Happenings this week

We highlight the best our city has to offer and what’s keeping it abuzz. Here are the best things you can do in Singapore this week.

Hiroshi Senju: Between Movement and Stillness

When: Now until 27 April 2024

Where: Sundaram Tagore Gallery

Internationally renowned artist Hiroshi Senju (born 1958, Tokyo), who was awarded the 77th Imperial Prize and Japan Art Academy Prize the past three years, has been exploring the power of nature for over 30 years. Such as the waterfall, which to him, is a unifying symbol and life-giving force that anyone anywhere can appreciate. This decades-long commitment to the waterfall is his homage to Earth, and is most reflected in Waterfalls, a monochromatic and multicoloured series, spray gunned and airbrushed with manmade and bespoke natural pigments produced in Japan. It’s a monumental signature of his that will surely—sorry—make a splash at the Sundaram Tagore Gallery, alongside other high-profile projects he’s undertaken.

Longest in the world

When: Now until 18 May 2024

Where: Gardens by the Bay

Building upon a five-year mission to save the world’s most endangered species, internationally renowned public artists Gille and Marc share the stories of animals on the brink of extinction through global project Love The Last. Each individual sculpture is based on real animals that the pair have photographed and sketched, which then come to life in augmented reality. Discover more here.

A Trail to Chase

When: Now until 31 May 2024

Where: LOY Gallery

Presented by LOY Gallery on Tanglin Road, A Trail to Chase is a special exhibition curated by Ansha Jin. Featuring 29 multi-disciplinary works by artists from across the world (J McDonald and REM Atelier, to name a couple), it invites visitors to embrace the spirit of adventure and uncover the narratives in collectible design and functional art, bridging distances between perspectives and the world.

Fukusa: Japanese Gift Covers from the Chris Hall Collection

When: Now until 25 August 2024

Where: Peranakan Museum

Who here knows about fukusa? These silk covers that drape over gifts are a popular practice in Japan that began during the Edo period (1603 to 1868). Embroidered, woven, painted and dyed, they are some of the finest examples of Japan’s textile artistry, and are used for a variety of formal occasions, from seasonal festivities to important personal milestones. At the Peranakan Museum, take a look at over 80 different fukusa and related Japanese textiles from the renowned Chris Hall collection, and dive deep into the craft and trade. Visitors are also invited to draw connections between gift customs of the past and present, and to partake in hands-on workshops, performances and tours. More details here.

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Jigger & Pony Group celebrates a milestone

When: 2 to 15 May 2024

Where: Various venues

The Jigger & Pony Group turns 12 this May, and to celebrate, the Singapore-based hospitality company has some of the world’s best bartenders and chefs invited to the party. 13 events will take place over two weeks across the group’s four cocktail bars, with the lineup featuring guest shifts by Bar Nouveau (Paris), Zest X Bar Cham (Seoul), The Bellwood (Tokyo) and others more.

Taste the World

When: 4 to 26 May 2024

Where: Various restaurants

If you’re in Singapore this May and aching to taste the world, there is a way to do just that. Private travel specialist, Gourmet Trails, just launched the inaugural Taste The World dining series, a month-long food festival happening from 4 to 26 May 2024. Featuring restaurants known for their commitment to cultural stewardship and culinary excellence, the festival is the food lover’s gateway to discovering the many cuisines of the world. More details here.

Esquina turns 12

When: 8 May 2024

Where: Esquina

Esquina, known for its contemporary Spanish and Catalan cuisine, turns 12 this year—a big number in restaurant years. Which is why executive chef Carlos Montobbio has plans to celebrate all year long, with monthly menu collaborations (S$120) featuring his close circle of chef friends. This 8 May 2024, Montobbio will be cooking with Kenjiro ‘Hatch’ Hashida (Hashida) and others to follow. Book here.

Pamper your mom

When: 12 May 2024

Where: Away Spa at W Singapore

The newly revamped Away Spa is back and ready. The rainforest-inspired retreat, packed with new treatment suites, experiential showers, a vitality pool, steam room and infrared sauce, will leave guests glowing with confidence. This Mother’s Day, treat your mom to any of the spa packages at half off. We recommend the Runway Ready package, which features a massage, facial, foot bath and body scrub. Book here.

Singapore International Piano Festival

When: 6 to 9 June 2024

Where: Victoria Concert Hall

The Singapore International Piano Festival, an annual showcase of international musical excellence, is coming back. Led by artistic director and Singaporean pianist, Lim Yan, the 30th edition will feature masterclasses and solo recitals by South Korean Yeol Eun Son, Chinese Jin Ju, UK-based Malaysian Mei Yi Foo, and Briton Ashley Wass, a former BBC New Generation Artist. There will also be the launch of two digital recitals, which will release works by the award-winning American pianist Jonathan Biss, and Malaysian pianist, composer and conductor, Tengku Irfan. Tickets here.

LANY’s A Beautiful Blur: The World Tour

When: 20 September 2024

Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium

LANY’s newly released studio album, A Beautiful Blur, has propelled the multi-platinum pop rock band to tour the world, starting its Asia leg in Singapore this September. Look forward to smash singles, such as Love at First Fight, XXL and Alonica, a fan favourite that has garnered over 20 million streams on Spotify. Tickets include the Star Club Premium VIP Package (S$548), which includes one pit standing ticket, a group photo with LANY, access to an intimate performance by LANY and other privileges.