Here’s What I Do As An Arts Programmer At Esplanade: Working In The Shadows
In our new series, Working In The Shadows, we peel back the curtains and put a spotlight on the people who play these unseen but important roles in the arts. Today we take a further look at what Hanie Nadia Hamzah, a programmer at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay,...
We’re Not Exclusive: A S’porean Solo Artist And Independently Published Poet On Our Music Scene
Vivien asks if we could meet at a bar near the Esplanade. I arrive and it seems pretty fancy. Vivien says “they have $5 Raspberry Vodkas”, and I thought that was the most on-brand way to begin an interview with the local singer-songwriter and published poet. With two...
Meet The Snake Charmer Who Has Been Dancing With Snakes For A Decade
You’ve probably heard or know of some friends who are into K-Pop dancing, Hip Hop or even pole dancing. But have you heard of Snake Belly Dancing? I met Sophie Apsara, the first professional Singapore Snake Bellydancer who has been dancing with snakes for 10...
