OCTOBER 2017

CALENDAR

DANCE, DRAMA & THEATRE

FAMILY Stamford American International School Open House (5-6 OCT) Tour the campus and find out more about the school’s International Baccalaureate (IB) programme this October. The Early Learning Village, Elementary and Secondary campuses will all be open for visits. sais.edu.sg/open-events The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites (6-15 OCT) Bring the kids for a day out at this theatre production featuring eccentric characters including Little Cloud, The Mixed Up Chameleon, and The Very Hungry Caterpillar who eats everything and anything. Victoria Theatre. Tickets from Sistic. Tanglin Trust School Open House (12 OCT) Get a taste of life at Tanglin Trust School at this Open House day, which includes performances and presentations by students and staff, and the chance to mingle with them and the members of the PTA. Register on the school website. 95 Portsdown Road. tts.edu.sg Halloween Family Night Out (27-28 OCT & 3-5 NOV) Enjoy interactive games, storytelling and treasure hunts at KidZania this Halloween. From spooky treats to magic shows, there won’t be a dull moment. Be sure to come dressed in your Halloween best for the chance to win prizes! KidZania Singapore. halloweenfno.com British Education and Schools Show in Asia (BESSA) (28 OCT) Find out more about UK colleges and meet admission directors at the upcoming BESSA event. Aside from valuable advice from tutors, there will be the chance to speak to current students from prestigious schools including Abbey DLD Colleges and Cheltenham Ladies’ College. The Shangri-La Hotel. Tickets from Eventbrite.

Sebastian Bach Live in Singapore (18 OCT) Don’t miss 80s and 90s rock legend Sebastian Bach – formerly of Skid Row – as he performs in Singapore as part of this upcoming world tour. Classics such as “18 and Life”, “Youth Gone Wild” and “I Remember You” are bound to feature. Kallang Theatre. Tickets from Sistic. Nidarosdomens Guttekor and re:SOUND Chamber Orchestra (20-21 OCT) Catch the 900-year-old Nidaros Cathedral Men and Boys’ Choir this October, as they’re joined by Singapore’s professional chamber orchestra re:SOUND Collective to perform traditional and classical works, including Giacomo Puccini’s classic Messa di Gloria . Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from Sistic.

Fun Home by Pangdemonium (UNTIL 15 OCT) Follow the life of Alison as she navigates life in a dysfunctional family. This powerful coming-of-age tale offers a passionate portrayal of a daughter’s determination to understand and connect with her brilliant, volatile and enigmatic father. pangdemonium.com Kevin Bridges Live in Singapore (3 OCT) Dubbed Scotland’s biggest comedy act, Kevin Bridges’ stand-up show in Singapore promises to be a night of laughter and honest conversation. Capitol Theatre. Tickets from Sistic. Forever Young (11-21 OCT) Set in 2067, this hilarious production from Sing’theatre chronicles the life of a group of retired actors living in a nursing home who are looked after by a no-nonsense nurse, Sister Sara, while still believing they’re limber enough to be part of the arts scene. Tickets from Sistic. SOTA Drama Theatre. Stuttgart Ballet in John Cranko’s Romeo and Juliet (12-14 OCT) Enjoy the classic Shakespearean tragedy in the form of classical dance by the Stuttgart Ballet. Watch as the story of the star- crossed lovers unfolds through lavish sets, spectacular choreography and engaging storytelling. Esplanade Theatre. Tickets from Sistic.

Nidarosdomens Guttekor and re:SOUND Chamber Orchestra

Forever Young

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