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3 Feb to 4 Feb 2006
PARADE: Chingay Parade of Dreams
Chingay is held annually and traditionally during the Lunar New Year to showcase Singapore’s rich multi-cultural heritage. Touted as Asia’s grandest street and floats parade, the Chingay parade will continue to mesmerise the audience with a myriad of colourful floats and performances focussing on the garden city’s rich culture and heritage.
Venue: Orchard Road.
3 Feb to 12 Feb 2006
ARTS: Chinese Festival of Arts
A true celebration and display of the Chinese culture, this festival features the depth and diversity of performance arts – all masterfully choreographed by international artistes. Come see the famed performances of the Cloud Gate Theatre from Taiwan, and the Li Liuyi Drama Studio from China. You’ll also get to listen to the violin recitals of Huang Mengla and Lu Siqing - winners of the Paganini International Violin Competition.
Venue: Esplanade.
Getting there: City Hall MRT.
5 Feb 2006
ORCHESTRA: SCO Celebrates!
A repertoire of auspicious songs to mark the Lunar New Year by the Singapore Chamber Orchestra.
Venue: Singapore Botanic Gardens
Showtime: 6pm.
Prices: Free.
5 Feb 2006
MUSIC: Kaleidoscope of Rhythms
“Kaleidoscope of Rhythms” – a spectacular concert of world music brings together a palette of Internationally reputed musicians Zakir Hussain, Terry Bozzio, Giovanni Hidalgo, U. Shrinivas, Sultan Khan and other equally talented Indian Musicians on one platform.
Venue: Esplanade Concert Hall.
Showtime: 7.30pm.
Prices: $52-$202.
Getting there: City Hall MRT.
More information: call +65 6534 4878.
16 Feb to 19 Mar 2006
CHINESE ARTS & CULTURE: Chinese Cultural Festival 2006
An exciting line-up of activities and performances promises to appeal to young and old alike in this festival, which showcases the gems of Chinese arts and culture. The opening show is the China Xi An’s famous dance musical “Dreams of the Great Tang Dynasty” which is performing out of China for the first time.
Venue: Various venues.
More information: call +65 6319 1001 or +65 6319 1591.
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