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Concert Series: NAFA Chorus

πŸ“… 11 Apr 2024, 730PM
πŸ“Lee Foundation Theatre, NAFA Campus 3
🎟️ Free Admission, register at https://chorus24nafa.eventbrite.sg

🎢 Join us for Concert Series: NAFA Chorus, directed by the Artistic Director of NAFA’s School of Music and Cultural Medallion winner, Mr Lim Yau.

🎼 Experience enchanting works by Mendelssohn, Brahms, Schubert, PÀrt, Takemitsu, and Chen Yi among others, performed by the talented NAFA Chorus.

🌟 Can't attend in person? Tune in to the free livestream at https://tinyurl.com/ls-chorus24nafa and enjoy the performance wherever!
Entrepreneurship Boot Camp 2024

πŸ“… 13-17 May 2024, 9AM - 5PM
πŸ“NAFA Campus 1, Tower Block #05-36
🎟 Free Admission. Sign up now at https://forms.office.com/r/8sw0Xq5VD9.

πŸš€ Calling all student entrepreneurs! Embark on a 5-day boot camp designed for creative minds, where you'll refine your business ideas and learn from industry leaders.

🀩 Win cash prizes up to S$1000 at the Demo Day and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey with confidence!

✨ Limited slots available. Secure yours now before 12 Apr. Don't miss this opportunity to turn your creative vision into a reality! For more information, visit https://studentnafaedu.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ECG/Ea-uz1alLaVCo-2lNeyxiRcBQo9Skf9D-fKIMOV9Cz4PCg?e=j27Dhk
With All My Heart - Kit Tan Juat Lee

πŸ“… 12-24 Apr 2024, 11AM - 7PM
πŸ“Lim Hak Tai Gallery, NAFA Campus 1
🎟️ Free Admission.

🎨 Explore the artistic journey of NAFA alumna Kit Tan Juat Lee in a special tribute exhibition showcasing her works spanning over 3 decades.

πŸ† Recognised for her artistic achievements, Kit Tan's pieces have garnered accolades at prestigious art events including the ASEAN Art Awards and the UOB Painting of the Year competition.

πŸ“œ Discover how Kit Tan's profound appreciation for Chinese classical literature and philosophy influenced her work, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire.
A SMALL WORLD

πŸ“… 19-21 Apr 2024
πŸ“NAFA Studio Theatre
🎟 Free Admission. Sign up at https://asmallworld.peatix.com

🎭 Join us for "A SMALL WORLD" at NAFA Studio Theatre from 19 – 21 April 2024, presented by Year 3 students from the BA (Hons) Performance Making programme.

🌍 Explore the lives of 19 citizens, 3 communities, and 1 omnipotent system as they navigate conflicts in their country.

πŸ€” Delve into the concept of a "perfect" society and ponder what it truly means in this thought-provoking performance.
Memories of Time: Leo Hee Tong

πŸ“… 16-28 Apr 2024, 11AM - 7PM
πŸ“The Ngee Ann Kongsi Galleries 1 & 2, NAFA Campus 1
🎟 Free Admission

🎨 Discover the artistic journey of Singaporean painter Leo Hee Tong, influenced by his studies at NAFA and Ashiya Art College in Japan.

πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ From mentorship under Cheong Soo Pieng to exposure to Western abstraction in Japan, Leo's work reflects a fusion of Eastern and Western artistic influences.

πŸ–Ό View a selection of nearly 50 paintings showcasing Leo's evolution as an artist, capturing his exploration of abstraction, colour, and composition throughout his career.
Menagerie

πŸ“… 27 Apr - 1 May
πŸ“Level 3, Selegie Arts Centre, 30 Selegie Rd, Singapore 188351
🎟 Free admission

🎨 Explore "Menagerie," the debut showcase by our talented Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Fine Art Year 1 students, featuring the creative explorations of 19 emerging artists.

🌟 A menagerie refers to a place that contains a peculiar collection of oddities and artifacts.

πŸ–Ό Experience a diverse collection of artworks that navigate conceptual frameworks such as materiality, body, and space, offering insights into the artists' sense of self and their relationship with their surroundings.
Arts Management Showcase & Talk 2024

πŸ“… 10-11 May 2024, 2PM - 6PM (talk starts at 3PM)
πŸ“NAFA Campus 3 Level 4
🎟️ Free Admission. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/Wj1cQfiWbA

🌟 Learn more about the Diploma in Arts Management, the only course of its kind offered by a tertiary arts school! Discover a wide range of career and further study opportunities in the arts.

🎬 Immerse yourself in our showcase of projects by Arts Management graduating students. Get an exclusive sneak peek behind the scenes of these captivating projects!

πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ“ Get inspired by our passionate student ambassadors as they share their firsthand experiences with the programme and answer all your questions about their learning journey.

πŸ’¬ Don't miss the exclusive programme talk by the Associate Dean, School of Arts Management, where you'll have the chance to query everything about the Diploma in Arts Management programme.

Mark your calendars for an inspiring experience at the AM Showcase & Talk! ✨
(Re)presenting Our SINGAPOδΊΊ Treasures at SCCC’s Cultural Extravaganza

πŸ“… 8 May - 30 June, 10AM - 10PM
πŸ“Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC), 1 Straits Boulevard 018906
🎟 Find out more at singaporen.sg/ce

πŸ₯³The Pawned Wife, an evolutionary Teochew Opera that combines a traditional artform with contemporary theatrical aesthetics

🎢The Singaporean Composers Series, a 20th anniversary concert by The TENG Ensemble featuring 10 original compositions by 20 Singaporean creatives celebrating Singapore’s rich cultural heritage

🎡Disappearing Series...: Childhood Melodies of Yesteryears, Ding Yi Music Company's third cultural edition showcases Singapore's musical heritage, reviving dialect nursery rhymes and folk songs with a modern twist

πŸ–ΌDevoted to Serve, presents the stories of eight local pioneer cartoonists, exploring the lives and cartoons of these artistes who made Singapore their home, amid the political upheaval and changing times
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The Grad Expectations 2024
Discover how students from the 3D Design, Design & Media, Fashion Studies, and Fine Art disciplines venture boldly in their artworks.πŸ”₯

πŸ“… 10 May - 22 Jun:
🎨 Fine Art Show (BA) | 11 - 18 May, 12pm - 7pm
⚜️ Design Show: 3D Design, Design & Media, Fashion Studies, BA (Hons) Design Practice | 29 May - 5 June, 12pm - 7pm
🧡 Fashion Show (Diploma) & Awards Ceremony | 5 June, 6:30pm
🎨 Fine Art Show (Diploma) | 15 June - 22 June, 12pm - 7pm
🎟 Free admission

Find out more here: https://www.nafa.edu.sg/thegradexpectations/class-of-2024
🌱 Seeds of Hope: Transcend
πŸ“… 26 May 2024, 1pm - 3pm and 4.30pm - 6.30pm
πŸ“ NAFA Campus 3, Lee Foundation Theatre
🎟️ Get your tickets at https://www.nafa.edu.sg/events/school-of-young-talents-anniversary-celebration-seeds-of-hope
 
πŸ’ƒ Come on a mesmerising journey with NAFA’s School of Young Talents (SYT) Junior Dance performance, celebrating 25 years of artistic excellence and community spirit.
 
πŸ’« The theme β€˜Seeds of Hope’ symbolises the collective journey from dreams to reality, embodying growth, hope, and community vibrancy.
 
🎨 Join us in celebrating not only individual triumphs but also SYT’s diverse artistic advancements.
 
For more info, visit https://www.nafa.edu.sg/events/school-of-young-talents-anniversary-celebration-seeds-of-hope
Singapore Children’s Book Festival
πŸ“… 21 to 23 June
πŸ“ NAFA Campus 2
🎟 Get your tickets at https://scbf.sg/

πŸ“š NAFA and The Singapore Book Publishers Association is thrilled to host The Singapore Children’s Book Festival, celebrating the vibrant local children’s literature community!

πŸ–Ό Join us for an exciting line-up featuring children's activities, inspiring talks by local and international creators and publishers, and not forgetting a vibrant festival bazaar with an illustration gallery!

🀩 As part of the festival, we are also proud to present the Illustrator of the Year competition, Singapore's first book illustration award, featuring a top prize of $10,000. The winner will be honoured at the festival's opening ceremony.
The Grad Expectations 2024: Design Show
πŸ“… Now - 5 June, 12PM - 7PM
πŸ“ NAFA Campus 1, Lim Hak Tai Gallery and The Ngee Ann Kongsi Galleries 1 & 2 and National Design Centre, Level 1
🎟 Free admission

🎨 Come witness the creative works by the next generation of NAFA designers from the School of 3D Design, Design & Media and Fashion Studies.

πŸ‘€ Watch everyone get into their main character moment as they venture boldly with their creative masterpieces.

Find out more: https://www.nafa.edu.sg/thegradexpectations/class-of-2024
The Grad Expectations 2024: Diploma Fashion Show

πŸ“… 5 June 2024, 630PM
πŸ“ NAFA Campus 1, Wing A, Level 1, Foyer
🌐 Catch the livestream here: https://youtube.com/live/2erex0gLMwE?feature=share
🎟 By invitation

🀩 Be dazzled by our School of Fashion students as they showcase their bold and unique collections on the runway!

πŸ‘€ Don't miss out on the excitement! Tune in to our livestream to watch the models strut down the runway with pieces uniquely created by NAFA designers!
no there there
πŸ“… 13 - 15 June 2024
πŸ“ NAFA Studio Theatre, 151 Bencoolen Street, S189656
🎟 Free admission. Register now at https://notherethere.peatix.com

🌟 Step into the world of self-discovery with Autopoetics' premiere of no there there at the NAFA Studio Theatre!

πŸ” Explore the world of internet inspiration and self-help gurus, delving into the complexities of identity and ambition in this captivating performance.

πŸ† no there there is supported by a NAFA Special Projects Award as part of the academy’s Special Projects Unit Talent Accelerator Programme for alumni and faculty.
Celestial Heights
πŸ“… 21 - 22 June 2024
πŸ“NAFA Studio Theatre, 151 Bencoolen Street, S189656
🎟 $14, General admission. Get your tickets at https://bit.ly/celestialheights.

🌟Dive into the captivating world of Celestial Heights!

🎭Conceptualised, directed, and performed by our talented graduating students and alumni, get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey as they bring to life the extraordinary tale of Will, a dreamer on a quest to touch the stars!

πŸš€βœ¨Don't miss this inspiring performance and show your support for the rising stars of the performing industry!
AdPrex 2024 β€˜Precarious Art: How Do We Make Art in a World on Fire?’
πŸ“… 1 – 2 August 2024 |
πŸ“ NAFA Campus 3, Studio Theatre and Online
🎟 Free admission. Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/yFcguqdWBU.

πŸ”₯ Join us at ADPRex 2024, Southeast Asia’s first annual conference dedicated to practice research!

In a world marked by financial instability, global conflicts, and a deepening climate crisis, art's role is crucial yet challenging. This year’s theme, Precarious Art: How Do We Make Art in a World on Fire? will delve into the ways artists and researchers respond to, explore, and offer insights into precarity, vulnerability, and more through their artmaking and research.

🎨 ADPRex 2024 will be in a hybrid format. Register to the thought-provoking event using the link: https://forms.office.com/r/yFcguqdWBU. See you there!
Light Permeates the Wounds: Hoang Duong Cam

πŸ“… 5 Jul - 7 Aug, 11AM to 7PM
πŸ“ The Ngee Ann Kongsi Galleries 1 & 2, NAFA Campus 1, 80 Bencoolen Street S189655
🎟 Free Admission (Closed every Monday)

🎨 Admire the work of Hoang Duong Cam, a visual artist from Ho Chi Minh City known for his works across paintings, photography, music and more.

πŸ–Ό Experience his first solo exhibition in Singapore, showcasing 19 large-scale abstract paintings that merge the worlds of painting and classical music.

πŸ“– Discover artworks that narrate stories of the Vietnam War, inspired by the perspectives of artists, authors, filmmakers, and musicians who have inspired Cam.

More info here: https://www.nafa.edu.sg/events/light-permeates-the-wounds-hoang-duong-cam
Work in Progress

πŸ“… Now till 30 July 2024
πŸ“ NAFA Campus 1, Glass Display Showcase along Bencoolen Street
🎟 More info: bit.ly/NTDP-WIP

🎨 Step into the labyrinth of creativity and embark on a journey through the intricate thought landscapes of artists, where every piece tells a story of inspiration, introspection, and evolution.

🌟 Thoughtfully curated by NAFA Talent Development enrollee, Stephanie Lem and her classmate from the School of Arts Management, Felicia Toh, 𝙒𝙀𝙧𝙠 π™žπ™£ π™‹π™§π™€π™œπ™§π™šπ™¨π™¨ hopes to pay homage to the humans behind their artistic expressions and urge viewers to see beyond just the finished piece.
πŸ‘₯Open to: Ages 35 and below
πŸ“…Deadline: Now till 19 Jul, 11:59PM

Calling all budding filmmakers! 🎬

🌟Ever dreamt of getting your film noticed? This is your chance! Submit your film to the Singapore Youth Film Festival (SYFF), organised by *SCAPE and the Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF).

✨The SYFF features a two-week-long festival of screenings, workshops, exhibitions, award ceremonies, and celebrations, spotlighting filmmakers who have journeyed with *SCAPE through mentorships and incubations.

Find out more about the competition and submit your entries here: https://www.scape.sg/media-entertainment/syff/