What's On Today: Sunday 14 March 2010

Exhibit drawn from the Singapore Art Museum’s permanent collection. Works by some of the region's best known artists offer multiple manifestations of life, society and traditions in Southeast Asia. Singapore Art Museum, 71 Bras Basah Road.

Ng Eng Teng (1934 – 2001) was a painter and potter by training but is most recognised for his sculptural pieces featuring humanist themes. NUS Museum has over 1,000 of Ng's works including sketches, paintings, maquettes, sculptures, figurines and pottery. NUS Museum.

A comprehensive history of Chinese ceramic art with more than 100 ceramic pieces dating from prehistory to the early 20th Century, representing wares produced by major kilns in China. NUS Museum, FREE.

The development of Neo-Realism in Philippines-- artists in the 1950s to mid-60s who adopted a modernist approach to ‘re-presentation’, through semi-figurative distortion and abstraction. Features modernists such as Arturo Luz, Vicente Manasala, Jose Joya, HR Ocampo and Cesar Legaspi, the exhibition represents the largest overseas loan of artworks to-date by the Ateneo Art Gallery. Part of NHB's Philippine Fiesta. Singapore Art Museum.

Showcases over 60 paper and plastic bags in the National Museum’s collection, many on display for the first time. Together with contextual photos, the display highlights different uses of the ubiquitous carrier bag, its role as a mobile advertisement, and also sheds light on the paper bag business in Singapore. The Balcony, National Museum of Singapore, 10.00-20.00, Free.

Presented by National Museum of Singapore, in cooperation with Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna, Egyptian and Near Eastern Department. An insight to the ancient Egyptian’s attitude to life and the afterlife, and the preparations they made to ensure their transition from earthly existence to immortality. 230 artefacts spanning from 4500 BCE to 1st century BCE- this exhibition endeavours to place tomb objects in their social, religious and artistic context. Exhibition Galleries, Basement, National Museum of Singapore, 10.00-18.00.

Through stamps and interactive displays, learn about the rich and diverse culture of the Philippines and journey through its breathtaking natural sites. Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23 B Coleman Street.

Exhibition arises as outcome of a dialogue between artist, Michael Tan and sociologist, Caroline Knowles on the world's most popular and best selling foot ware – Flip-Flops. An object biography of a single flip-flop as a vantage point in studying the landscapes, peoples and processes entangled with it. NUS Museum, 50 Kent Ridge Crescent, 10.00-19.30 (Tuesday-Saturday), 10.00-18.00 (Sunday).

Features ceramics produced in Southeast Asian kilns from as early as the 11th century. Research in ceramics over the past decades has uncovered a wealth of data about the centres of production, characteristics of wares from various kilns and the active time frame of these sites. NUS Museum, 50 Kent Ridge Crescent, 10.00-19.30 (Tuesday-Saturday), 10.00-18.00 (Sunday).

European ceramics donated by Mr. and Mrs. Toshio Egawa two years ago. Produced mainly in the 18th century in English and European kilns, these wares reflect Japanese and Chinese influence. Shaw Foundation Foyer, ACM Empress Place, Free.

402 jewelled works of art from Mughal India, from The al-Sabah Collection in Kuwait. Travelling exhibition. Special Exhibitions Gallery, ACM Empress Place.

Discover Singapore’s 11 National Treasures in the History Gallery and four Living Galleries ― themed as Fashion, Food, Film & Wayang and Photography. An opportunity to learn about Singapore’s historical journey and vibrant culture. National Museum of Singapore, 10.00-18.00.

A shell-like geometric structure that takes its pattern from the irregular steps of the Esplanade concourse. It is a puzzle reminiscent of a structure of two opposing sounds coming together, an idea that comes from the musical term ‘polychord'. Esplanade Concourse, Free.

Ng Joon Kiat’s new series of contemplative contemporary paintings are inspired by local television shows from the past, and he is interested in highlight the visual frames of these programmes. Jendela (Visual Arts Space), Esplanade, Free.

An installation made up of a series of prints and mixed media, in a visual trail of colours. Tunnel, Esplanade, Free.

The Ramayana epic and its narration in visual, performing and literary arts of South and Southeast Asia. The story of the Ramayana epic is told through shadow puppets, paintings on paper and cloth, and photographs of ancient monuments representing the epic from South and Southeast Asia. Peranakan Museum.

Survey of artwork of contemporary artist, FX Harsono. Offers a glimps of the political social and cultural changes that have shaped Indonesian society and the artists response and re-evaluation of his role thoughout this history. Singapore Art Museum

Some of Singapore Art Museum's most iconic contemporary artworks in its collection on display: painting, sculpture, video, photography, performance art from across Southeast Asia are brought together. SAM 8Q building is transformed into a dramatic stage for these stars and icons. Singapore Art Museum at 8Q SAM, 8 Queen Street.

22 paintings from the donation of the Chinese Artist Wu Guanzhong. This exhibition is inspired by Wu’s metaphor of the kite and is an incubator project by the National Art Gallery Singapore. Singapore Art Museum.

A collaboration between NUS Museum and The National Gallery, Singapore, this is the first exhibition on the late Cheong Soo Pieng since his last solo exhibition 19 years ago. The exhibition emphasies on the archival and is presented to facilitate future research and projects on the aspects of Cheong's practice and his influence on later generations of artists. Southeast ASian Gallery and NX Gallery, NUS Museum, Free.

A selection of modern paintings, which illustrate the influences, reactions and interactions of women. Bright, bold, colorful paintings which depict the diversity of the today's multicultural woman. Trade Winds, Hollandse Club, 22 Camden Park, 09.00-23.00, Free admission.

Collaboration of six local emerging artists from different backgrounds and unique artistic styles, a diverse blend of artworks in a variety of styles including oil, acrylic, watercolour and mixed media. The artists featured are Rosihan Dahim, Vincent Chow, William Sim, Jenny Sim and Khai. fill-your-walls gallery, 21 Tanjong Pagar Road, #04-02, 10.00-22.00, Free admission.

Presented by Art Zone. More than 300 art pieces and collaborative collages by children aged 3-13. Print Gallery, The Arts House, 11.00-19.00, Free.

Ng Joon Kiat's new series of contemplative contemporary paintings is inspired by local television shows of the past and explore the spaces in these TV frames as a commentary on the changing landscapes of Singapore, Jendela, Level 2 Esplanade Mall, 11.00-20.30 (Monday-Friday), 10.00-20.30 (Saturday-Sunday), Free.

Sculptures are hand carved from solid stone by Shona Artists in Zimbabwe. Barossa Furnishings, 478 River Valley Road, 12.00-19.00.

Clearing stock, up to 50%, moving out by the end of April. Tanglin Mall, 03-01.

215 stalls featuring a nostalgic offering of wares and services by artisans of vanishing trades including clog makers, calligrapher and Chinese opera mask painters. A wide selection of items ranging from handicrafts, fashion apparels, electronics goods, jewellery, trinkets, modern home accessories and local food items. Pagoda, Trengganau and Sago Streets, 11.00-23.00.

Weekend market. For the first time the use of the River Promenade for the Singapore River Market. Front of Central Mall, 15.00-23.00.

All things for the upcoming school term including trendy clothes, apparel and accessories, educational software, stationery, healthy snacks. Far East Plaza Concourse, 11.00-21.30.

New i theatre production. For ages 4 and above. Family musical for all ages, with puppets, mayhem and madness! Alliance Francaise Theatre, 1 Sarkies Road, various times.

Arts festival for ages 3-7. One ticket needed to see shows, join workshops, look at exhibitions. Two specially arranged packs: chamber pack and play den pack. The Arts House, 09.30-12.30 and 15.30-18.30.

A Players Theatre production from the book by Laura Numeroff illustrated by Felicia Bond. Ulu Pandan CC Theatrette, 5th Floor, Ulu Pandan Community Club.

Romantic ballet with staging by Janek Schergen after Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot. A ballet filled with mystery, otherworldly beauty, excitement, danger and death. Victoria Theatre, 20.00 (Saturday-Sunday also at 15.00.).

Song, dance and theatre performed in Malay with English surtitles. Si Tanggang – A tale of a son’s dream and a mother’s hope for a better life. UCC Theatre, National University of Singapore, 20.00.

For up and coming photographers, living in Singapore, not published in a nationwide publication, the chance to have your work published in an international fashion magazine. Win a Blackberry, prizes from ION Orchard, a holiday and an editorial feature in the June 2010 Harper’s BAZAAR Singapore issue.

Annual festival held at the Esplanade and at the SIFAS auditorium. See individual listings.

Celebration of the Arts House sixth anniversary- dance, film, literary arts, music, theatre, visual arts. See individual listings.

Annual event to commemorate Ireland's patron saint, organised by the Irish Chamber of Commerce and St. Patrick's Society. With over 700 marchers and performers including brass bands, Irish fiddlers, traditional Irish dance, Malay dancers, percussion groups, Star Wars troopers, food and drink. Starts from Raffles Statue at ACM Empress Place to UOB Plaza. From 15.30.

Look at the cinema section in AngloINFO for what is currently on at the movies. Each cinema has a comprehensive listing of movie and timings. Also possible to purchase tickets online.

Long-established organization promoting the appreciation of film as a medium of both art and entertainment.

Concert of delicate, heartrending duets, orchestral works, folksy gaucho-style pieces, stripped-down, modernist arrangements and intimate, impassioned vocal numbers. Esplanade Concert Hall, 19.30.

Winners of the 2006 National A Cappella Championships in Singapore, the group performs original arrangements and interpretations of popular melodies from an eclectic mix of genres. UCC Dance Studio, 20.00, Free.

Western classical-jazz pianist Makoto Ozone started as a jazz musician, and only began developing his skills as a western classical musician later in his career. Esplanade Recital Studio, 19.30, 21.30.

Thomson Big Band and Thomson Swing Band are traditional big bands - saxophones, trumpets, trombones and a full rhythm section. Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage, Singapore Botanic Garden, 18.00-19.30, Free.

Electro indie-pop sounds from this trio band Heather D'Angelo, Erika Forster and Annie Hart. Esplanade Theatre Studio, 19.30, 22.00.

Computers, synthesizers and an admiration for 80s synthpop. Outdoor Theatre, 20.00-20.40, 22.00-22.40, Free.

A blend of the west coast and east coast sounds of hip hop with Filipino flavour. Outdoor Theatre, The Esplanade, 21.00-21.40, 23.00-23.40, Free.

A sonic journey through the history of Singapore in a sprawling soundscape installation. Tour culminates in a performance that blends old and new, East and West, electronic and acoustic, sounds and melodies, that reflect the international melting pot of Singapore. University Cultural Centre, 20.00.

The unconventional Four to Tango string quartet, Cosplay singer Rika and members of the NUS Symphonic Orchestra and the NUS Electronic Music Lab in an evening of music from anime - from classics like Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam to Miyazaki's Spirited Away and Ghost in the Shell. UCC Courtyard, National University of Singapore, 20.00, Free.

The G-MAX shoots up to 60m into the air, with speeds reaching 200km/h! With over 1,000,000 jumps under its belt and a 100% safety record, you can simply strap yourself in and focus on enjoying the thrill of your life with an awesome adrenaline rush! Open daily from 11:00-22:30, each ride lasts between 5-7 minutes.Now open at Clarke Quay

Take an adrenaline charged ride from a 650m hilltop to the beach in less than two minutes! This is the first attraction of its kind in Southeast Asia. Open: 10:00-18:00 (weekdays),10:00-19:30(weekends). Imbiah Lookout,Sentosa Island

Have a go on a proper high wire trapeze with full safety facilities. Siloso Beach 16:00 - 18:00 Tue - Fri 16:00 - 19:00 Sat, Sun & Public Holidays.

Purpose built indoor cricket facility: High-density rubber surface specifically for Cage Cricket which will form the batting wicket; specialized equipment such as special indoor balls and lighter bats have been brought in. Special tournaments and training programmes, booking round the clock. The Cage, 38 Jalan Benaan Kapal, 399635.

Come take a trial ride for evaluation. Contact Bukit Timah Saddle Club, 51 Fairways (off Eng Neo Avenue).

For ages 7 and above. Eight lessons. On going. All levels except beginning course must become members. Bukit Timah Saddle Club, 51 Fairways (off Eng Neo Avenue).

A talk by Veena Talwar Oldenburg, Professor of History, Baruch College, City University of New York. Through the life and times of thise women, Professor Oldenburg chronicles changes in the cultural profile of the city over this period. Celedon Room, NUS Museum, 19.00-20.30, free, register sassec@nus.edu.sg

The first 4-dimensional theatre in Singapore and the largest in Southeast Asia, Sentosa 4D Magix presents a mind-blowing interactive experience. Every half hour from 10:00 to 20:30 Tel:6274 5355. 51B Cable Car Road, Sentosa

Toy Factory production directed by Goh Boon Teck and featuring actors from both television and theatre. Based on Harper Lee's novel as adapted by Christopher Sergel. Drama Centre Theatre, 20.00 (Tuesday-Saturday), 15.00 (Saturday-Sunday).

Comic marial arts performance returns to Singapore this time with a newly designed nonverbal dynamic comedy performance mixed with extreme break-dancing, based on a story of prisoners on the run who find shelter in a convent. Esplanade Theatre, Friday at 20.00, Saturday at 15.00 and 20.00, Sunday at 13.00.

A “collective musing” project. Live music and sound, multi-media art and animation unearth and draw out worlds of imagination lost in the process of growing up. Recommended for ages 16 and above. Audience is required to lie down to watch the performance. Esplanade Recital Studio, 19.30, 21.30.

Necessary Stage Production. With Goh Guat Kian, Siti Khalijah and Karen Tan, directed by Alvan Tan, written by Haresh Sharma. A man stabs an MP at a Meet the People Session- however, this is the story of three women: the man's girlfriend an Indonesian maid, the MP's wife, and the maid's employer. The Necessary Stage Black Box, 278 Marine Parade Road, #B1-02 Marine Parade Community Building, Thursday-Saturday (20.00), Saturday-Sunday (15.00).

Experience the different stages of the divine incarnate Rama's journey as he rids the world of the evil Rakshasa known as Ravana. Performed by artistes from the Mudrika Ensemble, Bangalore and students from Shruthilaya Dance School, Singapore, and choreographed by Ms Gayatri Sriram and Mrs Minal Prabhu. Ngee Ann Auditorium, ACM Empress Place, 17.00-19.00.

Singapore's tallest observatory tower offers panoramic views at 131 metres above sea level across Singapore and has a capacity for 72 people in the air-conditioned cabin. 09:00 to 21:00

The Merlion, Singapore's symbol stands at 37 metres high. See an animation feature and discover more about the Merlion. Imbiah Lookout, Sentosa 10:00 -20:00.

An oceanarium on Sentosa is home to more than 2,500 fishes from 250 different species. Also on offer are interactive programmes such as 'Dive with the Sharks' or 'Dive with the Dugong' which are available upon advance booking. Siloso Point, Sentosa, 09:00 to 21:00.

A themed entertainment about the images and history of Singapore expolring legend, fact and folklore. Imbiah Lookout, Sentosa 09:00 - 19:00

A journey to history and Singapore's colourful past lifestyle from Suntec City, a modern cluster of impressive buildings in the heart of the city. Visit the bustling enclave of Katong and Joo Chiat. Next, a visit to Changi Prison Museum then to Changi Village. 109C Amoy Street, Singapore 069929 Tel: 6220 1661 dailytours@rmgtours.com.sg Tour starts at 1400 and takes 3.5 hours, minimum 4 people.

The Red Lantern is a unique night adventure that include the ‘infamous’ red light district of Singapore. Included in this tour are also the fabulous experiences of the night scenes in Chinatown, Bugis, Clarke Quay and Orchard. A touring adventure on the breezy open top HiPPObus. Board at Sentosa, SVC@Suntec City , Animal Farm@Orchard Tel: 6338 6877 18:00 - 22:00 daily 4 hours.

The trishaw riders will take you along designated routes in Little India and Chinatown. Each trishaw ride will last an average of 30 - 45 minutes. For Little India call Alphaland Travel Services Pte Ltd Tel: 6333 0381/2, Trishaw tour starts from Sungei Road or Trishaw Tours Pte Ltd Tel: 6545 6311 Trishaw tour starts from Albert Mall or Triwheel Tours Pte Ltd Tel: 6336 9025/6 Trishaw tour starts from Albert Mall or Singapore Explorer Pte Ltd Tel: 6339 6833 Trishaw tour starts from Liang Court and Bencoolen Link. For China Town, Singapore Explorer Pte Ltd Tel: 6339 6833 Trishaw tour starts from Chinatown Trishaw Park

Tour the Southern Islands and the renowned busiest port on board the replica of the famous Ming Dynasty imperial vessel, Cheng Ho. Enjoy the morning sun while taking the Morning Glory Cruise or a High Tea Cruise or an Imperial Dinner Cruises. 1 Maritime Square , Harbour Front Center #10-30 (Lobby A), Singapore 099253 Tel: 6533 9811, Fax: 6535 7743 Email: Sales@watertours.com.sg

Insights of the Amphibious Boat and Singapore History. The Amphibious boatpasses through Labrador Park and splashes into the water for a 20 minute ride. Listen to war stories behind Labrador Park and the Secret Tunnels. Finally, the SKYride (cable car) for a breathtaking view of Singapore. 16.45.

Ride in an authentic revamped WWII amphibious vehicle for a city exploration then splash down in the water for a different experience! 1 hour tour. Board at Marina Square. 08.45-15.45.

Experience 2 hours of exhilarating fun swinging from tree to tree five metres above the ground. 2 Tree Top Courses - 48 Activities - 5 Zip lines. Anyone from the Age of 5 can participate on the Kid's Course (minimum height 1.10m.) 10 is the recommended age for the Grand Course (minimum height 1.4m.) with under 18's accompanied by an adult. Bedok Resevoir Park, 10.00-18.00. Booking recommended.

A giant observation wheel that provides breathtaking, panoramic views of Singapore and beyond. 30 Raffles Avenue, #01-07 Singapore 039803 sfsales@adval.com.sg Tel: 6333 3311 [

Highlights on this walk include The Changi Museum, Johore Battery (Replica of WWII 15-inch gun battery), outside Selarang Barracks, Changi Village and Changi Beach (site of Sook Ching Massacre). With a stop outside Old Changi Prison to view its remains. Station, outside exit B, 10.00-13.00.

eXplorerkid operates the 25-m high Ferris Wheelat E!hub, each complete ride takes around three minutes. Each of its 16 fully air-conditioned capsules takes up to 6 people. E!hub Mall, Downtown East, 12.00-21.30 (M-F), 10.00-21.30 (weekends and public holidays).

From 12.18 on February 14, 2010

Tour includes Kranji War Memorial, Northern Beach where Japanese landed with Tanks, crossing the island taking the route past Tengah AirBase to Bukit Panjang. Pass Ford Factory, Clementi to Pasir Panjang, stop at last Coastal Defence Pillbox and visit Bukit Chandu Museum where last battle of war took place. Stop at Labrador Park for views across Southern Islands. Meet Dempsey Car Park, 09.00. For enquiries and reservations, contact German Club 64678802.

An opportunity to learn the basic elements and principles of line drawing, and study the proportion and structure of the human figure through observation, drawing with Charcoal, pencil, coloured pencils pen, markers and ink. Instructor: Tang Ling Nah. Celedon Room, NUS Museum, 10.30-12.30.

Mosaic Music Festival workshops are opportunities for audiences to get to know the musicians and their craft and for general Q&As. Esplanade Rehearsal Studio, 19.30.