Must-see entertainment in Singapore

  • Top Choice
    Singapore Dance Theatre

    This is the headquarters of Singapore's premier dance company, which keeps fans swooning with its repertoire of classic ballets and contemporary works,…

  • Singapore Symphony Orchestra

    The neoclassical Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall is home to Singapore's well-respected flagship orchestra, which makes its performing home at the 1800…

  • Singapore Chinese Orchestra

    Using traditional instruments such as the liuqin, ruan and sanxian, the SCO treats listeners to classical Chinese concerts throughout the year. Concerts…

  • Necessary Stage

    Since the theatre's inception in 1987, artistic director Alvin Tan has collaborated with resident playwright Haresh Sharma to produce over 60 original…

  • Creatures of the Night

    If you're with kids, don’t miss Creatures of the Night, an interactive, 25-minute show whose stars includes otters, owls and a hyena. Seating is…

  • Toy Factory Productions

    Originally focused on puppetry, this bilingual (English and Mandarin) theatre company is now best known for its intercultural collaborations and envelope…

  • Wild Rice

    Singapore's sexiest theatre group is based in Kerbau Rd but performs shows elsewhere in the city (as well as abroad). A mix of homegrown and foreign work,…

  • Endless Summer

    Hang with Singapore's sun-kissed party people at Endless Summer, W Singapore hotel's popular pool party. It's a fun, chilled-out session with no shortage…

  • Timbrè X @ The Substation

    Young ones are content to queue for seats at this popular live-music venue, whose rotating roster features local bands and singer-songwriters playing…

  • Going Om

    Right on Haji Lane, Going Om is a raffish, free-spirited cafe with nightly live music. It's an atmospheric spot, with candlelit tables, smooth acoustic…

  • BluJaz Café

    Bohemian pub BluJaz is one of the best options in town for live music, with regular jazz jams, and other acts playing anything from blues to rockabilly…

  • Chinese Theatre Circle

    Teahouse evenings organised by this nonprofit opera company are a wonderful, informal introduction to Chinese opera. Every Friday and Saturday at 8pm…

  • Hood

    Inside the Bugis+ mall, Hood's street-art interior sets a youthful scene for nightly music jams with acts such as Rush Hour and Singapore Char Siew Baos…

  • Comedy Masala

    Need a good belly laugh? Head to Hero's bar on a Tuesday night to watch comics from far and wide. The good times keep rolling with a live band once the…

  • TheatreWorks

    One of the more experimental theatre companies in Singapore, TheatreWorks is led by enigmatic artistic director Ong Keng Sen. A mix of fresh local work…

  • Cool Cats

    Tucked behind a nondescript wooden door, this compact 60-seat jazz joint is where the city's cool cats head to toe tap to soulful performances of jazz,…

  • Singapore Repertory Theatre

    Based at the KC Arts Centre but also performing at other venues, the SRT produces international repertory standards as well as modern Singaporean plays…

  • Screening Room

    If your idea of a good night involves sinking into a sofa and watching classic flicks, make some time for Screening Room. Expect anything from Mamma Mia…

  • Crazy Elephant

    Anywhere that bills itself as 'crazy' should set the alarm bells ringing, but you won't hear them once you're inside. This touristy, graffiti-pimped rock…

  • Singapore Turf Club

    Although not quite as manic as the Hong Kong races, a trip to Singapore Turf Club is a hugely popular day out. Race times vary but usually run on Friday…