What’s on SGP: Best Things to See, Do, Eat, Drink on April 27-May 3, 2023
Ahh, another week is upon us, and you’re looking for cool things to get up to in Singapore! We’ve saved you the hassle with The Beat Singapore’s rundown of the best places to hit up and things to do right now—from blink-and-you'll-miss-it pop-up sights and new restaurant openings, to the hottest activities that you shouldn’t miss.
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1. The Ritual Theatre of Edo Kagura
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture through this Edo Kagura performance happening this weekend. In Japan, "Kagura" is a Shintō ritual dance or drama performed by masked dancers who reenact mythological tales. In this year's edition of "A Tapestry of Sacred Music," Wakayama Sachu, who hails from one of the four main lineages of Edo Kagura in Tokyo, will be performing. He is recognised by the Japanese government as a "transmitter of national Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property."
When: 9 PM and 10:30 PM, April 28; 5:30 PM, April 29
Where:Esplanade Annexe Studio, 1 Esplanade Drive
How much: Free, registration required
2. Baby Prep Talk & Fair
Don't miss the biggest party for moms-to-be in town! The two-day Baby Prep Talk & Fair, organised by Umazing Events, aims to be a safe space for mothers to learn about significant topics such as preparing for childbirth and motherhood, pre- and post-natal stress, and coping with confinement with support, with the help of expert speakers and consultants. Attendees may also browse the fair's selection of strollers, car seats, ergobaby, and other accessories to make their parenting journey lighter.
When: 10 AM-3 PM, April 28-29
Where: 111 Somerset Road, #11-22
How much: Free admission
3. First Trivia Night by GR.iD
Do you have a competitive spirit? Are you known for being a talking and walking encyclopedia? This First Trivia Night by GR.iD is made for you! Rally your friends for a night of competitive fun and games and flex your mental muscles for a chance to win up to S$120 worth of prizes.
When: 8 PM-10 PM, April 28
Where: L1 Atrium, 1 Selegie Road, Singapore 188306
How much: Free
4. 'Between Ground and Sky'
This interdisciplinary production marries song and theatre as an exploration of the works of Malaysian-American poet Shirley Geok-lin Lim. The show will comprise an eponymous song cycle of five songs composed by Tan Tiag Yi, which will be performed by Wong Yong En and pianist Koh Kai Jie with theatre work by theatre practitioners Ang Gey Pin and Ranice Tay, along with curator-producer Wu Ching Ying. Lim's poetry collections "Ars Poetica for the Day" and "Do You Live In?" on which the production is based will also be sold on the first day of performance. Get your tickets here
When: 7:30 PM, April 29 and 30
Where:Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Boulevard
How much: S$20-S$25
5. Sunset Camping Festival 2023
Campers, don't miss out on Decathlon Singapore's first-ever Sunset Camping Fest! Those who love the outdoors will enjoy the fest's DJ sets, live bands, free goodies, camping talks, and kiddie activities. To make the moment even more special, make sure to spread out a picnic as you await the sunset with your loved ones!
When: 3 PM-9 PM, April 29
Where:Decathlon SG Lab, Multi-Purpose Court, 230 Stadium Boulevard
How much: Free entry
6. EXP International Jazz Day
It's International Jazz Day this Sunday! Celebrate it with EXP, who's got the Collective Improvisation and Open Jam workshops in store for all music and dance lovers. Cap off the night with the specially curated Jazz x Dance live show, which features Aaron James Lee Trio and dancers Kexin and Ivan. Get your ticket here.
When: 12 PM-7 PM, April 30
Where:EXP SG, 340A Joo Chiat Road
How much: S$15-S$20
7. Cheesy Day Out #3: Hangry No More
Foodies will have a ball at the third instalment of The Cheese Shop's Cheese Day Out! Arrive with an empty stomach and stuff yourself as much as you can with a wide range of treats and drinks, from freshly baked goods from Marymount Bakehouse, burrata salad from The Cheese Shop, and grilled ribs and burgers from The Travelling C.O.W. to fresh oysters from Slurp Your Oysters, gelato from Momolato, and so much more.
When: 11:30 AM-6 PM, April 30
Where:The Cheese Shop Upper Thomson, 50 Tagore Lane, B1-03 Entrepreneur Centre
How much: Free admission
8. Family Botanical Art
If you've got artsy kids, this art activity is perfect for them to learn about the colours of mother nature. The event by Mindful Space will have them experimenting with the natural pigments of plants and soil, as well as exploring their creativity and patience in the artistic process. The class is parent-accompanied for those aged four to seven, while there's an optional drop-off for kids aged seven and up. Get your tickets here.
When: 4 PM-5:30 PM, April 30
Where:Mindful Space, 10 Winstedt Road, Block A 02-02
How much: S$50
9. Labour Day Rally 2023
Non-government organisation Workers Make Possible is holding a rally this May 1 to mark Labour Day. The event will feature speeches by workers from different industries, including a health care worker, a bus driver, a food delivery rider, an F&B worker, rental flat residents, and community organisers to share about their struggles as ordinary folk living in Singapore.
The speakers will also present "The People's 15 Demands" for better conditions, which includes allowing all workers to unionise, the extension of overtime pay to workers earning S$4,500 monthly or less, the introduction of a 2% wealth tax on the richest 1%, and the end of the Goods and Services Tax hike, among others. Register for the event here.
When: 3 PM-7 PM, May 1
Where: Hong Lim Park, New Bridge Road
How much: Free
10. 'Ang Palaboy at Ang Tatlong Krus' (The Vagrant and the Three Crosses) Project
Catch the last few days of Filipino photographer Jomar Tingson's project at Objectifs - Centre for Photography and Film. A recipient of the gallery's Documentary Award in 2022 under the Emerging category, the project features Tingson's documentation of Laguna's Paete and the town's spiritual and religious beliefs and traditions. It is at once "an exercise of faith and curiosity; a reconciliation of past and present, wonder and devotion."
When: Until May 7
Where:Objectifs, 155 Middle Road
How much: Free
Editor's note: Article was amended on April 28, 2023, to correct the address for First Trivia Night by GR.iD.
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