May

Highlight of the month!

26 May-23 July SHOPPING: The Great Singapore Sale 2006 Get ready to fill your shopping bags with unbeatable bargains at the sale event of the year, happening right here in Asia’s shopper’s paradise! This island-wide mega sale will offer irresistible discounts and more. Scour the shops for an astounding array of items ranging from fashion, watches, jewellery and consumer electronics, including luxury brands. Venue: Shopping centres islandwide. More information: www.sra.org.sg

Other events this month...

1 May-15 May THEATRE: The Candlestickmaker & Krishnan’s Dairy The Candlestickmaker tells the story of a young New Zealand Indian student who, Lonely Planet in hand, sets off to discover India and ends up discovering the mysteries of the universe. Krishnan’s Dairy takes two of the most universal Indian clichés – the Taj Mahal and the corner store – and fuses them into a funny and touching love story. Gobi and Zina Krishnan have moved to New Zealand in search of a better life for themselves and their child. They work hard and keep their dreams stacked on the shelves of their struggling business – Krishnan’s Dairy. Krishnan’s Dairy debuted in 1997 and since then has played to over 47,000, consistently receiving rave reviews and sell out houses. Venue: DBS Arts Centre. Showtime: Tue-Fri 8pm. Prices: $35-$45 More information: (65) 6733 8166. 18 May-21 May MUSICAL: Man of Letters Singaporean Dick Lee’s first romantic musical, Man of Letters dramatises the love triangle of University of Malaya students during Singapore’s political unrest in the 1950s. Shy medical freshie Ming falls in love with the beautiful brainy Roseanne but cannot believe she would love him back. When his best friend, the handsome hot-head Gan Seng shares he too is in love with her, Ming steps back and helps him woo Roseanne by composing passionate love letters on his behalf. Their love story unfolds amidst the turbulence of a historical era marked by student riots and racial tension. Uniquely Singaporean, it will feature new music by Dick and boasts a stellar cast of home-grown talent. Venue: University Cultural Centre Hall, National University of Singapore. Showtime: 8pm & 3pm. Prices: $38-$88 More information: www.nus.edu.sg/cfa 18 May-28 May 2006 EXHIBITION: International Museum Day - “Museums & Young People” Indulge in an inspiring feast for the senses with over 25 exciting events, exhibitions and tours! Celebrated by over 20 museums, Museums and Young People promises a fortnight of inspiring fun for youths and the young at heart. From museum-hopping tours to movies, concerts to comics, dance party to fabulous deals – there’s something for everyone! Venue: Various Venues More information: visit www.museums.com.sg 26 May-28 May MUSCIAL: GREASE The Musical It’s the one everyone wants! GREASE, the fifth longest running musical in Broadway history is revved up and ready to rock ‘n’ roll. Catch your favourite songs from the hit motion picture live on stage in an all-new production. Audiences dance in the aisles to chartbusters like “You’re The One That I Want”, “Hopelessly Devoted to You”, “Summer Lovin’”, “Born to Hand Jive” and “Greased Lightnin’”. This energy-packed theatrical extravaganza, which proves that baby boomers, their kids and even their grandkids just can’t get enough of Danny Zuko, Sandy Dumbrowsi and those tough-talkin’ Pink Ladies. Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium Showtimes: 26–27 May 8pm / 28 May 3pm & 8pm. Prices: $60-$145 More information: call (65) 6223 3833 or visit www.tespl.com.sg