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NOW 2.30pm – 6pm

An Afternoon of Translation & Transcreation

Studio 219 (Esplanade Mall, #02-19)

6pm – 6.45pm

Contemporary Scottish and Irish Trad by Traditionally Speaking

Esplanade Concourse

6.30pm – 7.15pm

WeMu’s Six Stories

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

NOW 2.30pm – 6pm

An Afternoon of Translation & Transcreation

Studio 219 (Esplanade Mall, #02-19)

6pm – 6.45pm

Contemporary Scottish and Irish Trad by Traditionally Speaking

Esplanade Concourse

6.30pm – 7.15pm

WeMu’s Six Stories

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

7.15pm – 7.30pm

Sambiesta

Esplanade Courtyard

7.15pm – 8pm

Sanshin Music of Okinawa

Esplanade Concourse

7.30pm – 8.15pm

Chamber Repertory XXI

Esplanade Recital Studio

7.45pm – 8.30pm

Valérie Ékoumè

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

8pm – 9.30pm

Human l Nature

Esplanade Theatre Studio

8pm – 10pm

Moment of Inner Peace - Ani Choying Drolma Live in Concert

Esplanade Theatre

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Festivals & Series

There’s something for everyone at Esplanade.

Festivals

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Explore different facets of the performing arts or discover diverse cultures through the festivals that take place at Esplanade over specific time periods annually. At festivals, we present a range of events, from original works by Singapore artists to acclaimed productions by international acts, adding to the vibrancy of the arts scene in Singapore.

6 Oct 2023

Octoburst! 2023

In conjunction with Children’s Day in October, Esplanade presents Octoburst! – A Children’s Festival – a festival that encourages artful play and fun for all.

6 – 8 Oct 2023

Baybeats 2023

Three days of indie rock and alternative music on the bay, featuring the best of Singapore and beyond.

17 – 26 Nov 2023

Kalaa Utsavam – Indian Festival of Arts 2023

An annual festival that celebrates Indian arts and culture during the festive period of Deepavali.

PopLore – A Year of Singapore Popular Music

Discover and relive the epic, storied and exhilarating journeys of different generations through Singapore popular music and culture.

9 – 11 Sep 2022

Moonfest 2022

This festival celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival with a range of traditional Chinese arts performances and activities for all in the family.

7 Oct 2022

Octoburst! 2022

In conjunction with Children’s Day in October, Esplanade presents Octoburst! – A Children’s Festival – a festival that encourages artful play and fun for all.

12 Oct – 31 Dec 2022

In New Light

Rejuvenate your soul with brand new works and see the arts and life in new light.

13 – 23 Oct 2022

da:ns festival 2022

da:ns festival invites all dance lovers and those curious to embrace where dance takes us.

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Series

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Our programme series happen all year round, featuring works by Singapore and international artists. We hope these programmes continue to catalyse the development of dance, music, theatre and other art forms in Singapore. It also means that there’s always something happening at the arts centre.

Mosaic Music Series

Presenting music from various genres by distinguished musicians and stellar international artists.

Dance Appreciation Series 2023

Presented by Singapore Ballet in collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Dance Appreciation Series is a ballet education series for children and young audiences. The programme includes both narration and dance excerpts that will educate and excite those keen to learn more about classical ballet.

da:ns focus

After 17 years of da:ns festival, Esplanade’s beloved platform transforms into da:ns focus – an exciting year-round season of five themed weekends.

Classics

The best of Western classical music performed by the world’s best orchestras and musicians.

Feed Your Imagination (F.Y.I)

Designed for schools, Feed Your Imagination (F.Y.I) offers students a series of music, dance and drama performances by established local arts groups.

Visual Arts

A curatorial showcase of themed exhibitions by Asian artists throughout the year, located at the unique spaces in Esplanade.

28 Apr – 28 Jun 2022

Contemporary Performing Arts Research Residency

The Contemporary Performing Arts Research Residency is a new capability development programme by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, supported by the National Arts Council, Singapore.

Voices Series

A series that showcases vocal music performed by the world's best and renowned vocal ensembles.

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Free Programmes

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We believe that the arts is for everyone and as a not-for-profit organisation, we make affordable performances, talks, workshops and more. This means there are close to 3,000 performances every year, and about 70% of these are free.

FREE PROGRAMMES

1 – 30 Sep 2023

Free Programmes Sep: Crossing Borders

Join us on a journey across borders through a presentation of music from the Middle East, Asia, Europe and America. Celebrate the vibrancy of world music with Global Beats Weekend, a new world music-themed weekend this September, with workshops roving and stage performances!

FREE PROGRAMMES

1 – 30 Jun 2022

Free Programmes Jun: eXchΔnge

Where cultures and ideas cut through boundaries. Where every exchange (XΔ) sparks new possibilities.

FREE PROGRAMMES

1 – 31 Aug 2022

Free Programmes Aug: Red Dot August 2022

In the month of our nation’s birthday, we celebrate the things that make us uniquely Singapore.

FREE PROGRAMMES

19 – 28 Aug 2022

Free Programmes Aug: Rocking the Region

Two weekends of rocking alternative music with some of the region's best bands.

FREE PROGRAMMES

1 – 25 Sep 2022

Free Programmes Sep: Crossing Borders

This September, join us as we bring you on a journey across borders through a presentation of music line-ups from around the world. Look forward to performances from Middle East, Asia, Europe and America. More details to come.

FREE PROGRAMMES

4 – 31 Oct 2022

Free Programmes Oct: Popaholic

From music trends to fashion styles, iconic films and nostalgic television shows, Popaholic celebrates all things popular culture across different generations.

FREE PROGRAMMES

1 – 30 Nov 2022

Free Programmes Nov: Soundtracks

Relish in the melodies you know and love, from the most iconic shows on stage and screen — hum along with familiar favourites and discover new songs to bop to.

SERIES

5 – 31 Dec 2022

Free Programmes Dec: Come Together

Celebrate friendships new and old as artists and kindred spirits come together for a time of collaboration, reflection and revelry.

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Collaborations

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We’re not alone! We actively collaborate with other organisations and independent arts groups to increase and diversify our arts offerings.

National Theatre Live

Catch some of the finest theatre productions on screen!

Muara Festival 2022

Muara Festival is presented by Era Dance Theatre in collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay as part of Esplanade's Pentas series

SERIES

15 – 17 Dec 2022

Ding Yi Chinese Chamber Music Festival 2022

Ding Yi Chinese chamber music festival is back for its fifth edition to showcase the best of Chinese chamber music in different presentation and styles to audiences around the world.

29 Apr – 7 May 2023

Chinese Dance Fiesta 2023

The annual nation-wide Chinese dance outreach event organised by Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre is back again!

9 – 25 Jun 2023

cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival

cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival’s 13th edition draws us back to the essence of dance: the body as instrument, and movement as language. What worlds, horizons, and perspectives could the medium of dance possibly illuminate?

28 Jun – 1 Jul 2023

Singapore Youth Festival Celebrations 2023

The SYF Celebrations is organised by the Ministry of Education annually to provide students with multi-modal and collaborative platforms to express their artistic talent and creative voice, and to share their passion for the arts with the wider community.

27 – 31 Aug 2023

Singapore Chinese Music Festival 2023

Singapore Chinese Music Federation proudly celebrates its 10th Anniversary with the 3rd Singapore Chinese Music Festival 2023.

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