When it comes to visionary design, one name that comes to mind is Dutch fashion designer, Iris van Herpen. From her iconic runway shows at Paris Fashion Week, she's known to consistently push the boundaries of fashion. Turning garments into sculptural works of art, she combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative techniques. The exhibition presents nine themes and over 140 looks and accessories, exploring the connections between fashion, art, design, sustainability and science, it's no exhibition to miss out on.
When: 15th March-30th August
Where: ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
Get your tickets here
To celebrate International Women's Day, The Projector presents Women Make Film, a showcase of films directed by women. Among the standout selections is "All We Imagine As Light" which follows a nurse and her roommate as they navigate the city of Mumbai in search of a space to explore for desires of love and intimacy. There's plenty of films to discover under their lineup Women Make Film, check out the link below for more.
When: Till the 31st of March
Where: The Projector at Golden Mile, 6001 Beach Rd, Singapore 199589 or The Projector at Cineleisure, 8 Grange Rd, Singapore 239695
Check out other films here
Consider this your official reminder: Invincible Season 3 has wrapped up, and it was pretty damn good. If you’ve been sleeping on this one, now’s the time to binge it. The series follows Mark Grayson (Steven Yeun), a teenager navigating his newfound superpowers, only to discover that his dad, Omni-Man (J.K. Simmons), the world’s most powerful hero, is… well, kind of a monster. Packed with emotional depth, jaw-dropping twists, and enough gore to make you wince, Invincible is the antidote if you’ve been suffering from superhero fatigue.
Where: Streaming on Amazon Prime Video
One spot I never miss when I'm back in South-Korea is the lifestyle accessories brand, Wiggle Wiggle. Known for its playful designs and adorable characters—especially the beloved Wiggle bear—the brand has now arrived in Singapore. They're hosting their largest Southeast Asia pop-up where visitors can shop exclusive merchandise and enjoy interactive experiences. Exciting news, the iconic Wiggle Bear mascot will be there, and don't forget to take on their three missions to redeem a complimentary gift.
When: 13th-30th March
Where: Plaza Singapura, Level 1 Atrium, 68 Orchard Road
Love, tragedy, and a whole lotta dramatic leaping—Singapore Ballet kicks off its 2025 season with Romeo & Juliet, a sweeping dance adaptation of Shakespeare’s most famous love story. Expect fiery feuds, forbidden romance, and heartbreak set to a stirring score, all brought to life through the choreography of Singapore’s own Choo-San Goh. With the Metropolitan Festival Orchestra providing the musical backdrop, Verona’s star-crossed lovers take center stage in a performance that’s as breathtaking as it is gut-wrenching. Tickets start from SGD48.
When: 13th-16th March
Where: Esplanade Theatre, 8 Raffles Ave., Singapore 039802
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LIV Golf Singapore is returning this weekend, and it's going to be a spectacle. Watch 54 of the world’s top golfers battle it out in heart-pounding individual and team showdowns, all set against the iconic backdrop of the legendary Serapong Course. Australian singer-songwriter Vance Joy will be headlining the event with a live performance, while the festival-style Fan Village keeps the energy high with games, activities, and quick bites. You'll also be able to walk the course with the pros and soak in the action up close. Tickets start from SGD62.
When: 14th-16th March
Where: The Serapong, Sentosa Golf Club, 27 Bukit Manis Road, 099892
Get your tickets here
Fresh off scorching sets at Ibiza and Tomorrowland, @Shimza is bringing his hypnotic grooves and deep percussive energy to Mondrian Singapore Duxton’s Jungle Ballroom—for one night only. Lose yourself to Afrohouse and Afro-tech beats as the award-winning DJ/Producer attempts to break down the walls between artist and audience. If you've ever been to Jungle Ballroom, you know the drinks won't disappoint either. Tickets start from SGD65.
When: 15th March, 9:00pm - 2:00am
Where: Jungle Ballroom, 16A Duxton Hill, Singapore 089970
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Flying in all the way from Berlin, Le Raclet presents a unique print pop-up inspired by the communal spirit of hotpot. Showcasing a carefully curated selection of silkscreen works, the event features limited-edition prints from artists such as Jeroen Erosie, Ruo Han Wang, Nadine Redlich and many more. With only a handful of each piece available, this is a rare opportunity to add to your collection.
When: Till 22th March
Where: Knuckles & Notch, 261 Waterloo St, #02-25
Unfurling murmurs, an installation by Dylan Chan and Daniel Chong explores the tensions within fleeting queer moments. The work showcases the fragility of memory—lingering like a quiet gesture, unfolding through movement and a watchful gaze. Admission is free, but be sure to register in advance.
When: Till 6th April
Where: DECK Open Ground, 120A Prinsep Street, Singapore 187937
Register here
It took a while, but it's finally here. Immerse yourself in the dark, haunting world of Robert Eggers' Nosferatu. With a staggering 41 wins and 161 nominations—including a nod for Best Achievement in Cinematography at the 97th Academy Awards—this film is a masterclass in visual storytelling and gothic horror. Eggers tells a chilling tale of obsession, where a tormented young woman becomes the object of desire for a terrifying vampire, unleashing a wave of unspeakable horror. If you’re craving a cinematic experience that’s as visually stunning as it is unnerving, go see Nosferatu.
ArtScience Museum's latest exhibition, Mirror Mirror: Journey Into the Mind, created in collaboration with Moment Factory, explores the connection between the mind and body. Step into a forest of mirrors or interact with a cosmic art space where your touch shapes an evolving mural, featuring works by Singaporean artist Genevieve Chua.
When: 1st March onwards
Where: 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore, 018974
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Leica just dropped its largest Southeast Asia flagship at South Beach Quarter, marking 100 years of iconic craftsmanship. Spanning 2,200 square feet, the space offers the full range of Leica cameras, cine gear, watches, and sports optics. There's even an in-house café (Café Leitz) serving exclusives like Leitz Kopi Blend and Noctilux Tea Blend, paired with a sleek indoor-outdoor vibe.
When: Everyday, 9.30am - 8pm
Where: 36 Beach Road, #01-01 South Beach Quarter, Singapore 189766
M&T (Monts & Terroirs) is a cheese bistro and boutique that brings the freshest French mountain cheeses straight to Singapore. Directly harvested from over 8,500 farms and 15,000 farmers, they pride themselves on championing sustainable rural farms and fair pay for producers.
Dive into their French Mountains sharing boards, featuring 3 or 5 cheese selections, cold cuts, or a mix of both—each served with a Bread & Butter Basket, Nuts & Jam. Or explore a curated menu where premium cheeses shine in dishes like the Angus Beef Burger, Comté Croque Monsieur, and Le Cordon Bleu Maison. C’est magnifique.
Pro tip: Close your eyes. Inhale the cheese’s aroma, then break it in half as you do so. Notice the shift in pungency before that first bite. It’ll enhance the experience.
When: Monday to Saturdays
Where: 5 Wallich St, #01 - 12 Guoco Tower, Singapore 078883
If you've done any sauntering around New Bahru since its inception, you might've noticed a clanedestine Korean restaurant tucked in the corner of the ground floor. Odem, Singapore’s first craft Makkoli bar and restaurant, has recently released a new lunch menu focused on hearty one-bowl meals—each paired with banchan (think house-made kimchi and marinated quail eggs), rice, and seaweed soup.
Before we get to the mains, do yourself the favour of ordering their Brioche, a ridiculously addictive bun glazed with sweet soy, served warm with a smear of gamtae butter. Yes, we're still raving about it.
Weekend brunch brings the Kalbi Sando—beef short rib, perilla pickles, and aged cheddar on milk bread—and the refreshing Duck Guksu, featuring BBQ duck on perfectly chewy buckwheat noodles with perilla seed sauce. Chef Yumi’s Abalone Boribap, a nostalgic nod to her childhood, is a must: tender abalone, pearl barley, and a silky makkoli-abalone jus. These dishes are exclusive only to the weekend, so you'll want to make your plans accordingly. And yes, their makkoli flights are there if you’re feeling bold at noon on a Saturday.
Sidenote: They also have a weekday lunch menu, which includes the Hwe-Dupbap, a Korean-style chirashi loaded with fresh seafood, spicy perilla, and cho-gochujang, or the Seoul-Style Beef Bulgogi, where tender grilled beef meets crunchy veggies and glass noodles.
When: The brunch menu will only be available on weekends, from 11:30am to 2:00pm
Where: 46 Kim Yam Rd, #01-17, Singapore 239351
When was the last time you've visited the Science Centre Singapore? I'd wager not very recently. But you now have an excuse to do just that. Space Explorers: THE INFINITE takes you aboard the International Space Station alongside NASA astronauts through stunning 360-degree footage captured in space. For an hour, you'll witness the first-ever spacewalk in virtual reality, explore a life-sized 3D model of the ISS, and watch the historic Artemis rocket launch. You'll even be able to see our earth from a perspective few humans ever have. Your ticket also includes access to Science Centre Singapore, making it a worthy outing to spend an entire day on.
When: Till 24th March 2025
Where: Science Centre Singapore, 15 Science Centre Road, 609081
Every weekend—yes, every weekend—there's a new vintage marketplace spot open for you to find your next treasure. Whether its a cute digicam from @digi_cambam and @digicamsg, a visit to a makeshift tent for live tarot readings by @snowielogy, or a curated selection of vintage clothes, hand sculptured accessories and blind bags from @whowantsaynow, @dillydallydally, @woofie.co, @weare_.sg, and @vroomn_vintage, as well as many other hidden gems. So grab your friends or family, and come along to discover what's waiting at Resurrack's Vintage Market.
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, 3pm - 9pm
Where: Resurrack Vintage Market, Bugis Street Art Lane
TUFF is hosting a renunion featuring Australian DJ Nate Du, co-founder of Conspiracy Music as part of his debut Asia tour. Known for his high-energy sets, he'll be joined by Millhouse, co-founder of Hanoi's THEM crew, along with Haute Encounters and YY founder Nikola. Expect a night of eclectic sounds and a lively atmosphere, bringing together a mix of international and local talents.
When: 1 March
Where: 138 Robinson Road ##19-01 Singapore, 068906 Singapore
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From university gigs to running a record label and event series, DJ Dustin has built a name in the electronic music scene. He'll be bringing his signature atmospheric sound to RASA's floor, joined by local DJ guests Daytime Dancing and Sivanesh for a night of deep, immersive beats.
When: 1 March
Where: 02-01, #02-02, Republic Plaza, 9, Raffles Place, Downtown Core, 048619 Singapore
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Forged, the cultured meat pioneers, are joining forces with Two Men Bagel House to reveal a new bagel creation: the Foie King. A warm, freshly baked bagel stacked with sharp cheddar, smoky honey mustard, juicy beef skirt steak, zesty jalapeño relish, and the star of the show—cultured foie gras made from Japanese quail cells. So now you can enjoy foie gras, minus the guilt.
There's going to be a launch party celebrating this collab. DJ Arms1 from Choice Cut Pizza & Records will be spinning live, and the talented artists from Dreamhouse Collective Tattoos will be on hand for free flash tattoos. Oh, and the first 30 orders will even snag a limited-edition T-shirt.
When: 1 March 2025, 11am - 3pm
Where: Two Men Bagel House, 465 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427677
My fellow cat lovers, it's happening. This weekend, Singapore's largest cat event is taking place at Marina Bay Sands. Whether you're a seasoned cat parent or a casual cat enjoyer on Instagram, the Singapore Cat Carnival is packed with a series of curated activities. Think cat fashion shows, talent contests, and breed showcases judged by pros. Dive into workshops on grooming, nutrition, and pet care led by veterinarians and animal welfare experts. Plus, shop exclusive products from local and international vendors.
When: 22nd-23rd February
Where: Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Hall C
There's a fresh face in the local art scene, and it's making quite the statement. Meet Tokonoma—the brainchild of gallerist and art collector Ken Tan and art director Joash Thum—a gallery that thrives on defying labels. Think of it as the cool rebel of the art world where rules don't apply. Their debut exhibition, DNA (Design Nor Art), is a curated collection of eight intriguing objects that live somewhere in the grey zone between art and design. Highlights include Duchamp's iconic Bottle Rack (yes, the one that transformed a drying rack into art history) and a pair of Olivier People sunglasses made exclusively for Andy Warhol—because why not add a touch of Warholian flair to the mix?
When: 10 January-28 February
Where: Tokonoma, #03-10, 16 Shaw Road
By appointment only
Looking for your next cultural fix without breaking the bank? Head to the Central Arts Library (CAL) at the National Library Building, where a treasure trove of arts and culture content spanning books, music scores, and play scripts reside. But here's the kicker: their massive collection of 30,000 film titles, ranging from dance performances to theatre productions and operas, are all available in crystal-clear quality up to 4K resolution. There's even a cosy viewing room on level 8, complete with a surround sound system that'll have you feeling like you're front row at the theatre.
When: Everyday, 10am - 9pm
Where: 100 Victoria Street, National Library Board, Singapore 188064
If you're finding yourself by your lonesome this Valentine's season, fret not. In the heart of Duxton, resides TLC Under One Roof, an event space turned self-love sanctuary. Here, you can indulge in Maha & Co’s cuisine, flash tattoos by Stefan Jude and Valerie Chio, tarot readings by Clifton Turner, grooming by fdcuts, manicures at The Nail Social, and soothing massages from SAVH. Bring a buddy or attend yourself—either way, it's time to indulge in a little self-care.
The Singapore Dog Festival is just around the corner. Located at Palawan Green, Sentosa, you'll get to explore a marketplace of local pet goods, join contests like Best Dressed and The Weight is Right, and snap pics at themed photo spots. With games, goodie bags, and chill zones, it’s gonna be a day of fun with your furry friend. For those without a dog, perhaps you'll make a new furry friend or two.
Think our little red dot's size limits its excitement? Think again. This weekend, the Aliwal Urban Art Festival proves there's no shortage of activities to dive into. From an urban art exhibition to live graffiti painting, music and dance performances, workshops, artist open studios, and a vibrant lifestyle arts market, there's something for everyone. If that's not enough, you can join a free skateboarding session and try your hand at some new tricks.
When: 25 January, 12pm onwards
Where: Aliwal Arts Centre, 28 Aliwal Street, Singapore 199918
Ten years of film screenings, ten years of goooood music and ten years of unforgettable parties—The Projector marks its 10th year anniversary this weekend with a band. Expect a special interactive screening of the 'best worst movie' ever, followed by a DJ party to keep the celebration going. With an all-day happy hour and a lucky draw in the mix, grab your friends and head down to celebrate. Oh and don't forget to RSVP—you might just win a coveted Project membership.
When: 25 January, 8pm onwards
Where: The Projector, Cineleisure (Level 5)
RSVP here
Get ready for a night like no other—FOMOHOMO's new queer party, BUMBUM, is pulling out all the stops. Headlining the event is none other than Lagoon, the first drag queen to ever curate a Boiler Room London gig, so you already know the beats will be next-level. Adding to the lineup are DJs Ketia, tashsan, and FOMOHOMO's own resident DJs Loyboy, Dineash, and Nicki Aiko. With this powerhouse crew behind the decks, you're in for an unforgettable night.
When: 25 January, 10pm onwards
Where: MDLR, 62 Cecil Street, Singapore 049710
Grab your tickets here
Brilliant shadow play that eventually feels fleeting in the end.
In director Robert Eggers' 2024 adaptation of Nosferatu, the story is set in 19th-century Germany. Ellen (played by Lily-Rose Depp) suffers from fits and fevered dreams until she met her husband, Thomas Hutter (Nicholas Hoult). In order to secure a better life for the two of them, Thomas, a real estate agent, is tasked with facilitating Count Orlok's (Bill Skarsgård) acquisition of a property in their hometown of Wisburg. This endeavour will set off a series of events that leads to Wisburg to be the apex for a coming evil...
(If the story of Eggers' Nosferatu sounds familiar, that's because this version of Nosferatu is a remake of the original 1922 silent film (Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror), which is a knock-off version from Bram Stoker's Dracula due to rights issues.)
It's dark; like, real dark. This isn't a dig at the cinematography, rather Eggers’ direction brings forth that gothic eeriness with the shadows being a living element. Known for his economic use of cuts, you can see the effort that goes into a scene—extensive blocking, the planning of the camera movement. It feels like a scene with characters positioned in ways that highlight their isolation or entrapment. Many sequences play out in extended, unbroken takes, allowing the tension to simmer rather than explode. The sets—grand yet decayed—feel like painted backdrops, enhancing the film’s dreamlike quality. Even the dialogue delivery has a heightened, almost poetic cadence, reinforcing the sense that we are watching a grim fable unfold rather than a traditional horror story.
Skarsgård’s Count Orlok is a mesmerising presence—grotesque, tragic, and otherworldly. Promo images of Count Orlok were scant, probably in a bid to maintain the mystique but Count Orlok isn't the gaunt ghoul from Murnau's version. This iteration is a Romanian noble—tall, proud, topped with a fur hat. Prosthetics fill in the rest like the elongated fingers and sharp teeth; careful blocking wraps the count in shadows, heightening his presence. Eggers frequently isolates Count Orlok within the frame; like a black mass on an X-ray scan. Yes, he melts in the shadows but unlike Max Schreck’s terrifying silent portrayal, Skarsgård’s Count Orlok exudes a strange melancholy. Skarsgård reportedly worked with an opera singer to lower his voice and added laboured breathing to make it sound like every issued syllable is done through immense pain.
But despite every effort to sculpt Count Orlok as an embodiment of evil, he is felled by two references from pop culture: Sonic the Hedgehog and What We Do in the Shadows.
Every time Count Orlok appears on screen, my brain can't help put pull up this frame of reference from the film Sonic the Hedgehog, starring Jim Carrey as Dr Robotnik. I mean, look at him.
And if you've seen the comedy series, What We Do in the Shadows, Count Orlok sounds like Nandor the Relentless. But Skarsgård really goes to town with the rhoticity, even in parts of a sentence that doesn't even require a rhotic "r". (I bet top dollars that Count Orlok would be gangbusters on "Talk Like a Pirate Day".)
I don't know what that says about me but as a voracious media consumer, Count Orlok's menace is thwarted by a video game adaptation and a mockumentary spin-off. What a strange time we live in.
Depp, who plays Ellen Hutter, does so with a quiet ferocity. There’s fragility, yes, but it’s a delicate thread woven with something more primal. She moves through the film with this hauntedness, as though, at any moment, she'll break apart. It’s a performance that lingers. An afterimage in your mind's eye. All the contortions and herky-jerkiness that she displayed in Nosferatu were all Depp; no CGI. Her study into butoh and 19th-century female hysteria paid off greatly for her.
No stranger to the slow burn, Eggers' long shots revel in tension but it falters at certain parts of the film. The slow pacing slows down the story; scenes stretch on, not to build suspense, but to admire their own artistry. There's a constant dread but it circles the same dark corridors without ever breaking into a sprint. Because each frame is painstakingly composed, that beauty comes at a cost. So wrapped up in its own gothic allure, the horror becomes distant. You admire it, but you don’t feel it.
And the script is lacking. Especially the ending, which felt unsatisfactory. Despite the performances, the script doesn't dig into the chracterisations of the cast. gives her nothing to dig into. And because scenes play out like a play, some of the acting feels... well, flat.
Observe the blocking of the scene. Look at where the camera is positioned and how the characters move in the scene.
Because this is a remake of previous Nosferatu adaptations, Eggers shoots with his heart on his sleeve with shots that are inspired by them, from the crucifixes at the beach to how certain scenes are played out. In fact, we ask that you watch the OG online, just to get a sense of how the original walked so the future adaptations could fly.
Nosferatu is now out in theatres.
If you thinks that Krumpus is the worst kind of monster to see during the Christmas season, buddy, you are about to meet the nosferatu. Sorry, Nosferatu with a capital "N". And we are talking about the version by Robert Eggers, he of The Witch, The Lighthouse and The Northman.
Some context: not willing to spare coin to adapt Bram Stoker's Dracula for film, Prana Film produced an unauthorised version of it. The film was called Nosferatu, which is an archaic Romanian word "a suggested etymology of 'Nesuferitu', meaning 'the offensive one' or 'the insufferable one'. Many details from the book were changed (Dracula is now Count Orlok; the setting was shifted to Berlin; Van Helsing was renamed as Professor Bulwer) but it wasn't enough to deter the Stoker Estate from suing. Alas, Prana Film declared bankruptcy but Nosferatu was hailed by film scholars that has set the standard for the horror genre.
Even though Nosferatu entered the public domain in 2019, it didn't stop unofficial remakes from being produced even earlier. With a tenuous connection to the original via its title, Werner Herzog's Nosferatu the Vampyre starred Klaus Kinski as Count Dracula, not Count Orlok. There was even a remake by David Lee Fisher on Kickstarter starring Doug Jones. Robert Eggers' version is the only official remake to date.
It was announced that Bill Skarsgård (who's in, apparently, his goth phase) was cast as Count Orlok in Eggers' remake (very apt). Then it was followed by the news that Willem Dafoe was cast as well. There's a sort of poetry of Dafoe being in Nosferatu—Dafoe previously starred in Shadow of the Vampire, a fictionalised account of the filming Nosferatu, where Dafoe portrays Max Shreck (the actor who played Count Orlok) as an actual vampire.
For this overture, Dafoe will play Professor Albin Eberhart von Franz, whose name was changed from Professor Bulwer (who was based on Van Helsing in Stoker's Dracula).
At least, we saw a reason to create this.
Robert Eggers' Nosferatu also stars Nicholas Hoult; Lily-Rose Depp; Aaron Taylor-Johnson; Emma Corrin and Ralph Ineson. While the trailer doesn't show Count Orlok in all his horrifying glory, the feel of the teaser and the silhouette at the end conveyed all that's needed to tide us over for the full reveal.
Nosferatu will be released this Christmas.
