Weekend guide (24-26 March): Sundown Marathon, World Gourmet Summit in Singapore

Here’s what’s happening in Singapore this weekend, from Friday (24 March) to Sunday (26 March).

Sphaeras, NOTHING TO DECLARE and We Are Imaginary

As part of Esplanade’s Rock The Region activities, 3 bands from Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines will be playing at the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre. Listen to the sounds of each city and embrace the diverse styles and cultures that all carry the rebel heart of rock ’n’ roll.

When: 24 March 2017
Where: Esplanade Outdoor Theatre
Price: Free

Top Restaurant

Beijing People’s Art Theatre returns to Esplanade to present Top Restaurant, a well-loved and internationally acclaimed play that chronicles the ups and downs of a Peking duck restaurant over half a century.

When: 23 – 26 March 2017
Where: Esplanade Theatre
Price: $38 – $128

OSIM Sundown Marathon 2017

Lace up and go for a refreshing night run with OSIM. There’s a wide variety of categories for participants to choose from, including a 5km fun race and a 42.194km marathon.

When: 25 – 25 March 2017
Where: F1 Pit Building
Price: $40 – $255

Transfix presents Roger Shah & Emma Hewitt

Let down your hair and let loose at Zouk with DJ Roger Shah, who has worked with artists such as Tiësto, Armin Van Buuren, and Paul Oakenfold. Joining him is Australian-born songstress Emma Hewitt, whose haunting melodies have earned her a legion of passionate fans around the world.

When: 25 March 2017, 9pm – 4am
Where: Zouk
Price: $30 for ladies, $25 for men

With/Out

With/Out is an re-interpretation of Paddy’s monologue, first presented through The Necessary Stage’s Completely With/Out Character.

The monologue was a candid account of Paddy Chew’s experiences as the first person to come out with HIV in Singapore.

Through the use of archived material and new content created by Loo Zihan, alongside award-winning performer Janice Koh, With/Out weaves together a multimedia experience that preserves our collective memory of Paddy’s monologue and relates it to our contemporary experience.

When: 23 – 26 March 2017
Where: Esplanade Theatre Studio
Price: $17 – $35

A Lighter Side of History: Caring For Your Heirloom

Join conservators from the Heritage Conservation Centre as they share their knowledge on how to care for your treasured family heirlooms, be they your most cherished jewellery, photographs, or wedding trousseau.

They will be introducing ways to determine the condition of the items, factors that can cause deterioration, as well as preventive measures such as proper storage and handling techniques that can help prolong the lifespan of your heirlooms.

When: 25 March 2017, 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Where: National Museum of Singapore
Price: Free with registration

ONGOING EVENTS

Warring Warriors: The Fundamentals of Rugby

The second season of rugby has just begun at the Singapore Sports Hub, and from March to May, there will be two big international tournaments taking place here. The Singapore Sports Museum has also launched a rugby exhibition titled “Warring Warriors: The Fundamentals of Rugby”, showcasing the history and growth of the sport in our country.

When: 13 March till 7 May 2017
Where: Singapore Sports Museum, 6 Stadium Walk, Singapore Sports Hub
Price: Adult tickets $10, Concession $5, children under 6 FREE

World Gourmet Summit Singapore 2017

Eating is Singapore’s national pastime, so why not take this chance to savour the world’s finest flavours at the World Gourmet Summit?

Visitors will get to sample an array of creations by a cast of celebrity and Michelin-starred chefs. There are also themed masterclasses for anyone looking to take their kitchen skills up a notch.

When: 20 March to 16 April 2017
Where: Various venues around Singapore
Price: Refer to event calendar

How Loneliness Goes

Local photographer Nguan captures the ideas of detachment and loneliness through a series of pastel-toned photographs. First showcased during the 2015 M1 Singapore Fringe Festival, the exhibition returns with new images on show.

When: 28 February to 12 April 2017
Where: FOST Gallery, Gillman Barracks, 1 Lock Road, Singapore 108932
Price: Free

LOCK ROUTE: Public Art @ Gillman Barracks

Inspired by the 24km route march army recruits go through, LOCK ROUTE features 16 outdoor installations, murals, and sculptures from 15 local and international artists.

When: Till 30 June
Where: Various locations across Gillman Barracks
Price: Free

Collecting Magic: From Stamps to Wands

Dive into the world of Harry Potter at a Harry Potter-themed exhibition. Here, you can find Harry Potter-themed stamps from around the world, including the world’s first licensed stamp set issued by Taiwan. Other collectibles and movie memorabilia you can catch include a replica of the Monster Book of Monsters, a textbook used by students in the movie, as well as a LEGO-bricks display of Gringotts.

When: Till 18 June (10am to 7pm daily)
Where: Singapore Philatelic Museum
Price: Free for Singaporeans and PRs, tickets priced at $8 per adult and $6 per child.

Studio Ghibli Artworks at Polar Bear Gallery

Studio Ghibli fans are in for a treat as Polar Bear Gallery brings you a permanent display of original celluloids from popular Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki. Works by Naohisa Inoue, who’s behind the surrealist background art for Whisper of the Heart, are also on display.

When: Till 29 July 2018 (12pm to 8pm from Friday to Saturday; 12pm to 6pm on Sunday)
Where: Polar Bear Gallery, 69A Haji Lane, Singapore 189262
Price: Free

Nyonya Needlework: Embroidery and Beadwork in the Peranakan World

Learn about Peranakan culture through this exhibition on embroidery and beadwork with over 200 art pieces on display. Also look out for workshops on embroidery and beadwork.

When: Till 18 June (10am to 9pm on Friday, 10am to 7pm on other days)
Where: Peranakan Museum
Price: $4 per adult for Singaporeans and PRs, $6 to $10 for non-citizens and non-PRs.

Surviving the Japanese Occupation: War and its Legacies

Take a trip down memory lane with this exhibition that marks the 75th anniversary of the fall of Singapore. Spread across four zones, explore exhibits such as war campaign documentary paintings and sobering diary entries.

When: Till 31 December 2018 (9am to 5:30pm from Monday to Saturday; 12pm to 5:30pm on Sunday)
Where: Old Ford Factory, 351 Upper Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 588192
Price: Free

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