Pp5 booklet (22 jan)v2 by May Lim

FOREWORD Organised by the National Library Board, PRESSPLAY is an annual arts festival just for youths. Featuring artists who are making waves in Singaporeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arts scene, PRESSPLAY invites you to discover, explore, connect, make an impact and have loads of fun.

SERIES FIVE

This fifth season, PRESSPLAY reconnects you with your childhood memories and classics, inspired by the aesthetics of the 80s and 90s. Journey with local studios, independent artists and musicians, rediscover the beauty in slow processes of old artisanal trades, put your own spin on classical icons and reminisce about the music anthems of your teenage years. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to rewind.

PRESSPLAY.SG

5 HOW TO REGISTER 1. Go to http://www.facebook. com/pressplay.sg. 2. Head to your desired event page and hit the programme registration link. 3. Fill up the registration form with your particulars and click Submit.

Liked by lopelab, nataliestudio and 3,037 others publiclibrarysg Want to win a product from our local artisans? Post a

picture (yes! any picture!) related to PRESSPLAY and hashtag #pressplaysg, for a chance to go home with a hand-crafted or skilfully-designed item. Needless to say, the most creative entry or caption wins! Psst, some tips & tricks: We love anything with good aesthetics.

As fun as we are, we believe in the importance of reading and so should you. Pair your picture with a good read you’d like to recommend!

We want to get to know you better: share with us your fondest childhood memories!

Most importantly, get out of the house and show us how you’re enjoying PRESSPLAY.

Contest starts 11th Feb and winners will be announced on our Facebook page. Stay tuned for updates! Don’t forget to hashtag #pressplaysg!

programme. 6. Email arts@nlb.gov.sg for enquiries, and follow us on Facebook for updates. While admission is free for all programmes, registration is required.

4. If programme is full and you would like to be placed on the waiting list, please fill in your particulars on our waitlist Google form under each event page.

For the best experience, seats and materials are capped at an ideal capacity. We seek your understanding that priority will be given to participants aged 16 – 35 for our youth festival.

5. An email confirmation will be sent to your inbox upon successful registration, anytime within 3 days before the

Programme details are correct at time of print.

Do note that submission of the form does not guarantee a seat in the programme until email confirmation is sent. Priority will be given to youths and young adults aged 16–35, as well as first-timers to PRESSPLAY programmes. All registration is subjected to discretion by NLB.

AT A GLANCE 11 FEB

3 MAR

PERANAKAN LINOCUT PRINTING BY JENNIFER LIM

#AA: FILMMAKERS CLLRE CHONG & VADBIBES

BRUSH LETTERING BY LEAH DESIGN

24 FEB #AA: MUSICIANS SOBS & FXTRT

AIRPLAY THEODORA

4 MAR #AA: DESIGNERS JARROLD LIM (HINIKA) & MARC & NAOKO (TAKENOUCHI WEBB)

10 MAR EMBROIDERY BY THE WORKROOM

FILM PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAMANTHA ANN FRANCIS

SOY CANDLE MAKING BY MAR ÁVILA

POTTERY BY CENTER POTTERY

AIRPLAY SHAK & THE BAITS

Not all programme information are listed here, please refer to our Facebook page for more updates.

10 MAR LASTPLAY 9PM – 1AM

LIVE ACTS ABBY SIMONE STOPGAP M1LDLIFE LIVE BOOTHS PAPER MARBLING FIVE STONES SEWING DIY STOPS TYPEWRITER IN RESIDENCE FRIENDSHIP BANDS HAMA BEADS LOOM ART INSTALLATION OLD SCHOOL GAMES GIF PHOTO BOOTH FOOD & BEVERAGES BOOKSHOP

Get crafting and let your hands do the talking in our series of intimate demonstrations and workshops. Know whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who in the local maker craft scene, and use the techniques taught to create whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s uniquely yours. Local, hand-made and proud.

LINOCUT PER ANAK AN

BRUSH

PRINTING

LET TERING

11 FEBRUARY 2018 2PM - 4PM TAMPINES REGIONAL LIBRARY PROGRAMME ZONE

Artist and printmaker Jennifer Lim, will take you through the basic steps in creating your hand-printed eco bag. With the techniques of image transfer, carving and a colourful range of fabric inks, learn the properties of linocut printmaking to customise your own tactile creation. Limited to 25 pax per session.

11 FEBRUARY 2018 2PM - 4PM JURONG REGIONAL LIBRARY PROGRAMME ZONE

Australian artist Jennifer Lim, creates works inspired by her cross-cultural heritage and ties to Singapore. A printmaking graduate trained in Australia and Japan, Jennifer loves exploring rich historical locations,and supporting those keen to connect to creativity.

Learn the basics of letterform construction before transforming them into a gorgeous, 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s themed masterpiece that features lyrics from your favourite 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soundtrack! Limited to 25 pax per session.

Leah Chong is a self-taught lettering artist and designer based in Singapore, with a keen focus on custom lettering and branding. She is passionate about typography and letters - modern, vintage and script styles in particular.

FILM

EMBROIDERY

PHOTOGR APHY

10 MARCH 2018 11AM - 2PM CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY B1 MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM

Discover embroidery art and explore techniques from threading and knotting to create your own beautiful embroidery artwork. In this workshop, learn to embroider a local classic icon that can be converted into a mini badge! Limited to 25 pax per session.

The Workroom is the trusted go-to outfit for creative workshops and services, such as sewing, embroidery, calligraphy, and also fine-art painting. Other than conducting studio classes, their team of artists and craftsmen work on commissioned designs and art pieces.

10 MARCH 2018 11AM - 2PM NATIONAL LIBRARY L1 VISITORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BRIEFING ROOM

participants with your own film cameras, you are encouraged to bring them along for practice.

Film photography makes for fun, spontaneous moments captured not from our smartphones and leaves tangible memories to keep. Experience first-hand techniques with an in-depth understanding of the workings behind film photography, and how film photography works and how to capture momentous scenes of your life.

Editor by day and photographer by night, Samantha Ann Francis believes in crafting meaningful stories alongside experimental analog-style photography. Her works have been exhibited in Singapore Art Museum, Mulan Gallery and more.

Limited to 25 pax per session. Film cameras are provided. For

POT TERY

SOY CANDLE MAKING

10 MARCH 2018 3PM - 6PM CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY B1 MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM

One of mankind’s earliest inventions, candles have been a staple in our lives for light and to soothe our senses. Explore candle-making and aromatherapy by mixing your own blends and experimenting with patterns! Limited to 25 pax per session.

10 MARCH 2018 3PM - 6PM NATIONAL LIBRARY L1 VISITOR’S BRIEFING ROOM

Velanda Natural Mood, previously Coriandoli, was founded by Mar Ávila in 2016. Their passion is focused in crafting eco and artisanal candle products, based on knowledge and respect for mother nature. They believe in encouraging individuals to be open minded and explore their creativity through their passion.

Mould your own wares ranging from bowls, cups to vases from clay with hand-building techniques. Experience the peaceful process of making pottery, while unleashing your creative juices! Limited to 25 pax per session. All works will be sent to the kiln for firing at the end of the workshop, and can be collected after 5 to 6 weeks.

Center Pottery is a social enterprise that offers clay workshops and classes for all ages. They work with psychologists to combine the science of modern psychology with clay art to create a structured therapeutic curriculum for the general public and mental health patients.

AIRPL AY

Great beats. Evocative lyrics. Mellow moments. Good vibes. After all that, AIRPLAY needs nothing other than your company. In collaboration with Noise Singapore, come up for air in our evening sessions with amazing musicians, lyricists and singers, all graduates from the Noise mentorship programme.

SHAK & THE BAITS 24 FEBRUARY 2018 6PM - 7PM CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY B1 PROGRAMME ZONE

Since their debut performance in 2016, Shak and the Baits has been a growing household name in Singapore. Leading the band is Shak, a homegrown spokenword poetry artist and singersongwriter, who chronicles his life story through self-penned folk tunes and lyrics. Shak is also a finalist of MTV Project Aloft Star 2016 and the Noise Mentorship Programme 2016, and has since

19 produced various works including his debut single, "Taxi", released in 2017. With influences ranging from and inspired by a fusion of genres; Blues, Soul, R&B and Hiphop, Shak explains his journey in life through melancholic lyrics and groovy tunes that will tug at your heartstrings.

THEODOR A 3 MARCH 2018 6PM - 7PM CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY B1 PROGRAMME ZONE

Theodora has been steadily carving her mark on the local music scene since 2012 when she started a humble YouTube channel that set her on an upward trajectory. Inspired by artists such as American folk act Iron & Wine and English pop singer Ellie Goulding, Theodora started writing her own songs at the age of 14 and has since released 2 EPs titled "Let Me In" and "Obsession".

As a singer-songwriter, she has since performed at various locations around Esplanade and also played at Singapore’s very own alternative music festival, Baybeats, in 2015. Her other accolades include features in the third season of The Straits Time’s online video series (ST Sessions) which features rising talents in the Singapore music scene, and Spotify’s Spotlight 2016.

Catch the next round of Noise Singapore alumni at LASTPLAY. More info on pg 31!

You might have seen their works, now get to know the people behind them. This year, #ArtistAnonymous invites six of Singaporeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best and brightest from various disciplines to discuss about their ethos and compare works from the past and present from their perspectives.

22 24 FEBRUARY 2018 12PM - 1.30PM LIBRARY@ORCHARD IMAGINE THIS

#A A:MUSICIANS Join sobs and FXTRT as they share their experiences and journey of making music in Singapore and their creative processes.

sobs

FXTRT

A Singapore-based bedroom pop outfit born out of a fondness for off-kilter and playful melodies, sobs embodies a kitsch, yet instantly relatable charm through honest, straightforward and quintessentially pop songwriting. Driven by snappy, gleaming guitar lines and unassuming yet endearing vocal delivery, their songs tell everyday stories steeped in a characteristically lo-fi fashion.

FXTRT is a Math Pop band from Singapore. Blending a myriad of influences, their music consists of robust rhythm and tongue-in-cheek lyrics with a sprinkle of virtuosity. Combined with their high-octane performance, FXTRT will get you grooving to their music.

The session is moderated by Daniel Peters, Bandwagon Asia.

23 3 MARCH 2018 2PM - 3PM LIBRARY@ORCHARD IMAGINE THIS

#A A: FILMMAKERS Meet alternative filmmakers, CLLRE CHONG and VADBIBES who stays true to their unconventional visual directions in their line of work.

CLLRE CHONG Clareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main body of work consist of narrative shorts, music videos, experimental films, documentaries, commercials and more. Her works concerns the minute interactions humans have with one another. She is interested in issues prevalent in mundane life; the quiet moments, the wink of an eye, the shift in tone that consists of various nuances.

VADBIBES Jasper Tan, also known as Vadbibes is an alternative filmmaker and producer based in Singapore. Known for his unconventional and off the wall visual direction, Jasper is a oneman show that possesses the versatility to single-handedly film, edit and produce. His collaborations with the local art scene include the production and directing of videos for musicians like Gentle Bones and Villes.

The session is moderated by Jackie Lee, TheBoyWhoCriedAction.

#A A: DESIGNERS 4 MARCH 2018 2PM - 3PM LIBRARY@ORCHARD IMAGINE THIS

Craftmanship, technique and tradition are just some things that our featured designers keep their hands busy with, but what else do they consider in their creation?

Have you gotten your NLB Mobile App yet? Did you know you could do this? Borrow out your desired titles right here, right now! No more waiting in line at the borrowing station. Simply scan the barcode with the app and the book is yours – for the next 21 days.

JARROD LIM Throughout his career, Jarrod has worked for several acclaimed international design houses. His eponymous design studio, established in Singapore has created interiors and products for global brands such as Herman Miller and more.

MARC & NAOKO Takenouchi Webb is a partnership between British architect Marc Webb and Japanese interior designer Naoko Takenouchi. The integrated design firm believes in a holistic approach to design, developing the architecture and interior with a carefully considered combination of materials, detailing and precision, combined with practical problem solving unique to each project.

The session is moderated by NARELLE YABUKA, InDesign Magazine.

More of an e-book kind of person? You can get your copy from our e-book collections with the app anytime. Can’t borrow out a book because of the late fines and no time to wait? Clear your fines instantly with the app, in the comfort of your own home. If you’d like to discover and meet like-minded people, browse through the mobile app for the latest happenings in our libraries! Last but not least, this is the most important app you need during LASTPLAY to redeem the exclusively designed tokens. So what are you waiting for?

L ASTPL AY

As PRESSPLAY comes to a close, make a date with us for an intimate and interactive insidersonly finale event, held exclusively at the Plaza for the first time, after-hours. From us to you, until the next time.

LIVE BOOTHS 10 MARCH 2018 9PM - 1AM NATIONAL LIBRARY THE PLAZA

EMCEE

PAPER MARBLING

FIVE STONES SEWING

Paper marbling with its rich history in civilisations from China, Japan, Persia to Turkey, results in striking and fluid compositions seen in paper surfaces for poetry, calligraphy, and in endpapers. Drop by and make your own oneof-a-kind piece of marbled coaster.

Sew and customise your 5-stones (aka mini beanbags) from scratch with a range of fabrics to choose from, and hone your nifty sewing skills! Whip up your own game of five stones or gift it to friends or loved ones.

Limited spaces available.

DIY STOPS

JOAKIM GOMEZ

Famed for being Singapore Idol Top 5 finalist in 2006, Joakim Gomez has further boosted his entertainment experience and exposure by hosting events, singing, acting for television and theatre, and keeping 987 listeners entertained on "The Shock Circuit", weekdays from 4pm to 8pm. He has recieved formal training in theatre at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, and had plenty of experience hosting while serving his National Service in the Singapore Armed Forces Music and Drama Company. Joakim always finds new ways to reinvent and improve himself in all aspects of his creativity.

TYPEWRITER IN RESIDENCE

HAMA BEADS

Our ever popular typewriter-inresidence is back! Watch as our in-house writers churn haikus and poems inspired by your keywords, typing them on analog typewriters.

Hama Beads are small, coloured, craft beads that can be used in various ways to create wonderful designs and beautiful pieces of art. Unleash your creativity and bring your imagination to life!

FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS

GIF PHOTO BOOTH

Recreate your favourite childhood memories of making unique friendship bracelets for your friends during your childhood days.

Instant Harry Potter-style prints at your fingertips. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to take home a piece of LASTPLAY at our animated photo booth!

DIY STOPS

LOOM ART INSTALLATION

OLD SCHOOL GAMES

Books bring us on adventures through different lives, resounding through our hearts and souls. The words become our strength, our voice, woven into the fabric of our lives. Write a quote or line from your favorite book onto our ribbons and weave it into our weaving loom, adding your voice into this fabric of our community.

Experience games of the yesteryear! Pick up some “guli”, “tikam tikam”, inflatable paper balls, or even a styrofoam paper plane to indulge in a game or two with your friends at our games station.

LIVE ACTS ABBY SIMONE 9.30PM - 10.15PM

Sherry Abigail who is known by her stage name, Abby Simone, has been writing out her emotions since she was 15. What started out as poems later turned to songs. Her stylistic approach has been one of the reasons why people are drawn to her stories because she never settles to please society, instead she stands out and reminds herself that staying true to herself is one of her few satisfactions in this musical journey.

BOOKSHOP

Remember our childhood escapes through books, such as Roald Dahl’s The Big Friendly Giant, the Sweet Valley High Series or The Berenstein Bears, at neighbourhood bookshops where you could borrow your favorite books out? We know you’ve missed them, and so have we! Pop by our PRESSPLAY’s bookshop to reminisce in coming-of-age titles, and relive your childhood experiences of getting your library cards ‘chopped’. Borrow any 2 books to redeem an exclusive PRESSPLAY token from the gachapon machines! While stocks last. P.S. Don’t forget to download the NLB Mobile App in your smartphone to borrow the books!

STOPGAP 10.45PM - 11.30PM

Stopgap is a Singaporean indie rock outfit which has appeared on the lineups of a multitude of shows and music festivals in Singapore. Most notably, the band won the Noise Singapore Award in 2013. In 2014, Stopgap released their single, “Crossing Swords”, which has garnered regular airtime on Singaporean radio. In 2015, Stopgap also launched their debut full-length album titled “Totems”. Since the album release, Stopgap has toured the album in Chennai, Bangalore, and Melbourne.

M1LDL1FE 12PM - 12.45PM

Formerly known as Take Two, M1LDL1FE cuts across the indiepop grain, weaving together lush electronic textures and eclectic dance grooves into the pop sensibilities of guitar-driven music of the early 2000s. They debuted their first EP, “PAIRS” in 2015, receiving critical acclaim from the local press and were slated to be

“one of the most exhilarating new acts to emerge from Singapore’s burgeoning indie-pop scene”. In 2017, following the depature of guitarist Johnathan Lim, the quartet rechristened themselves M1LDL1FE. Armed with a fresh and grittier sonic palette, the band released their eponymous EP in July, followed by a sold out EP Launch show in August.

Noise Singapore is an initiative by the National Arts Council Singapore. It is a key youth arts platform which aims to engage young people to actively participate in the arts to showcase their creativity. Noise Singapore is also dedicated to making noise about the creative talents of young people.