10 Events in Singapore to Fill Your May 2018 with Excitement

Shakespeare in the Park returns to Singapore this May 2018 with Julius Caesar. This production, directed by Guy Unsworth (Hand to God), brings to life Shakespeare’s political thriller with a modern twist.

The Singapore Repertory Theatre presents an updated version of the Shakespeare classic, which tells the story of greed, ambition, and power. Trouble brews as leaders of the R.O.M.E 7 countries gather for a summit and assassination plots against Caesar are hatched.

The production stars Jo Kukathas (Romeo & Juliet) as Julius Caesar alongside Ghafir Akbar (Disgraced), Daniel Jenkins (Hand to God, Romeo & Juliet), Thomas Pang (Hand to God, Romeo & Juliet) and Julie Wee (The Merchant of Venice).

Food and beverage during the event are provided by The Providore.

Live Nation Lushington is bringing back Harry Styles Live on Tour in Singapore this May!

The first leg of the concert tour kicked off in San Francisco, USA on September 2017 and is scheduled for 80 performances around the world. It made its first stop in Singapore in November 2017 and going to be back for another round due to the overwhelming response from his fans.

The set list will feature songs from his self-titled debut album including the hits, “Sign of the Times”, “Two Ghosts”, and “Kiwi”.  The album was released on 12 May 2017 and climbed to the top of global music charts. It sold 230,000 equivalent album units and 193,000 traditional albums in the US alone, smashing the record for biggest debut sales week for a U.K. male artist’s first full-length album since Nielsen Music began tracking sales in 1991. The album also reached No. 1 in more than 20 countries, including the U.K., Ireland, Canada, Australia, Holland, Belgium and across South East Asia and the Middle East.

Indie rock band, Warpaint, will be the special guest for this second Asian leg of Harry Styles Live on Tour.

The fast-rising “dark pop” sensation, Dua Lipa, will performa a full concert for the first time in Singapore at the Star Theatre on May 4th!

Dua Lipa began her career at age 14 by covering songs by other artists on YouTube. In 2015, she signed with Warner Music Group and released her first single, “”New Love”. This was followed by 6 more singles which all became hits in the global charts, even before the release of her first album.

Dua Lipa’s self-titled debut album was finally released on June 2017 and has already sold over 2 million copies worldwide. The album’s hit single, “New Rules”, was Dua Lipa’s first No. 1 single in the UK and her latest single, “IDGAF”, is currently No. 1 airplay record in the UK.

Dua Lipa recently won the Brit Awards for British Breakthrough Act and British Female Sole Artist. She is also currently the No. 1 global artist on Spotify.

Bunny Finds the Right Stuff is an interactive theatre production that is adapted from the children’s book of the same title by Emily Lim. It follows the story of Bunny, a floppy stuffed rabbit, who is not happy with the way she is. She tries and tries to find the right stuffing to fill herself up, but she just cannot seem to get it right. Soon, her friends join her and they try to help her find the right stuff – but what is the right stuff?

Young audiences will get the chance to help Bunny finds the right stuff in this immersive performance that is especially designed for children. Kids get to enjoy the magic of theatre through music, movement and interactive fun in this charming story of friendship.

The production is directed by Daniel Jenkins with music by Stan x Soap. Cast members include Andrew Marko, Bright Ong, Lian Sutton, and Tan Rui Shan.

A sensory-friendly version of this production will be available on May 11th and 12th. A sensory-friendly performance provides a welcoming and relaxed environment for children, and is particularly suited for those on the autism spectrum or with sensory sensitivities.

Dark or light? Choose your side and run! Star Wars Run Singapore is back for its second edition this May 2018! Fans, families, and running enthusiasts can look forward to a night filled with all things STAR WARS.

Star Wars Run Singapore 2018 is organized by Esprimo Pte. Ltd.

RUNNER’S ENTITLEMENTS:

• STAR WARS RUN event tee
• STAR WARS RUN tote bag
• STAR WARS RUN picnic mat (1.2m by 1m)
• STAR WARS RUN race bib
• STAR WARS™ RUN finisher tee (for 10km and 5.4km participants)
• STAR WARS™ RUN plush bag clip (for Young Jedi Dash participants)

FLAG OFF TIMES:

• 10km STAR WARS RUN (Competitive): 17:00
• 540m Young Jedi Dash (Age 4 – 9 years old): 18:00
• 4km STAR WARS RUN (Non-Competitive)
• Wave 1: 19:30
• Wave 2: 20:00
• Wave 3: 20:30

CUT-OFF TIMES:

• 10km Competitive Category: 3 hours
• 4km Non-Competitive Category: 2 hours

The St Petersburg Ballet Theatre is bringing Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake to Singapore this May 2018! This world-renowned production will star prima ballerina Irina Kolesnikova with guest stars from the internationally acclaimed Bolshoi Ballet.

This Singaporean leg comes fresh on the heels of St Petersburg Ballet Theatre’s sold out seasons in London and Paris. The Times London hailed the company as “A Triumph”, while the Sunday Telegraph called them “a company to be treasured”.

Swan Lake was originally performed by the Bolshoi Ballet in 1877. It tells the story of Princess Odette, who was turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer but returns to human form every night. She meets Prince Siegfried and they fall in love. The sorcerer. Von Rothbart, tricks Prince Siegfried into believing that his daughter, Odile, is Odette, prompting the prince to propose marriage to Odile. The prince soon realizes his mistake and tells Von Rothbart that he would rather die than marry Odile. Siegfried and Odette jump together into the lake and die. This breaks the spell and turns the other swan maidens back into humans. They drive Von Rothbart and Odile into the look and the two also drown. In the final scene, the swan maidens watch as the spirits of Prince Siegfried and Princess Odette ascend into the heavens where they are forever united in love.

This four-part food adventure series is headlined by Tiffany Wee, naturopath, nutritionist, and mindful eating teacher. The Tea Menu is the fourth and final session of this series where participants will learn more about the wonders and health benefits of drinking tea. Participants will get to taste different kinds of tea at the end of the session. Free goodie bags will also be given to all attendees.

Tiffany Wee is a Singapore-born Australia-trained naturopath who founded Mind Body Shine. Her interest in wellness started when she worked as a resident writer for a holistic magazine 20 years ago. She is a graduate of the National University of Singapore and pursued naturopathic studies in Australia. Since 2005, she has worked with different international wellness centres including Chiva Som Thailand, Conrad Maldives, ESPA, Verita, and Balanced Living.

Being a much sought-after nutrition speaker in Singapore, Tiffany Wee has presented on various nutrition topics for top corporate clients like Aveda, Metro, ION Orchard, PayPal, and TripAdvisor. She also writes regularly for RUN magazine and ElevenAsia. She runs a busy private practice where she specializes in mindful eating and weight management.

Songs for Mothers with Love is a free concert dedicated to all Mothers in Singapore! The event is hosted by the Bao Bei Sisters and features local artists Xie Wen, Li Bao En, Josephine Lam, and Lawrence Chen. Enjoy the Mother’s Day afternoon at the Esplanade while listening to familiar and well-loved Chinese hits.

The Bao Bei Sisters are popular getai artists Teresa and Tracy Ong. They are known for their cheerful personality, extravagant outfits and interactive performances. Their trademark is to invite audience to dance with them onstage.

Xie Wen and Li Bao En are among the top getai artists in Singapore. They were both included in the Top 10 Most Popular Getai Artists at the Shin Min/Wanbao Getai Awards in 2016 and 2017.

Josephine Lam and Lawrence Chen are both established singers in Singapore. They usually perform at public events in Singapore like the annual River Hongbao.

The concert will be performed in Mandarin.

Consumer Electronics Exhibition, one of the Singapore’s biggest IT gadgets and accessories extravaganzas, is coming back in May 2018!

This electronic show is where customers can get up to 90% discounts on various types of products like mobile phones, desktop computers, laptops, and digital cameras. A long list of almost a hundred brands will be waiting for you at the exhibition.

Consumer Electronics Exhibition 2018 is organized by Exhibits Inc. Pte. Ltd., a subsidiary of Singapore Press Holdings and leading organizer of Singapore’s top consumer exhibitions like Singapore IT Show, COMEX, Food and Beverage Fair, and World Food Fair. The group has been successfully organizing exhibitions in Singapore for the past 17 years.

Singapore Food Manufacturers’ Association (SFMA) is bringing back Singapore Food Expo this May 2018! This year, the SFMA has invited more than 100 exhibitors showcasing over 1,000 quality products. At least 600,000 visitors are expected to flock to the event throughout the entire duration.

Aside from an array of delicious food to drool over, there will also be fun entertainment and stage activities for the participants to enjoy. TV personalities as well as local and international artists are expected to grace the 5-day event.

PAssion Card members will enjoy free gifts, special items, and big discounts.

The Longevity Partners Award and the Food Innovation Product Award (FIPA) are also given out during the Singapore Food Expo.