Dates : June 03 - August 22 , 2010
Place : National Museum of Singapore , Singapore
Description: : Through hard work, faith and a little good fortune, may 1960 bring more happiness to more of us.” – Singapore Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew in his first New Year Day speech to the nationPolitics and the struggle for one’s Independence have always been the defining corner-stone of the post-WW II chapter in the Singapore Story. Before tears were shed in that inevitable moment of anguish, hope and optimism were brimming in the air in 1960. That year, according to the new Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, would be a year of consolidation as opposed to the year before which was a year of decisive change. There was certainly much to consolidate and improve upon. Compared to today, the population in 1960 stood at a sizeable 1.6 million, the result of a high crude birth rate of 37.5 per 1,000 persons and supported by a per capita gross national income of only $1,330. Calls for a better and brighter future were projected onto the people by the new government and the print media trumpeted the ideas of independence through Merger with Mother Malaya.

Dates : June 24 - July 18 , 2010
Place : 39 Keppel Road , Singapore
Description: : David Doubilet is one of the world’s leading, award winning underwater photographers from New York, known primarily for his work published in the National Geographic Magazine. He has photographed and produced over sixty stories for the National Geographic Society where he is currently a Contributing Photographer-in-Residence.He has travelled extensively photographing and recording environmental changes in the seas in exotic locales around the world, from the Caribbean to the South Pacific, the Galapagos islands and the Great Barrier Reef– capturing amazing creatures, brilliant scenery and other worldly light of the oceans depths. Through his work he tries to raise the awareness of preservation and conservation of this delicately balanced eco system.

Dates : May 22 - July 10 , 2010
Place : : Singapore Tyler Print Institute ,Singapore
Description: An exhibition of 200 works from the collection of the influential contemporary arts journal, Parkett. It features commissioned works by some of the most important artists of our times such as Ai Wei Wei, Maurizio Cattelan, Damien Hirst, Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, Mariko Mori and Richard Prince, whose editioned works represent the essence of their art.This rare collection which was exhibited in New York’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) , Whitechapel Art Gallery in London, travels here from the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, Japan. Don’t miss this grand opportunity to purchase editions collected by the MoMA, the Getty Center, LA, the Kunsthaus, Zurich and many other institutional and private collections.

Dates : May 28 - July 25 , 2010
Place : Islandwide ,Singapore
Description: Join us for eight weeks of fabulous shopping and enjoy up to 70% discount on just about everything, everywhere. From the central shopping belt of Orchard Road and Marina Bay to the Southern Waterfront and suburbs, you’ll find fantastic value on fashion, watches, jewellery, electronics and more! That’s not all. Exclusive tourist privileges, priceless MasterCard rewards, and late night shopping, dining and entertainment also await you. With so much in store, we know you’ll have a great time in Singapore!

Dates : July 02 - July 04 , 2010
Place : Esplanade Theatre , Singapore
Description:With the new resurgence of the ‘70s, portrayed in part by the hugely popular live musical production as well as “Mamma Mia” - The Movie, the music of ABBA is finding its way back into the hearts of those who lived it then and taking over the hearts of those who are experiencing it for the first time now.ABBA Cadabra from Vancouver, Canada promises to continue the momentum by performing the group’s greatest hits in full ABBA fashion and flair. You won’t be able to sit still in your seats as songs like S.O.S., Super Trooper and Dancing Queen are re-created with such precision you’ll swear you were listening to the originals themselves. The melodies of Fernando and Chiquitita will rekindle those feelings of first loves. Take a Chance on Me and Voulez Vous will lift you out of your seats to dance!ABBA Cadabra stars have been touring the world for the past decade, helping audiences of all ages to re-live and celebrate the timeless and uplifting music of ABBA! This high-energy and captivating stage show keeps the music of ABBA alive in a fresh, classy and respectful way, with powerful vocals, dancers, costumes, and a spectacular Live Band!

Dates : July 02 - October 03 , 2010
Place : D'Tent, Downtown East, Singapore
Description: : Alive Gallery is an exhibition hall where Education + IT Technology + Entertainment are combined into Edutainment for all ages. It contains interactive exhibition space in which characters and spaces are actually represented and specially designed so that audience may directly walk and talk. Works are interlinked with 5 interesting themes [moving from primitive art through the Middle Ages and Renaissance period to science on art to modern pop art.] make it easier for the visitors to comprehend art. Exhibition applying Edmund Burke Feldman’s 4 phase approach to art education and appreciation.

Dates : July 03 - July 04 , 2010
Place : Dbs Arts Centre - Home of the Singapore Repertory Theatre , Singapore
Description: : The Masrayana is a Joseph Jefferson award winning new play by William C Kovacsik, who teaches Dramatic Writing at NYU Tisch School Asia in Singapore. The play is based on a true story of a farmer, Gopal Masra, whose relatives bribe the local officials to have him declared dead so as to inherit his land. The play is about Masra's infuriating attempts to prove that he exists. The Masrayana brings out the themes of self-reliance & the finding of human kindness in the unlikeliest places and people. The Masrayana is directed by Nicole Stinton, who is associated with La Salle College of Arts and used to be the festival director of short + sweet festival in Singapore & Malaysia.

Dates : July 11 , 2010
Place : Singapore Expo , Singapore
Description: : Asia's most awaited hip-hop dance convention, The Big Groove (TBG) is baaack and promises to be bigger and more spectacular. Etch the date 11 July in your diaries!TBG 2010 brings together some of the world's most awarded and most entertaining dance groups. Look forward to Quest Crew of America's Best Dance Crew. And also to Wrecking Crew Orchestra (WCO) and Hilty and Bosch, winners of Japan Dance Delight... just to name a few.TBG kicks off with specialty dance workshops - impartation by overseas guests dance instructors. An addition to the programme in 2010, the TBG mixer party allows the dance community to mingle and jiggle and also to facilitate deeper collaboration. The conventions culminates to showcase concert for the discerning public who will experience a feast of sight and sound.

Dates : July 16 - July 17 , 2010
Place : Singapore Art Museum , Singapore
Description: Art and culture spill onto the streets at Night Festival, a nocturnal extravaganza of theatre, music, dance and the visual arts at the heart of Singapore’s arts and heritage district. Spearheaded by the National Museum of Singapore, the Night Festival brings night life in Singapore beyond shopping, dining and clubbing, drawing thousands of participants into the Bras Basah precinct from sundown.

Dates : July 16 - July 18 , 2010
Place : Fort Canning Green , Singapore
Description: : Ballet Under The Stars steps into its 16th year this year and has become an annual summer occasion for the young and families. Featuring "Concerto Barocco" by George Balanchine, "A Million Kisses to my Skin" by David Dawson, a new work by Molly Lynch and a classical pas de deux, this compilation of classical and contemporary will also be showcased against the relaxed and evergreen environment of Fort Canning Park.

Dates : June 03 - August 22 , 2010
Place : National Museum of Singapore , Singapore
Description: : Through hard work, faith and a little good fortune, may 1960 bring more happiness to more of us.” – Singapore Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew in his first New Year Day speech to the nationPolitics and the struggle for one’s Independence have always been the defining corner-stone of the post-WW II chapter in the Singapore Story. Before tears were shed in that inevitable moment of anguish, hope and optimism were brimming in the air in 1960. That year, according to the new Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, would be a year of consolidation as opposed to the year before which was a year of decisive change. There was certainly much to consolidate and improve upon. Compared to today, the population in 1960 stood at a sizeable 1.6 million, the result of a high crude birth rate of 37.5 per 1,000 persons and supported by a per capita gross national income of only $1,330. Calls for a better and brighter future were projected onto the people by the new government and the print media trumpeted the ideas of independence through Merger with Mother Malaya.

Dates : August 05 - August 07 , 2010
Place : Esplanade Theatre , Singapore
Description:With a total of six screening sessions during this three-day event, audiences will have the chance to catch their favourite Toy Factory classics as well as introductory talks by key actors and designers involved in the productions. The line up of speakers includes Beatrice Chia-Richmond, Nelson Chia and Goh Boon Teck.

Dates : August 06 - August 15 , 2010
Place : Esplanade Theatre , Singapore
Description: : DECEMBER RAINS was Singapore`s first mandarin language musical staged in 1997.This staging of DECEMBER RAINS is to enliven Singapore`s popular XinYao movement during the 1980s and 1990s with a brand new creative team and a stellar cast starring Singapore`s most popular international singing sensation Kit Chan.

Dates : August 10 - September 07 , 2010
Place : Chinatown , Singapore
Description: : : Hungry Ghost Festival is a month long festival where the "Gate of Hell" is said to be opened for the souls of the dead are freed to roam the earth. During the 7th lunar month, there are many activities arranged for the roaming spirits to enjoy. Many outdoor tentages are up in open fields for entertainment such as live Wayang (Chinese Opera), Getai (literally song stage) and Auction Dinner.

Dates : August 13 - August 22 , 2010
Place : esplanade , Singapore
Description: : YFest will be happening at Esplanade in August and we want You to be a part of it!Why Y?It's Young, It's Yes,It's Youth,It's You.
With a brilliant 10-day mash of music, dance, art and spoken word activities for the young and young-at-heart, YFest 2010 is a youths-for-youths festival. In other words, it is Your festival.

Dates : August 14 - August 26 , 2010
Place : various venue , Singapore
Description: The Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games aims to inspire youth around the world to embrace, embody and express the Olympic values of Excellence, Friendship and Respect. It will create a lasting sports, culture and education legacy for Singapore and youths from around the world, as well as enhance and elevate the sporting culture locally and regionally.