Arts guide: Aug 30 to Sept 7

SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF ARTS. This year’s edition continues. This week’s events include Mamela Nyamza’s dance double bill I Stand Corrected and Hatched, as well as talks by artist Hiroshi Sugimoto and actor Mansain Nomura from the recently concluded Sambaso. Next week’s events include Jerome Bel’s Disabled Theater and the Listen To The 20th Century classical music concerts and talks. Until Sept 21. Tickets from SISTIC. For more info, visit https://www.sifa.sg

SINGAPORE NIGHT FESTIVAL 2014. The annual nocturnal spectacle lights up the areas around the National Museum, Singapore Art Museum, SMU and Armenian Street with a series of performances and other events to keep you busy through the night. Until tonight, 7pm to 2am, various venues in the Bras Basah District. Free admission. For more info, visit http://www.sgnightfest.sg.

MOONFEST 2014. The Esplanade’s annual Mid-Autumn Festival features both ticketed and free performances. The former includes The Peking Opera Extravaganza by China’s The Plum Blossom Award Art Troupe and crosstalk show Laugh Out Loud! by The Gang Of Five, among others. Sept 5 to 8, various times and venues at The Esplanade. Tickets from SISTIC. For more information, visit http://www.moonfest.com.sg

SAMARPANA — THE ASIAN FESTIVAL OF CLASSICAL DANCE 2014. Now on its third edition, this event showcases a series of Indian classical dance shows including Samhati by Priya Sister and Abhinava Dance Company, and Agni by Divya Ramesh. Sept 5 to 7, various times at the Jubilee Hall, Raffles Hotel. Tickets from SISTIC. For more information, visit http://www.samarpanafestival.net/

FUTURE OF IMAGINATION 9. The homegrown performance art event returns, with a focus on durational performances ranging from two to five hours. International names in the performance art scene will be in town to take part together with Singapore’s contingent, including collective SPAM, Natasha Wei, Daniela Beltrani, Noor Effendy Ibrahim and Ezzam Rahman. Sept 4 to 7, 7pm onwards, 107 Rowell Road. Free admission. For more info, visit http://foi.sg

FISH. An experimental physical theatre performance that explores the idea of freedom. Performers include Eng Kai Er, Lim Jun Jie Jey, Vincent Chia and Alvin Koh. Sept 5 and 6, 8pm, Creative Cube, LASALLE College Of The Arts. Tickets at S$15 from The Substation box office, or call 6337 7800 or email boxoffice [at] substation.org. R18 (nudity)

BEATLEMANIA. A musical biography that will take you on a journey through the many eras of The Fab Four, from the group’s humble beginnings to the phenomenon that changed the world. And yes, this will be as close as you can get to having the Beatles together again onstage. Sept 5 and 6, 8pm, Grand Theatre, MasterCard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands. Tickets from S$55 at SISTIC.

PESTA RAYA 2014. The Esplanade’s annual festival celebrating the Malay artists features both ticketed and free performances. This year’s shows include: Wanita, Aidli “Alin” Mosbit’s take on the `60s satirical play The Women, and the coming-of-age story Kuat Ketam Kerana Penyepit, Kuat Burung Kerana Sayap. Until Aug 31, various times and venues at The Esplanade. Tickets from SISTIC. For more info, visit http://www.pestaraya.com/.

MIES JULIE. Singapore Repertory Theatre brings the critically acclaimed adaptation of the hard-hitting Strindberg classic Miss Julie. Staged by Baxter Theatre Centre from Cape Town, director Yael Farber’s reimagines the piece as set in South Africa 18 years after the end of apartheid. Until Sept 13, 8pm, DBS Arts Centre — Home Of SRT. Tickets from S$50 to S$70 at SISTIC. R18 (Some sexual content and nudity)

NOISE: THE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME. The National Arts Council kicks off this year’s Noise Festival with an exhibition of works by young artists under its apprenticeship programme. This year’s batch includes 51 artists who have undergone training under artists, photographers, designers and film-makers and responded to the theme In Transit. Until Sept 7 at SAM@8Q. For more info, visit http://www.singaporeartmuseum.sg.

HOTPANTS. Legendary music man Dick Lee revisits his 1997 musical comedy set in the early 1970s, about 10 quirky characters going through social and cultural changes of the time. Written and directed by Lee himself and starring well-known personalities Denise Tan, Nikki Muller, Tabitha Nauser and Joakim Gomez. Till Aug 30, various times, Drama Centre Theatre. Tickets from S$53 to S$83 at SISTIC.

CAVALIA. Dubbed as an “equestrian ballet” and the creation of Normand Latourelle (co-founder of Cirque Du Soleil), Cavalia is a multi-media, multi-disciplinary show, dedicated to showcasing equine-human relationships. Till Sept 14, various times, Under the White Theatre Tent, Bayfront Avenue, next to Marina Bay Sands. Tickets from S$58 to S$308 from SISTIC. For more info, visit www.cavalia.net/singapore

EDO POP: THE GRAPHIC IMPACT OF JAPANESE PRINTS. An exhibition of over 50 Japanese woodblock prints, including iconic pieces from renowned ukiyo-e artists like Hokusai, Hiroshige and Utamaro. Until Sept 13, 10am to 7pm, at the Singapore Tyler Print Institute, 41 Robertson Quay. Free admission. Closed on Sundays and public holidays. For more info, visit http://www.stpi.com.sg.

SENSORIUM 360°. A multi-sensory art exhibition that encourages viewers to tap into their various senses of taste, sound, smell and touch. Featuring new works from artists from Singapore and South-east Asia. Ongoing at the Singapore Art Museum. For more info, visit http://www.singaporeartmuseum.sg.

MACHINE FOR (LIVING) DYING IN. With a title piece inspied by quotes from architects Le Corbusier and Douglas Darden, Michael Lee’s new solo show looks at notions of memory and fiction. It comprises collages, installations and a video work. Until Sept 21, 11am to 7pm, Yavuz Fine Art, 51 Waterloo Street, #03-01. Free admission. Mondays and public holidays by appointment.

TEMPUS FUGIT. Singaporean artist Jason Lim’s latest show will comprise two elements. The first looks at his performance art practice from 1994 to the present while the second presents a selection of photos taken from more recent performances. Until Sept 5, 11am to 7pm, Gajah Gallery, MICA Building, 140 Hill Street, #01-08. Free admission.

DANCE LIKE A MAN. Reportedly the longest running Indian play in English, it tells the story of two dancers past their prime and of their daughter, who’s at the brink of making it big, creating tensions in the family. Written by Mahesh Dattani. Aug 30, 7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Raffles Hotel. Tickets from S$50 to S$160 at SISTIC.

POINT BLANK. An exhibition by Malaysian artist Ruzzeki Harris, whose style has moved on to figurative surrealism. In these works, his subjects float on grey backgrounds as if the images were plucked from a nearby alley. Until Sept 14, 11am to 7pm, Chan Hampe Galleries, Raffles Hotel Arcade, #01-21. Free admission. Closed on Mondays and public holidays.

THEATRICAL FIELDS. The latest exhibition at the CCA looks at artistic practices that use theatricality in performance, film and video. It coincides with the ongoing Singapore International Festival Of Arts and will feature major video installations by Judith Barry, Stan Douglas, Joan Jonas, Isaac Julien and Constanze Ruhm. Until Nov 2 at Centre for Contemporary Art Exhibition Centre, Gillman Barracks, 43 Malan Road. Free admission.

CONNECTING WITH THE PAST THROUGH WATERCOLOURS. The exhibition will showcase a series of nostalgic scenes and iconic streets and buildings of old Singapore painted by Francis Tan. This theme is very much inspired by the reality of modern Singapore’s rapidly evolving landscape. Aug 31 to Sept 14, Signature Art House, 19 Tanglin Road #02-39, Tanglin Shopping Centre.

TABLED BY YEE I-LANN. An ongoing solo show featuring the Malaysian artist’s various works from her portfolio that draws from her distinct photomedia-based practice, including Picturing Power, Tabled, YB Series, among others. Until Sept 7, noon to 7pm, Silverlens, Gillman Barracks, 47 Malan Road, #01-25. Free admission. Closed on Mondays and public holidays.

MUHAMAD “UCUP” YUSUF: BEHIND NEW WORLD ORDER. An exhibition of recent drawings, paintings and woodblock prints by the Indonesian artist. Until Sept 14, noon to 7pm, Tomio Koyama Gallery, Gillman Barracks, 47 Malan Road, #01-26. Free admission. Closed on Mondays and public holidays.

THEY LAY THEIR HEADS ON A SOFT PLACE. This solo show by Indonesian artist Ivan Sagita — one of the artists associated with the Jogja surrealism movement of the `80s — features a new body of work comprising painting, photography and sculpture. Until Sept 18, noon to 7pm, Equator Art Projects, Gillman Barracks, 47 Malan Road, #01-21. Free admission. Closed on Mondays and public holidays.

THE ART OF LINE: CONTEMPORARY CHINESE INK AND BRUSH. A group show that looks at the idea of lines in the Chinese art form. Includes works by six Chinese contemporary artists: Lan Zhenghui, Qiu Deshu, Qin Yufen, Qiu Deshu, Wang Dongling, Wang Tiande, and Zhang Wei. Until Sept 21, 11am to 7pm, Pearl Lam Galleries, Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Road, #03-22. Free admission. Closed on Mondays and public holidays.

A DRAWING SHOW. A look at the medium of drawing from artists Ian Woo, Wong Lip Chin, Boedi Widjaja and Jaitip Jaidee. Curated by Louis H. There will be an artist talk held on today, Aug 23, at 4pm. Until Sept 14, noon to 7pm, Yeo Workshop, Gillman Barracks, 1 Lock Road, #01-01. Free admission. Closed on Mondays and public holidays.