheeran’s star can only continue city, becoming a roadie for Elgin Park and released a A huge foundation to build on, ‘Love Is A Four to rise.# rough demo album of tracks including ‘1000 Things’ Letter Word’ charted highest on the US and UK al- and ‘Halfway Home’. Elektra Records released his bum charts and featured his second most successful Ed Sheeran, April 26, Kallang National Stadium, Singapore, first full length in 2002 which spawned his first ap- ‘I Won’t Give Up’. He released his fifth album ‘Yes!’ sportshub.com.sg pearance on the US billboard charts with his single this summer and it saw more success in the US.# ‘The Remedy’ and earned him an opening slot for Tracy Chapman at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Jason Mraz, May 11, The Star Theatre, His next major success came in 2008 when he re- Singapore, www.thestar.sg/the-star-theatre leased his third album ‘We Sing. We Dance. We Steal

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– 18 – – 19 – One Farrer Hotel is a five-star luxury hotel in the Farrer Park district, Singapore. An iconic beacon in Farrer Park called Connexion, the 243-guest room urban resort is designed for the discerning traveller and amalgamates innovative hospitality offerings with its dis- tinctive presence within one of Singapore’s TOTAL historic neighbourhoods. Defined by an intu- itive approach towards lifestyle and hospitality, the urban resort embodies a ‘Hotels within a Hotel’ concept with three distinct hotel entities to serve the varied requirements of LIFESTYLE hotel residents. One Farrer Hotel consists of the Urban Hotel, Loft Apartments and Skyline Hotel & Sky Villas, which features modern and tech- EXPERIENCE nology enabled contemporary chic accommodations. –With the opening of One Farrer Hotel, we look forward to welcoming guests to experience lifestyle concepts we have thought- One Farrer Hotel is an award winning fully crafted, which we believe will tick all five-star urban hotel with modern and the boxes of what travellers would want in a hotel. Our ‘Total Lifestyle Environment’ phi- technology enabled accommodations for losophy and distinct offerings strive to meet, a full lifestyle experience. exceed and anticipate the expectations of our hotel residents and patrons in the sophisti- cated hospitality landscape of Singapore, says Mr. Gilbert Madhavan, General Manager, One Farrer Hotel. All photos: One Farrer Hotell

– 20 – – 21 – CONTINUE >> The rooms at One Farrer Hotel are all enhanced by individually controlled in-room mood lighting, amenity services and temperature controls, with all rooms featuring ‘sleep well’ beds, generous-sized rain showers, ‘perfect view’ mirrors and 55-inch smart televisions that are uti- lised to view in-room dining menus as well as the in-room an electronic ordering system and extends its shopping catalogue. With a selection of over 300 products, quick delivery service within the Connexion MORE ABOUT ONE FARRER HOTEL residents can indulge in retail therapy in the comfort of campus. their room. To further extend the in-room experience, the The iconic beacon in the Farrer Park district, One Farrer Hotel is located in the middle hotel’s mini bars and high speed WiFi are complimentary. RELAXING AND WELL-BEING of a rich heritage and cultural enclave, set amidst new and dynamic developments The hotel’s Spa Retreat is a haven for rejuve- of the future. EAT AND DRINK nation and relaxation. Featuring an Olym- Nourishing both body and soul, the hotel and its surroundings resonate with notes Hotel and city guests are able to indulge in a smorgasbord pic-sized swimming pool, 24/7 Workout, of serenity with 14 gardens and The Farm located over 20 levels, offering lush green- of local and international cuisine from the hotel’s 24- Japanese-style onsens, reflexology water walk, ery, flowing waters and reflective spaces, including a 11,100 sq foot operating urban hour restaurant and lounge, Escape Restaurant & Lounge, relaxation gardens and comprehensive fitness farm. which presents an open format interactive kitchen. With a facilities, the Spa Retreat offers a wide range Further extending our ‘Total Lifestyle Environment’ is the campus-wide commis- capacity of 170 seats indoors and outdoors, guests can per- of spa treatment experiences that will bring a sioned permanent art collection, featuring more than 700 pieces of original Greater sonally make their selections from the interactive kitch- harmonious balance to both body and mind.# Asia 3D and contemporary art by emerging and established artists from Singapore en or order from the complete a la carte menu. At Escape and around the region, located in each of its accommodations and Restaurant & Lounge, the entire experience is integrated, public areas. With Farrer Park MRT station right at its door- presenting its patrons with a dining experience that engag- step, the Central Business District, places of interest and es more than the palate. In addition, other F&B offerings the city’s main shopping belt are just minutes away. A include Local Fresh Seasonal (LFS), which serves freshly ONE FARRER HOTEL member of Preferred Hotel & Resorts, One Farrer Hotel produced dishes for a quick meal or takeaway; Institute of 1 Farrer Park Station Road, lays the foundations of the modern Farrer Park. Nutrition, Origins of Food, Skyline Lounge, One Farrer Singapore, www.onefarrer.com Confectionery, Sunset Bar, Poolside Restaurant and Owen Road Diner, a unique virtual restaurant that operates on

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Singapore is filled with history and a haven for foodies. If you want to dig deep into Singapores history and culinary singapore.virtual-room.com heritage, join a guided walk through tales of the past and present combined with the sweet smell and taste of what Singapore has to offer on the plate. From 2 to 4 players per game (ages 10+) Visitors to Singapore can get to know more Tapping on the five senses – sight, sound, Satay, Hainanese chicken rice, chendol and Max 22 players at once about the city, its heritage, food, people and smell, touch and most definitely taste, visitors more. The trail is on-going and runs daily on culture – all in bite-sized information while are taken on a unique journey to learn about weekdays from 10-11.30am (Mon – Fri) and a soaking in the sights and sounds while on the history of Singapore and Orchard Road, as new Mandarin version was recently launched THE FUTURE OF THE WORLD IS IN YOUR HANDS holiday. You will be guided and find out more well as the city’s food and culture through var- to cater to Chinese travellers on Thursdays.# about Singapore like the now buzzling Or- ious food samplings of local cuisines. Visitors YOU HAVE 1 HOUR TO SAVE HUMANITY! chard Road once was a nutmeg plantation in can expect to sample popular culinary treats To register for the ION Orchard food and the 1930 and what is the secret ingredient in and signature local delights such as bite-sized heritage trail, call +65 6238 8228 or email the much loved Ya Kun coffee. These are just Kuehs from Bengawan Solo, barbequed pork [email protected] (at least 3 Come down for a FREE demo some of the interesting fun facts that visitors Ba-Kwa from Lim Chee Guan, and the sta- working days in advance) Level B3, Lucky Chinatown, 211 New Bridge Rd can learn through the ION Orchard food and ple Kaya Toast and coffee from Ya Kun Kaya Open 10am to 10pm daily heritage trail. Toast. As part of the tour, they will also get to www.ionorchard.com sample mouthwatering local delights such as

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RESTAURANT ANDRÉ iature cheesecakes bottled up in prescription 41 Bukit Pasoh Road, bottles. Other odd combos include the ome- Phone +65 6534 8880 lette with smoked eel and caviar, which can be Taiwanese-born chef André Chiang has one washed down with some beetroot, horserad- key principle: each of the eight dishes on his ish and sorrel juice. Weird? Yes! Wonderful? ever-changing menu correlates to a set of Absolutely! eight elements. The bold flavours in his foie gras with black truffle evoke the ‘memory’ of RAFFLES GRILL CIVIC DISTRICT diners, whilst his ‘pure’ dishes are prepared Raffles Hotel, 1 Beach Road, without seasoning or the use of electricity. It Phone: +65 6412 1816 sounds like borderline pretentious, but with The classic setting and long history behind the Restaurant André consistently ranking in Raffles Hotel render this dining experience a Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, the culinary world must. Don’t be misled by the elegant coloni- seems to think it works on a world-beating al British inspired interiors; the menu leans level. towards contemporary French, where classic dishes evolve into extraordinary works of art. JAAN The multi-course, Raffles’ favourites such as 70th Floor, 2 Stamford Road, Swissôtel the caviar, duck liver, lobster and fillet steak going Stamford, Phone: +65 6837 3322 hand-in-hand with the pianist playing in the Boasting panoramic views of the Singapore background and the most impeccable service skyline, restaurant Jaan’s wow-factor starts in Singapore. before you’ve even taken your first bite. It’s no surprise that this intimate 40-seat venue WAKU GHIN MARINA BAY SANDS has been a permanent fixture on critically-ac- Marina Bay Sands, Phone: +65 6688 8507 claimed lists of best restaurants in Asia, with Waku Ghin is acclaimed celebrity chef Tet- its French menu delighting even the most suya Wakuda’s fine-dining restaurant. The discerning of food critiques. Jaan’s five or sev- intimate restaurant´s dining concept is based en-course set menu brings the finest seasonal upon a multi-faceted use of space, where din- ingredients to centre stage to enhance delica- ers can move from room to room. The 8,000 cies such as fresh oysters, langoustine, caviar, sqft restaurant features a 3,000-label wine list foie gras and pigeon. as well as an intimate lounge at the entrance for aperitifs with four unique dining rooms IGGY’S featuring private enclosures for small parties. 581 Orchard Road, Hilton Singapore Hotel Following this, diners then move into the Phone: +65 6732 2234 main dining room, coffee and digestifs, while Ask any Singaporean what the best restaurant taking in the floor-to-ceiling views of the Sin- in the country is and the name ‘Iggy’s’ will gapore skyline. more than likely pop up. The award-winning OUR FAVOURITE... restaurant is synonymous with creative, del- CUT BY WOLFGANG PUCK icate flavours inspired by all corners of the The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, culinary world. Diners can enjoy some par- Phone +65 6688 8517 ticularly flamboyant sounding dishes such as The second Marina Bay Sands restaurant cappellini with sakura ebi, and tuna belly with not to be missed is CUT by Wolfgang Puck, RESTAURANTS pinot noir, all in the cool surroundings of the simply this is the best steakhouse in Singapo- Hilton Singapore Hotel on Orchard Road. re. Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck imports in only the finest, freshest cuts of beef such as THE TIPPLING CLUB CHINATOWN American sirloin, ribeye and filet, alongside Singapore is attracting more and more critically acclaimed chefs and 38 Tanjong Pagar Road, more exclusive varieties such as Australian internationally renowned restaurant names, further strengthening what Phone: +65 6475 2217 Angus and Japanese Wagyu and Kobe. Don’t After enjoying half a decade of success on expect your usual steakhouse settings either; is one of the most popular pastimes on the island: eating. Progressive, Dempsey Hill, this critically acclaimed restau- the decor and ambiance oozes class and sop- innovative and culturally diverse, it’s no wonder so many restaurants rant is enjoying a new lease of life after mov- histication, making this not only Singapore’s here find themselves on the world’s best restaurants lists. ing to the more central Chinatown area. Eng- best steakhouse, but also its poshest. Meat in lish-born head chef Ryan Clift takes the word style.# innovative to a whole new level, with his min-

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The Singapore Symphony Orchestra presents a multi-music platter of delight. If you are into the classics or video game music doesn´t matter, it´s all here showing that symphony orchestras master a wide variety of genres. AN EVENING WITH

THE IRISH QUEEN OF Maraca2. Contemporary music champion Jones. This exciting hit-filled performance GAMES MUSIC Pascal Rophé leads the SSO in his compatri- will feature veteran musicians Joe & The Soul JOHN MAYER Behold! The SSO presents the Irish Queen ot Jean-Frederic Neuburger’s dawn-inspired Express who are making their debut at the Es- of Games Music, Eímear Noone, in a grand reverie, Aube, closing with Stravinsky’s revo- planade. Put on your dancing shoes and get musical party of “Video Games Classics”. The lutionary Rite of Spring. ready for an unforgettable show. award-winning composer and conductor, re- sponsible for such fan favourites as “Malach” May 3, Esplanade Concert Hall May 6, Esplanade Recital Studio Seven-time GRAMMY award winner, John Mayer, is known for numerous massive hits from World of Warcraft, will be joined by the such as “New Light,” “Gravity,” “Love on the Weekend,” “Heartbreak Warfare,” “Daugh- Singapore Symphony Youth Choir & Friends DARK MAJESTY, WILD ELEGANCE MISSA SOLEMNIS – MASAAKI ters,” “Waiting on the World to Change,” “Your Body Is a Wonderland,” and many in a journey of fantastic tunes from the rich The Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 2: dark SUZUKI: FROM THE HEART - MAY worlds of World of Warcraft, Skyrim, Final majesty, breathtaking Romanticism. The Luto- IT RETURN TO THE HEART more. This will be Mayer’s debut arena show in Singapore! “An Evening with John Fantasy and Tetris. When past and present slawski Concerto for Orchestra, “an episodic 1819. The year Singapore was founded, the Mayer” concert will feature songs spanning Mayer’s entire recording career and mark collide, the fate of all worlds hangs in the bal- symbiosis with folk music”. Ravel’s bewitching year Beethoven wrote the first notes of his his first tour down under since 2014. ance. La Valse, a spine-tingling tribute to the waltz, splendid “Missa Solemnis”, one of his greatest hypnotic and exhilarating, intoxicating and el- achievements. He wrote on the opening page: April 5, Esplanade Concert Hall egant, ending in astonishment. This SSO Gala “From the heart - may it return to the heart” - In addition to his solo world tour, John May- Heavier Things (2003), Battle Studies (2009), the third consecutive year, Mayer toured with teams up two up-and-coming young artistes, this grand choral statement of conviction stars er is again touring North America in 2019, and ARIA #1s Born and Raised (2012) and Dead & Company, which played to more than RED BALLOON SERIES: RHYTHMS, French conductor Lionel Bringuier and Uzbek the Singapore Symphony Chorus directed by for the fourth consecutive year, with Dead & 2013’s Paradise Valley. 500,000 people this year on its third and larg- RITES AND RENEWALS pianist Behzod Abduraimov. famed Japanese maestro Masaaki Suzuki. Company, featuring Grateful Dead members Singer/songwriter/artist John Mayer has est tour. “Threshold” for percussion and orchestra was Also performing are Rachel Nicholls, sopra- Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann and Mickey Hart, won seven GRAMMY awards and has earned Additionally, he launched ‘Current Mood,’ written by LA Philharmonic Principal tim- April 12, Esplanade Concert Hall no, Marianne Beate Kielland, mezzo-soprano, along with Oteil Burbridge, Jeff Chimenti - a record seven U.S. No. 1s on Billboard’s Top his highly regarded Instagram Live show on panist Joseph Pereira, requiring six timpani James Gilchrist, tenor and Christian Immler, and Mayer himself. Rock Albums chart and 25 entries on the Hot Sundays, which some have dubbed, “the best and a vast array of percussion instruments NOSTALGIC MELODIES OF baritone.# Mayer’s last album, The Search For Rock Songs chart, the most for any solo art- way to start the week on a high note, maybe ordinary and extraordinary. Don’t miss this YESTERYEAR WITH JOE & THE Everything (2017 through Sony Music Aus- ist. In 2018, he released the Gold-certified even the only way.”# heart-pounding, eye-opening Asian pre- SOUL EXPRESS May 10, Esplanade Concert Hall tralia), is his seventh studio album and sixth “New Light,” while working on his eighth miere featuring our own Principal Timpanist Especially for fans of legendary rockers and ARIA top five, preceded by debut album solo album, the follow-up to 2017’s critical- John Mayer, April 1, Singapore Indoor Christian Schiøler and guest percussion duo crooners Cliff Richard, Paul Anka and Tom www.esplanade.com Room for Squares in 2002, twice-Platinum ly acclaimed The Search for Everything. For Stadium, sportshub.com.sg

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100 YEARS

OF DANCE IN Photos: Pixabay 2 HOURS Schhhh...

Ballet SINGAPORE FLAUNTS THE Singapore is a big melting pot of cultures from all over the world. Mostly BIGGEST AND MOST AMAZING Chinese but also the Indian culture is present everywhere in and around 4 U town. To celebrate the centennial of Indian Classic Dance, arts and dance To enjoy SHOWS IN THE WORLD. the SIFAS festival kicks off a marvel of colours and rythm. INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTARS Singapore has the honor to invite AND ASIAN PERFORMERS In commemoration of its 70th anniversary, the 17th edition of SIFAS narratives; lighting design and animation; archival images of histor- and be visited by all the major inter- WILL FOR SURE DAZZLE AND Festival of Classical Indian Dance, Music and Arts 2019 celebrates the ic moments, places and people and a live orchestra performing iconic national ballet companies. Russian, history, heritage and arts of Singapore with a platform to showcase in- music combined with original compositions. INSPIRE YOU. ternational and local artists.. As part of the festival, SIFAS is proud to “Natya Yatra” also creates an opportunity to recognise and pay European and American dancers present an original production, Natya Yatra, which pays tribute to a homage to the pioneers and legends. An accompanying photo and perform masterful pieces of classical century of classical Indian dance in Singapore. This theatrical dance video installation in collaboration with the Indian Heritage Centre of ballets for you to enjoy. production brings together four major Indian dance schools and an es- National Heritage Board will also be featured at SIFAS and Esplanade, tablished ensemble, each with its own rich and unique history. Present- showcasing archival footages of captivating moments in history.# ed from the spectator’s perspective, the show illustrates the beginnings, For advertising in GO! Singapore please call For advertising in GO! Singapore please call evolution and future prospects of classical Indian dance through five Natya Yatra, April 12, Esplanade Theatre, www.esplanade.com (+65) 8332 7177 (+65) 8332 7177 acts that showcase the various Indian dance genres, using anecdotal

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DINING FOR ALL SENSES

One Farrer Hotel present an interactive dining experience at Escape Restaurant & Lounge in surroundings most carefully designed for a time of elegant indulgence and savoury pleasure.

Savour a feast for the senses at Escape Restaurant & Western, local cuisine and more, Escape has something to to home, the restaurant’s One Farrer Signature familiar continental fare will enjoy the freshly Lounge, a 24-hour destination where master chefs present satisfy every palate. As the name suggests, a trip to Escape Lobster Laksa and Fried Hokkien Mee give baked breads, cheeses, cold cuts and cereals a smorgasbord of local and international cuisine from an is akin to a gastronomic journey as diners can make their a taste of local favourites but with a unique available. ONE FARRER HOTEL open format interactive kitchen. With a seating capacity of way through the delicious spread, from cold cuts and sal- twist. Sweet plates such as the Durian Fudge With direct interaction between our chefs 170 persons, patrons can personally make their selections ads to hearty mains hot off the grill, and tasty Tandoori topped with Vanilla Sponge, and the Mango and diners, Escape is able to provide an add- 1 Farrer Park Station Road, from the interactive kitchen or order from a comprehen- items that are made fresh upon request in a Tandoori oven Crumble also highlights the restaurant’s em- ed touch of personal attention to their time at Singapore, www.onefarrer.com sive a la carte menu. For greater variety, both restaurant that was customized for the restaurant. phasis on flavours of the region. Escape. While offering a good variety over the and lounge patrons can enjoy 16 different wines by the Signature items that are bound to whet the appetite in- With floor-to-ceiling glass windows and interactive counters, the extensive a la carte glass with their meals. At Escape Restaurant & Lounge, the clude freshly tossed Classic Singapore Hainanese Chicken thoughtfully-selected contemporary fur- menus ensure that the restaurant is able to entire experience is engaging, presenting its patrons with a Rice, and Crispy Lobster Noodle. An array of delectable nishing, the restaurant presents a warm and meet and exceed the needs of guests all round dining experience that involves more than the palate. sweets including tarts, cakes, petit fours and a chocolate comfortable setting that caters to leisurely the clock.# A multi-sensory experience awaits, as diners can take in fondue fountain also round up the restaurant’s spread on meals or business gatherings. A mix of culi- the sights and activity of the open kitchen, where chefs are a sweet note. nary-themed decorations lines the walls of the readily available behind the food stations to recommend Guests who have their minds set on the restaurant’s sig- interactive kitchen, enticing both the visual the day’s highlights, providing a glimpse into their roles natures can opt for the a la carte menu, which offers a se- and gastronomic senses. behind the counter or customize dishes to diners’ prefer- lection of salads, soups, mains and desserts. The Cream of Escape also serves the daily breakfast, ences, for patrons to enjoy a complete culinary escapade. Champignon is a slurp worthy concoction that is smooth where in-hotel residents and patrons can in- Featuring nine interactive stations that offer a sump- and creamy, packed with the robust flavours of wild for- dulge in a power-packed spread from a live tuous spread across Chinese, North Indian, Japanese, est mushrooms with a drizzle of white truffle oil. Closer egg station and dig into fluffy waffles and pan- cakes cooked a la minute. Those looking for

– 34 – – 35 – Singapore Art Museum (SAM) is a contemporary art museum which focuses on art-making and art thinking in Singapore, Southeast Asia and Asia, encompassing a worldwide perspective on contemporary art practice. Since it opened in January SAM GOES 1996, SAM has built up one of the most important collections of contemporary art from the region. It seeks to seed and nourish a stimulating and creative space in Singapore through exhibitions and public programmes, and to deepen every visi- MOBILE tor’s experience. However, the museum buildings are currently closed for a major building revamp, with museum programming continuing at partner venues until the buildings re-open.

The Singapore Art Museum (SAM) takes con- folklore and legends of the many indigenous up which will give patrons a varied learn- temporary art out of the galleries and into the groups that once existed across the archipela- ing experience when they visit our libraries. libraries with the SAM Mini Mobile Museum. go. May tainga ang lupa (The Land has Ears) They can learn more about Southeast Asian A travelling art exhibition held in partnership comprises 62 modular hexagonal lightboxes contemporary art not only through the exhi- with the National Library Board, the SAM grouped around themes of Land, Water, Fire, bition, but also the programmes and our col- Mini Mobile Museum brings contemporary Plants, Animals, Human and Spirit World. lection. We believe that this will inspire more art out to the Regional Libraries of Tampines, Each lightbox depicts an individual story or people to read and learn, says Valerie Cheng, Woodlands and Jurong, as the museum build- scene. Director, Content & Services, Public Library ings undergo renovations. Through this initi- –The SAM Mini Mobile Museum exhibi- Services, National Library Board. ative, SAM aims to introduce the multifaceted tion is a great opportunity for SAM to con- Every exhibition will be accompanied by nature of contemporary art through a selec- nect with communities in Tampines, Jurong self-guided and interactive activities for fam- tion of SAM’s National Collection artworks, and Woodlands, with commissioned artworks ilies, and a special selection of library books adapted for non-museum spaces and created specially developed for the library environ- that relate to the artwork themes will be on by Southeast Asian artists. ment, and that encourage close study and display. At the Tampines Regional Library, The first installment of the SAM Mini Mo- experience. We expect that the fables and Rodel Tapaya will be leading on-site work- bile Museum will take place at the Tampines narratives that have inspired Rodel Tapaya’s shops based on his work for various groups.# Regional Library on 4 April. Opening with artwork May tainga ang lupa (The Land has May tainga ang lupa (The Land has Ears), Ears) will resonate with viewers at Tampines Tampines Regional Library, April 3–May 12, an artwork by award-winning Filipino artist Regional Library, allowing them to draw con- Woodlands Regional Library, May 15– Rodel Tapaya, the commissioned arwork on nections on cultures and storytelling between June 23, Jurong Regional Library, June 26– display is an adaptation of the suite of diora- Singapore and the region, says June Yap, Di- August 4 mas created by Tapaya in 2009 that are cur- rector of Curatorial, Programmes and Publi- rently part of the National Collection. Tapaya’s cations, Singapore Art Museum. www.singaporeartmuseum.sg works have long drawn from the rich mythol- –It is wonderful to partner SAM to host ogy of the Philippines, harnessing the fables, the specially curated art exhibition. It is a tie

RODEL TAPAYA’S COMMISSION FOR THE SAM MINI MOBILE MUSEUM, RESPONDS TO A SUITE OF FOUR DIORAMAS CREATED BY TAPAYA IN 2009, RODEL TAPAYA THAT ARE CURRENTLY IN SAM’S NATIONAL COLLECTION. IMAGE FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: THE WISE MONKEY AND THE FOOLISH GIANT. ORIGIN OF GRAIN. PEDRO AND THE WITCH. THE HUNTER OF PINAMALOY. Image courtesy of the Artist

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FAR EAST PLAZA butler style concierge and a celebrity chef fine 14 Scotts Road dining establishment. www.fareastplaza.com.sg Far East Plaza on Orchard Road is one of Sin- MUSTAFA CENTRE LITTLE INDIA gapore’s older shopping complexes attracting 145 Syed Alwi Road a young cool crowd looking for one-off bar- www.mustafa.com.sg gain buys from unknown designers. Around Open 24 hours, the Mustafa Centre offers a 800 retail outlets occupy the six level mall unique market style shopping experience. De- catering to a mix of young students and tour- signer products are in abundance at low prices ists looking for something different. Fashion with everything from textiles to watches and shops are on the casual and often outrageous electronics on sale. The mall is actually two side, tourists tend to visit more for the dis- department stores joined together with goods counts available on items such as cameras and sold under the Mustafa name and streamlined CD’s. by type.

NGEE ANN CITY KNIGHTSBRIDGE MALL 391 Orchard Road 270 Orchard Road www.ngeeanncity.com.sg www.knightsbridge.com.sg Ngee Ann City is something of a shopping Knightsbridge Mall forms part of the centre landmark on Orchard Road, having de- trend-setting Grand Park Orchard Hotel. The livered brand names, book stores, beauty par- mall is very cutting edge in design allowing lours and restaurants to well-heeled shoppers retail outlets to completely customise their since the last century. The mall also boasts an space via double façade frontages and direct art and creativity section and the Takashima- street access. Flagship stores dominate this ya department store over seven levels. Design- four level shopping centre which focuses sole- er labels are aplenty including Cartier, Hugo ly on fashion and jewellers. Dining is offered Boss, Dior and Gucci. at the five-star hotel next door which, like the mall, is a dazzling creation of glass chic. BUGIS JUNCTION BUGIS 3 New Bugis Street PARAGON SHOPPING CENTRE www.bugisstreet.com.sg 290 Orchard Road This is one of the more vibrant shopping malls; www.paragon.com.sg part indoor department store, part open-air Multi award-winning Paragon is a high-end shopping street, this modern retail space feels mall housing luxury consumer goods and OUR FAVOURITE... like a combination of the Bugis Street Market sought after in-trend brands from across the and Bugis+ mall that both sit across the road. world. Spread across six levels are fashion The mall also benefits from Bugis Street MRT stores, eateries, designer department outlets Station, just a few stops away from the cen- and sports boutiques including Jimmy Choo, tre of Singapore. The standout feature here is Canale Patisserie Chocolatier, Muji and Nike. SHOPPING the huge glass roof that provides a handsome Parents will find plenty of choice in brand shelter, as well as the cute colonial shop hous- name kids clothing such as Armani Kids, Petit es and hawker-style carts that line the main Bateau and Guess Kids. shopping avenue. The range of Singapore shopping malls is so vast that some visitors to this tiny MANDARIN GALLERY island state book their plane tickets purely for one reason: to shop til they drop! ION ORCHARD 333A Orchard Road 2 Orchard Turn www.mandaringallery.com.sg The shopping hub of the country, Orchard Road, features heavily on our Top www.ionorchard.com Formerly known as the Meritus Mandarin 10 list, with mega malls such as ION Orchard and Ngee Ann City Mall both firm A stylish architectural wonder, ION Orchard Shopping Arcade, the sparkling Mandarin favourites. Singapore shopping malls are diverse too; a trip to Little India’a 24- glows like a futuristic beacon at the end of Or- Gallery brings the very best international de- chard Road enticing fashionistas and luxury signers and personalised tailored shopping to hour Mustafa Centre certainly makes for a memorable experience, and VivoCity, shoppers inside. Welcome to Singapore’s most Orchard road. Situated adjoined to the pres- near Sentosa, is so big you could spend a whole week shopping, dining and glamorous shopping complex a glass, marble tigious Mandarin Orchard hotel, the mall is exploring its various entertainment facilities. All of these - and more - feature in and steel work of art where there are even ex- compact but very couture with brands such tra special toilets for high spending custom- as Marc Jacobs and Just Cavalli showcasing our list of the Top 10 Shopping Malls in Singapore! ers and celebrities. Superior services include high-end merchandise.#

– 38 – – 39 – NATIONAL GALLERY RICH HISTORY 1 St. Andrew’s Rd, Singapore www.nationalgallery.sg ON CANVAS The curatorial narrative explores four prolific writer on art criticism and creativity. scan the QR codes there using the Gallery Ex- main themes places in a broadly chronolog- The exhibition explores the relationship be- plorer App or your QR code scanner. ical sequence, each one critically examining tween his artistic creations and literary writ- This installation was created by Kaylene the shared artistic impulse of the region for ing by bringing together major works from Tan and Ben Slater in collaboration with Boey each period: Authority and Anxiety, Imagin- Singapore’s National Collection and a key Kim Cheng, Amanda Lee Koe and Aswani As- ing Country and Self, Manifesting the Nation, Southeast Asian private collection. wath (text); Evan Tan and Victor Low (sound/ and Re:Defining Art. The third in a series of exhibitions at the music); Ling Hao and Faiz Bin Zohri (design/ This exhibition contains some artworks Wu Guanzhong Gallery, this exhibition pro- landscape); Rebecca Lee (production). with potentially sensitive imagery. Visitor dis- vides a new perspective and facilitate a deeper cretion is advised. understanding towards appreciating Wu’s art Until April 30, Esplanade Park that epitomises mastery and innovation with- Ongoing, UOB Southeast Asia Gallery, in the wider context of ink aesthetics. LIU KANG GALLERY Supreme Court Wing, Level 3–5 The Liu Kang Gallery, located within the DBS Until September 29, City Hall Wing, Level 4, Singapore Gallery, commemorates pioneer SIAPA NAMA KAMU? Wu Guanzhong Gallery artist Liu Kang’s role in the development of ”Siapa Nama Kamu?” means ”What is your modern art in Singapore. In May 2003, Liu name?” The inaugural exhibition of the DBS UNDER THE FIVE TREES Kang (1911–2004) and his wife Chen Jen Pin Singapore Gallery poses this question, invit- Five trees, five songs and five stories, waiting (1913–2009) shared his oeuvre by donating ing visitors to consider how art may relate to be discovered in the Esplanade Park. Draw- more than 1,000 works to the National Collec- to issues of self and community, and what it ing from the area’s rich history as a place for tion, forming the largest donation of an artist’s means to look at Singapore through its art. lovers and loners to hide, Under the Five Trees work ever made to the Collection.# Siapa Nama Kamu? weaves together a is a site-specific audio and environmental in- SIAPA NAMA KAMU Photo: National Gallery Singapore rich and captivating narrative of artworks in stallation that combines sound, music, poetry, Ongoing, City Hall Wing, Level 2, a broadly chronological sequence, covering narrative and landscape design. DBS Singapore Gallery Singapore’s art history from the 19th century Bring your headphones and visit the Un- to the present day. Drawing on close to 400 der the Five Trees sites at the Esplanade Park, To get a good impression on Singapore´s rich cultural history and heritage, the works, it explores the influences and practices National Gallery is a good place to go. Ongoing exhibitions of different kinds show that have shaped and transformed Singapore the history of the Lion City. In both fiery oil colours and sombre gouache the magic of art. Each artwork provides insights into why and how an artist responded to his surround- Singapore comes to life with the help of artistic impressions. ings and circumstances. Taken as a whole, the wide range of artworks reflects the complexi- ties involved in telling this extensive story. LIM CHENG HOE: PAINTING SINGAPORE BETWEEN DECLARATIONS AND DREAMS: ART OF Lim Cheng Hoe (1912–1979) was the leading watercolour artist of SOUTHEAST ASIA SINCE THE 19TH CENTURY Ongoing, All Day, City Hall Wing, Level 2 his generation and co-founded the Singapore Watercolour Society. Housed in the former Supreme Court building, the UOB South- Largely self-taught, he studied painting under the then-art inspector of east Asia Gallery presents an exhibition on the art of Southeast Asia WU GUANZHONG: EXPRESSIONS schools, Richard Walker, and honed his skills in the 1950s and 1970s by through shared artistic impulses across the region. OF PEN & PALETTE practicing and interacting with fellow artists during outdoor painting Starting in the 19th century, the history of Southeast Asian art is National Gallery Singapore presents Wu sessions. Beginning with the early days of his practice in the 1930s, this characterised by a continuous encounter with the new, inseparably Guanzhong Expressions of Pen & Palette to exhibition features over 60 artworks, sketches and archival materials linked to the region’s tumultuous social and political history. The commemorate the centennial year of the that highlight Lim’s mastery of outdoor watercolour landscape paint- meaning and expression of art was constantly negotiated as artists of artist’s birth in 2019. An innovator in fusing ing. Southeast Asia sought to incorporate and reinvent local expressions Chinese ink with Western modernism, and and aesthetic traditions as they grappled with modernity. a significant painter of the 20th century, Wu Until June 9, City Hall Wing, Level 4 Gallery Guanzhong (1919–2010) is also known as a BETWEEN DECLARATIONS AND DREAMS Photo: National Gallery Singapore

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Penthouse / 3-Bedroom Premiere Residence Today everybody is equipped with a high resolution camera in their smart phones and images have become an everyday commodity snapping away like never before. But this has not always been the case. Not too many years ago taking a photo involved large pieces of equipment, chemicals and knowledge2017 on how to operate focus, aperture and exposing time. Not everything was better in the “good old days”. Because most of the time, you’ll be out. Which is a bit of a shame, as our serviced The Vintage Camera’s Museum itself is set in the form of tographs featuring interesting facets about photography residences are perfect for the modern living. But as we’re located at the heart of the a camera, and the entry is shaped like a lens. There are including an authentic replica of the first ever photograph around 1000 cameras on display right from replicas of the taken. Visit the museum to witness the unique experience Orchard area, you’ll have Singapore’s best restaurants, shops and entertainment, world’s biggest camera - the mammoth camera till the lat- to learn about the transformation and the untold story of right on your doorstep. And its location gives you easy access to businesses across the est technological gadget, a 11 gram camera. Some of the cameras.# island. So when you stay at 8 on Claymore Serviced Residences, we’d love to see you, other unique cameras which can be viewed in the museum are a walking stick camera, spy cameras, pigeon cameras, Vintage Camera Museum, but we have the feeling you’ll be out. www.vintagecamerasmuseumsg.com 3D cameras and pistol cameras to name a few. Besides, m a naged b y the museum also has on display, rare collection of pho- 8 Claymore Hill, Singapore 229572 F +65 6737 8688 E [email protected] Royal Plaza on Scotts 25 Scotts Road Singapore 228220 www.royalplazagroup.com.sg www.royalplazagroup.com.sg Fax: (65) 6737 6646 Email: [email protected] – 42 – GO!singapore.pdf 1 13/7/18 4:10 PM

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Let´s agree on that smoking is a bad habit. Not only for the active smokers but For almost 100 years the German compa- Located in the neoclassical monument building of The Fuller- for everybody that has to be exposed to ny Leica has built some of the most ico- ton Hotel and adjacent to historical landmarks like Cavanagh people puffing away in restaurants and nic cameras enjoyed by both skilled amat- Bridge, Clifford Pier and the Customs House, the new Leica Galerie Fullerton brings to Singapore, the platform and ideal bars not taking into consideration that eurs and professionals alike. The small, all forum to share the love and joy of photography. other might not enjoy it. There are a couple hand built precision camera never flaunted Leica Camera shares a passion for and a love of creative of things you have to take into conside- big and flashy models since excellence is photography of the highest standards with many people around the world, which is why making such works and their ration when visiting Singapore and public always delivered in small packages. Many creators accessible to people with this passion has always been smoking is one of them. iconic and historical photos has been taken of utmost importance. For decades now, and for this precise by this camera and even though everybody reason, Leica has offered both prominent photographers and Singapore has an effective law on how and where to smoke, both in emerging new talents an opportunity to present their work private and in public. This is not to expel smokers from enjoying their today has a high resolution camera in their to a wider audience and this is why the Leica Galleries were habit but to ensure everybody else´s possibility to enjoy the public are- smart phones, Leica still has a large fan-ba- conceived.# as and to create a healthy lifestyle of those who don´t light up every se of diehard photographers that enjoy the now and then. Leica Galerie Singapore, The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore So if you have to toot away, please ensure that you can do so in a quality of the brand. designated area and don´t discard the cigarette just anywhere. Show respect to your fellow humans even though the best thing is to quit smoking altogether.#

– 44 – – 45 – OUR FAVOURITE... MAXWELL FOOD CENTRE 83 hawker stalls and seats 1,400 diners at any 1 Kadayanallur Street given time. After dining at the Market, take a This hawker center stands in Chinatown, two walking tour of Tiong Bahru that goes deep rows of over a 100 stalls serving dishes that into the sleepy, laid-back neighborhood and have achieved legendary status. The now leg- its hipster-friendly shops. HAWKERS endary Tian Tian Chicken Rice got its start here and still serves their famously tender SINGAPORE FOOD Hainanese chicken rice daily. Other famous TRAIL, SINGAPORE FLYER favorites include Zhen Zhen Porridge, Marina 30 Raffles Avenue Singaporeans take their food very seriously. If you don’t believe South Delicious Food’s char kway teow, and This period-themed al fresco ”food street” this, walk down to a Singapore hawker center, and taste for Zhong Xing Fu Zhou Fish Ball and their thick, recalls the ”good old days” before the govern- yourself. You’ll see tourists mingling with working stiffs, stuffing slurpy, scrumptious lor mee noodles. ment forced itinerant street vendors into permanent hawker centers. The design sensibility their faces with Chinese, Indian, Malay, Western, and some exotic OLD AIRPORT takes pains to recreate the street food dining Southeast Asia food choices. ROAD HAWKER CENTRE experience, down to the 17 cart-shaped hawk- Don’t be fooled by the variety and excellent flavors, the dishes 19 Old Airport Road er stalls and the hallway that emulates a busy This public hawker center in the Katong lane. The hawker stalls doing business here all served in Singapore hawker centers are as cheap as they are neighborhood has been ladling out local fa- hail from other, more famous public hawker delicious. You can get a hearty, authentically Asian meal for less vorites since 1973. About 168 stalls serves leg- centers, names revealing their hawker center than SGD 3. For the Singaporean hawker center experience, do endary delicious char kway teow, satay, rojak of origin, with street food masters from Be- and satay bee hoon among others. When the dok, Old Airport Road and Chinatown sell- not dare miss these places when you’re in town. government got hawkers off the streets in the ing the finest satay, char kway teow, and satay 1970s the move into hawker centers did them celup. no harm and some of them carried their stellar reputations into their Old Airport Road MAKANSUTRA GLUTTONS BAY digs. Old Airport Road offers great value for 8 Raffles Avenue money: the island’s most delicious foods will The hawker list has been carefully curated only set you back about SGD 5-7. to represent both old hawker names and up- and-comers: all the better for diners visiting BUKIT TIMAH MARKET the upscale Marina Bay District and hoping & HAWKER CENTRE for something closer to the authentic hawk- 116 Upper Bukit Timah Road er experience. The stunning view aside, you With only 84 stalls on the second floor, Bukit come for the food: the 12 hawker stalls in Ma- Timah Market & Food Centre should count kansutra’s open-air foodcourt serve what K.F. as one of the island’s smaller hawker centers. Seetoh calls ”an old style, open-air street food Its location in Clementi puts it far from Sin- stall that we used to have in the 60s and 70s.” gapore’s main tourist action, too - the nearest The court seats about 500 guests, who enjoy MRT station is a good fifteen-minute walk satay, grilled squid, and wondrously delicious away. The famous stalls make it worth a de- banana kaya dessert. tour, though: you can tell which ones are the best by long lines and press clippings stuck on LAU PA SAT FESTIVAL MARKET their glass windows. A visit to nearby malls 18 Raffles Quay Bukit Timah Plaza and Bukit Timah Shopping This premium hawker center in Singapore’s Centre completes the trip. business district has enough interior space to seat over 2,000 diners feasting on the fare TIONG BAHRU FOOD sold by the Market’s more than 200 food stalls. MARKET & HAWKER CENTRE The intricate cast-iron structure dates back to 83 Seng Poh Road 1894 and was built by the British. It has been The Singapore government smartly decided a hawker center since 1973. After dark, Boon to adapt the design of Tiong Bahru Market Tat Street beside Lau Pa Sat transforms into to the surrounding estate Art Moderne ar- an al fresco satay street, with about dozen out- chitecture when it was rebuilt in 2004. On the door stalls grilling satay, chicken wing, and second-floor the hawker center houses about barbecued seafood for a rapt crowd.#

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THE PHANTOM VISITS SANDS Standing tall close to the Marina Bay Sands, the symbol of Singapore is the THEATRE mystical creature of the Merlion. It even has its own park. Not too bad for a animal with a lion´s head and the body of a fish. Singapore attracts yet one more international award-winning musical. Here is its story. The story is over 100 years old but still amazes audiences around the The Merlion is the national personification of Singapore. The name world. combines the words “mer”, meaning the sea, and “lion”. The fish body represents Singapore’s origin as a fishing village and the lion head rep- The Phantom of the Opera tells the tale of a disfigured the longest-running show on Broadway, having celebrated resents Singapore’s original name—Singapura—meaning “lion city”. musical genius known only as ‘The Phantom’ who haunts its 30th anniversary last year, and has won more than 70 In 1972 it was originally placed at the mouth of the Singapore River. the depths of the Paris Opera House. Mesmerised by major theatre awards, including seven Tony Awards and In 2002, the statue and its cub were moved 120 metres to the current the talents and beauty of a young soprano Christine, the four Olivier Awards, including one for Best Musical. place in Merlion Park where it stands in front of The Fullerton Hotel. Phantom lures her as his protégé and falls fiercely in love The 37 strong international cast is joined by a full It measures 8.6 metres high and weighs 70 metric tons. with her. Unaware of Christine’s love for Raoul, the Phan- 11-piece live orchestra playing some of Lloyd Webber’s In daily speach Singaporeans often substitute the term “Merlion” tom’s obsession sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events most memorable music, including “The Phantom of the instead of vomiting, in reference of the constant gushing of water from where jealousy, madness and passions collide. Opera”, “Think of Me”, “Wishing You Were Somehow Here the Merlion’s mouth. It is now used by Singaporean medical staff as Andrew Lloyd Webber’s most famous musical, based Again”, “All I Ask Of You” and “Music of the Night”.# slang for a patient who suffers from vomiting.# on a novel by Gaston Leroux from 1910, is also one of the most successful in entertainment history, playing to over Phantom of the Opera, April 24–May 26, Sands Theatre, 145 million people in 150 cities across 30 countries. It is Marina Bay Sands, www.marinabaysands.com Photo: Singapore Tourism Board

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