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Dave Seaman (UK)
Apr 6th
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Dave Seaman is one of the original pioneers of house music. He has been DJing for over 25 years, was the first editor of the clubbers bible, Mixmag, and has remixed and produced for everybody… read more |
Tiefschwarz
Apr 6th
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Ali and Basti Schwarz – brothers and music lovers, created Tiefschwarz out of a passion garnered since 1990 from their first experiences as DJs at the now legendary clubs that Ali ran in Stuttgart… read more |
Week with Tony Tay
Apr 6th
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Producer of the choicest cuts of dance floor stompers and uber talented floor filling DJ. Knob twiddler, fader pusher whatever accolade you throw at him, he is a man on a mission. His ambi-decks-trous… read more |
IMDEX Asia 2009
Apr 6th
… premier dedicated maritime defence show serving the Asia-Pacific region, to be held at the Singapore Expo from 12-14 May. This year, the landmark maritime exhibition will be complemented by the …
Precious Little: Brief Encounters with Beckett
Apr 3rd
A man finds himself in the middle of a desert, mysteriously provided with tools that are taken away as soon as they become useful – how will he cope? Two men, one blind, the other lame, find each other in an abandoned landscape in the middle of winter. By helping each other, they just might make life a little more bearable. Given their options, and the tendencies of human nature, will it end in friendship or violence? These and other scenarios are the subject of World-in-Theatre’s Precious Little: Brief Encounters with Beckett.
Hailed as one of the most important writers of the 20th century, Samuel Beckett’s major works, such as Waiting for Godot and Endgame have been performed in theatres all over the world. However, his shorter works, though widely acclaimed, are performed far less frequently. Brief and intense, the plays throw the human condition into sharp relief and create a stripped down theatricality that asks a great deal from its actors.
The origin of the title comes from one of the last interviews Beckett gave before his death in 1989. When asked if he had found any part of his life’s journey worthwhile, he replied, “Precious little.”
World-in-Theatre’s Precious Little: Brief Encounters with Beckett, offers Singapore audiences a rare opportunity to familiarize themselves with some of these lesser-known works and to examine the world through the eyes of this Nobel prize -winning writer.
Check out www.world-in-theatre.org for more details about World-in-Theatre.
Date: May 6 to 9, 2009
Time: 7.30 pm
Venue: The Arts House Play Den
Price: $25 full price / $19 concessions (excluding ticketing fee)
* Keppel Nights 50% subsidy available for the show on 9 May. For more information visit www.keppelnights.com, call 68379844 or email kn@nac.gov.sg.
Tickets: http://www.theartshouse.com.sg/event_details_2009.php?id=926
Precious Little: Brief Encounters with Beckett
Apr 3rd
A man finds himself in the middle of a desert, mysteriously provided with tools that are taken away as soon as they become useful – how will he cope? Two men, one blind, the other lame, find each other in an abandoned landscape in the middle of winter. By helping each other, they just might make life a little more bearable. Given their options, and the tendencies of human nature, will it end in friendship or violence? These and other scenarios are the subject of World-in-Theatre’s Precious Little: Brief Encounters with Beckett.
Hailed as one of the most important writers of the 20th century, Samuel Beckett’s major works, such as Waiting for Godot and Endgame have been performed in theatres all over the world. However, his shorter works, though widely acclaimed, are performed far less frequently. Brief and intense, the plays throw the human condition into sharp relief and create a stripped down theatricality that asks a great deal from its actors.
The origin of the title comes from one of the last interviews Beckett gave before his death in 1989. When asked if he had found any part of his life’s journey worthwhile, he replied, “Precious little.”
World-in-Theatre’s Precious Little: Brief Encounters with Beckett, offers Singapore audiences a rare opportunity to familiarize themselves with some of these lesser-known works and to examine the world through the eyes of this Nobel prize -winning writer.
Check out www.world-in-theatre.org for more details about World-in-Theatre.
Date: May 6 to 9, 2009
Time: 7.30 pm
Venue: The Arts House Play Den
Price: $25 full price / $19 concessions (excluding ticketing fee)
* Keppel Nights 50% subsidy available for the show on 9 May. For more information visit www.keppelnights.com, call 68379844 or email kn@nac.gov.sg.
Tickets: http://www.theartshouse.com.sg/event_details_2009.php?id=926
11 people-friendly employers lauded
Apr 3rd
… with employees is very important,’ he added. He said the firm – which has Singapore Expo, the National Library building, SMU campus, the Marina Bay Sands integrated resort and Singapore …
The Fate of Neutralism in Cambodia and Laos by Prof Bruce Lockhart
Mar 31st
The Fate of Neutralism in Cambodia and Laos by Prof Bruce Lockhart
Jointly organised by Asia Research Institute, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore and The History Channel
Supported by National Library Singapore and Routledge
Wednesday, 29 April 2009
7 pm – 9 pm
Possibility Room, Level 5
National Library Building
Neutralism was actively pursued during different periods of the Cold War in both Cambodia and Laos, though in very different circumstances. In Cambodia, it was largely the vision of Prince Norodom Sihanouk, who attempted to keep his country out of the conflict and maintain ties with all of the great powers involved. In Laos, the neutralists represented a particular faction, under the leadership of Prince Souvanna Phouma, who played an important role on the political stage throughout the civil war of 1954-1975.
This talk will examine neutralism in these two countries to understand why it ultimately failed and to ask whether under other conditions it might have succeeded.
Admission is free. Due to limited seats, registration is required via www.historyasia.com/coldwar.
The Fate of Neutralism in Cambodia and Laos by Prof Bruce Lockhart
Mar 31st
The Fate of Neutralism in Cambodia and Laos by Prof Bruce Lockhart
Jointly organised by Asia Research Institute, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore and The History Channel
Supported by National Library Singapore and Routledge
Wednesday, 29 April 2009
7 pm – 9 pm
Possibility Room, Level 5
National Library Building
Neutralism was actively pursued during different periods of the Cold War in both Cambodia and Laos, though in very different circumstances. In Cambodia, it was largely the vision of Prince Norodom Sihanouk, who attempted to keep his country out of the conflict and maintain ties with all of the great powers involved. In Laos, the neutralists represented a particular faction, under the leadership of Prince Souvanna Phouma, who played an important role on the political stage throughout the civil war of 1954-1975.
This talk will examine neutralism in these two countries to understand why it ultimately failed and to ask whether under other conditions it might have succeeded.
Admission is free. Due to limited seats, registration is required via www.historyasia.com/coldwar.
Implementation of Business Continuity Management with the Singapore Standard SS540:2008
Mar 31st
Implementation of Business Continuity Management with the Singapore Standard SS540:2008
By: National Library Singapore, Singapore Business Federation and BCM Institute
Thursday, 23 April 2009
7 pm – 8 pm
Possibility Room, Level 5
National Library Building
The recent series of crisis and disasters both globally and domestically has reinforced the needs for an organisation to be prepared for impending disaster. This seminar will share Singapore government’s initiatives for business continuity management led by the Singapore Business Federation. BCM Institute will also highlight the way to implement business continuity management using the newly published SS540:2008 Singapore standard for Business Continuity Management. Business continuity is the ability for organisations to prepare and continue its critical business functions in the event of a disaster.
Due to limited seats, registration is required. Please visit http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg and click on ‘Business’ to register or register via the ekiosks.
