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The National Arts Council invites artistic proposals from artists and/or curators to present a contemporary visual art exhibition (Singapore Pavilion) at the 54th Venice Biennale - International Art Exhibition 2011, which takes place from 4 June to 27 November 2011.The Venice Biennale is the oldest and arguably the most important contemporary visual art event in the world. This prestigious event has been attracting a large gathering of international arts professionals, media and visitors to Venice. NAC’s participation in the Venice Biennale is a key thrust in its continuing effort to promote and develop Singapore’s visual arts and arts practitioners internationally. Applicants and participants must be Singapore citizens or permanent residents of Singapore. Please download the guidelines and application form here. |
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Applications are open for SPROUTS 2010, a new works platform for budding choreographers, which will be held from 7 August to 18 September 2010. This will be the second edition of SPROUTS presented by the National Arts Council together with Frontier Danceland. Application forms and details can be found here. The closing date for applications is 30 June 2010, 5pm. |
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In partnership with the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games, Noise Singapore will be showcasing local talents around the city from 14 to 26 August 2010. Music performances and artwork showcases will enliven the city during the Youth Olympic Games in locations such as *SCAPE Youth Park, Bugis Junction, ION Orchard and Raffles Place. Exclusive roving performances at the Youth Olympic Village will add some noise to the exciting atmosphere. Local talents from Noise Singapore, such as MONOCHROME, Blind Meets Mute and Celina Foo will be performing to an international audience, displaying the artsy side of Singaporean youth to the world. Find out More...
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The National Arts Council (NAC) is inviting artists and curators to submit proposals for the Singapore Pavilion at the 54th Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition in 2011. The 54th Venice Biennale, slated to take place from 4 June to 27 November next year, is directed by art historian, curator and critic Bice Curiger. This will be Singapore’s sixth consecutive participation at the biennale. The Venice Biennale is the oldest contemporary visual arts event in the world and widely regarded as the most prestigious. It has been attracting large numbers of arts and media professionals as well as tourists from around the globe since its inception in 1895. The 53rd edition had 375,702 visitors, making it the most visited art show in Italy. Find out More...
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Aspiring young musicians pursuing excellence in Indian classical music can look forward to hone their craft and artistry through new masterclasses conducted by world renowned music maestros this year. To implement this new initiative, the National Indian Music Competition (NIMC) will now be held every three years, with the 7th edition of NIMC to take place in June 2011. The NIMC was formerly a biennial event for the past six seasons since its debut in 1998. Find out More...
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SINGAPORE, 16 JUNE 2010 – The Singapore Arts Festival 2010 closed on 13 June 2010 with the Mega Line Dance – a fitting finish to a Festival that has embraced the creative spirit and engaged audiences at all levels. Audience and critics alike appreciated the renewed focus on audience engagement and education, and the variety and quality of productions. The 2010 edition was pivotal in positioning the Singapore Arts Festival for future editions by setting in place key changes and initiatives to embrace a meaningful relationship between audiences and art makers. Find out More...
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 Apply here for free street banner spaces in the Arts & Heritage District & poster spaces at the Outdoor Arts & Culture Poster Billboard. For details, click here. |
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 Read about the Arts Creation Fund and the 2011 Singapore Biennale artists in this issue of INSTEP |
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The Singapore Arts Festival 2011 will be from 13 May to 5 June 2011. Check out the upcoming com.mune activities here! |
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Arts for All broadens and deepens the community’s arts experience and appreciation as well as to enliven community spaces through sustained access to quality arts. |
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