Five things to do in Singapore over the weekend of Jul 19-21

The hottest bhangra competition in Singapore happens this weekend – so join the party on Saturday at Gateway Theatre at 2pm! 

Later that night, dance your heart out at the after-party of RedDot Bhangra Competition, or let the dancers from VK Arts take you through the unique love story between the King and Queen of Lanka – the demon-king Ravana and his consort Mandodari. 

More events and details below: 

1.  RedDot Bhangra Competition 2019

Photo courtesy: IndieStrings
Photo courtesy: IndieStrings

Following its inaugural success, the RedDot Bhangra Competition (RDBC) is back for its second edition in Singapore – and this time, it’s bigger and better. 

The six teams – three local and three international – are ready to set the dance floor on fire with some fantastic bhangra moves on Saturday. This year, audiences are in for a treat as there will be a slew of side activities at the event. 

When: July 20
Where: Gateway Theatre
Entry: SGD 23

2. Thari – Bound by the soul

Photo courtesy: VK Arts
Photo courtesy: VK Arts

‘Thari – Bound By The Soul’ explores the concept of the ‘red thread of fate’ through the interesting, and hardly ever talked about, love story of the King and Queen of Lanka – the demon-king Ravana and his consort Mandodari. 

When: July 20
Where: Stamford Arts Centre
Entry: SGD 25

3. Southeast Asian Arts Forum 2019: The School of Art

In Southeast Asia today, contemporary society acknowledges the primacy of economic activity and return. This social structure drives us toward productive outcomes in order to thrive as living and evolved citizens of our own countries and of the world.

What place does tradition have in our modern existences, and how do the demands of contemporary life compete with the demands for food for our soul? In every culture a renaissance is eternally brewing.

When: July 19-20
Where: NAFA 
Entry: SGD 20

4. Great Indian Food Fest 2019

Photo courtesy: The Great Indian Food Fest
Photo courtesy: The Great Indian Food Fest

This 10-day event will showcase the rich history, culture and evolution of Little India. 16 food carts will be set up along Campbell Ln serving up long lost dishes. A guided heritage hawker food trail will also be happening from July 22-26.

When: July 20-21
Where: Campbell Lane
Entry: SGD 9.50

5. Voice of Legends Live

Photo courtesy: Voice of Legends Live
Photo courtesy: Voice of Legends Live

Voice of Legends is a big musical concert  to honour 3 renowned singers and showcase their soulful melodies that have mesmerised fans all over the world.

For the first time ever, a story telling musical concert with the voices of legends S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, K.J. Yesudas and K.S. Chithra coming together on one stage.  

When: July 19
Where: Suntec City
Entry: SGD 55-300