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On Cover: Iskandar Jalil. Untitled (Pot with Overlapping Swirl and Wave Pattern). Undated. Ceramics and wood (handle). 37 Ă— 40 Ă— 25 cm. Collection of Singapore Art Museum.
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SOUTHEAST ASIAN PREMIERE
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About the Gallery
18 Gallery Tours
31 School Programmes
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Director’s Message
20 Special Events
34 Gallery Publications
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Art We Love
22 Film & Performance
38 Support the Gallery
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Highlights Calendar
26 Courses & Workshops
40 Shopping & Dining
8 Exhibitions
26 Community & Access
43 Ticketing Information
17 Keppel Centre for Art Education
27 Talks & Forums
44 General Information
28 Kids & Families
ABOUT THE
GALLERY U N V E I LI N G M O D E R N S I N G A P O R E A N D SOU TH E A S T A S I A N A R T National Gallery Singapore is a visual arts institution which oversees the world's largest public collection of modern art of Singapore and Southeast Asia. Situated in the heart of the Civic District, the Gallery is housed in two national monuments— City Hall and former Supreme Court—that have been beautifully restored and transformed into this exciting venue. Reflecting Singapore’s unique heritage and geographical location, the Gallery features Singapore and Southeast Asian art from Singapore’s National Collection in its long-term and special exhibitions. The Gallery also works with international museums to jointly present Southeast Asian art in the global context, positioning Singapore as a regional and international hub for the visual arts.
BOARD MEMBERS Mr Hsieh Fu Hua (Chairman) Mr Jose Isidro N (Lito) Camacho Mr Chew Choon Seng Ms Chong Siak Ching Mrs Rosa Daniel Ms Jane Ittogi
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Mr Kwee Liong Seen Dr Kenson Kwok Ms Kathy Lai Mr Benson Puah Dr Suriani Suratman Mr Wee Sin Tho
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
Dear friends, We’re midway through the year and it is a wonderful time to both catch up on, and add to our list of “must-dos”. Our first international exhibition, Reframing Modernism, has been delighting visitors since it opened in March. Sadly, it will be coming to an end on 17 July. If you haven’t seen the show yet, it is a rare chance to view works by European masters like Picasso and Kandinsky alongside Southeast Asian ones such as Le Pho. I highly recommend you do! We see the Gallery as a place for visitors of all ages and from all walks of life, to discover new stories and get inspired, be it through our exhibitions, programmes or restaurants. This quarter, we’re excited to open Iskandar Jalil: Kembara Tanah Liat (Clay Travels), the most comprehensive showcase to date of Cultural Medallion recipient and leading Singapore ceramist Iskandar Jalil’s artworks. Another launch close to our hearts is Art Conversations. In collaboration with the Dementia Prevention Programme by National University of Singapore, these sessions aim to use engaging discussions on art to support good mental health. And for kids and families, Istana Art Event promises a fun day out for all. To celebrate National Day, there will be art and crafts activities and an on-the-spot art competition with fantastic prizes to be won. We look forward to seeing you at our events!
Dr Eugene Tan Director, National Gallery Singapore
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DID YOU KNOW? NEW EXHIBITION
Leading ceramic artist Iskandar Jalil draws from everyday life and popular culture in his practice. Shaped like a fish, the top surface of this work comprises coiled swirls that capture the delicate and soft textures of tuna sashimi. Look out for this work in Iskandar Jalil: Kembara Tanah Liat (Clay Travels). This exhibition opens on 1 Sep 2016 at Concourse Gallery 1 and 2.
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Iskandar Jalil. Tuna for Sashimi "N“. 2007. 16 × 44 × 16 cm. Clay, barium blue, copper glazes and clay slip. Collection of Singapore Art Museum.
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HIGHLIGHTS CALENDAR JULY 2016
8 FRI • SPECIAL TOURS (p. 19) Director's Tour: Reframing Modernism By Dr Eugene Tan
16 SAT
2–3 SAT-SUN
• ART TALKS (p. 27) Sompot Upa-In: A Life in Art By Isr Upa-In
• PAINTING WITH LIGHT: SOUTHEAST ASIAN FILM SERIES (p. 22)
• GALLERY SIGNS (p. 26)
AUGUST 2016
6 SAT
7 SUN
• ART TALK (p. 27) Conversing with Clay By Michelle Lim
• LINOCUT WORKSHOP (p. 26) By Jennifer Lim
SEPTEMBER 2016
1 THU • OPENING OF ISKANDAR JALIL: KEMBARA TANAH LIAT (Clay Travels) (p. 14)
NEW EXHIBITION
6 Image courtesy of Lawrence Chong
10 SUN • J EAN-LUC GODARD, DISORDER EXPOSED (p. 23)
By Céline Gailleurd & Olivier Bohler
30 SAT
31 SUN
• I STANA ART EVENT (p. 20)
• B UILDING HIGHLIGHTS, SPECIAL EDITION (p. 19) Docent-led tour •S UNDAY YOGA FLOW (p. 21)
12 FRI •S PECIAL TOURS (p. 19) Wu Guanzhong: Beauty Beyond Form & Chua Ek Kay After The Rain By Dr Cai Heng (Curator, National Gallery Singapore)
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4 SUN
30 FRI
• ART TALK (p. 27) Ceramic Art Through A Filmmaker’s Lens By Royston Tan
•C ERAMICS WORSHOP
• S PECIAL TOURS (p. 19) Iskandar Jalil: Kembara Tanah Liat (Clay Travels) By Seng Yujin (Senior Curator, National Gallery Singapore)
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By Goodman Ceramic Studio
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LONG -TERM EXHIBITIONS SIAPA NAMA K AMU? Art in Singapore since the 19 th Century DBS Singapore Gallery
“Siapa Nama Kamu?” means “What is your name?” The inaugural exhibition of the DBS Singapore Gallery poses this question, inviting visitors to consider how art may relate to issues of self and community, and what it means to look at Singapore through its art. Siapa Nama Kamu? weaves together a rich and captivating narrative of artworks in a broadly chronological sequence, covering Singapore’s art history from the 19th century to the present day. Drawing on close to 400 works, it explores the influences and practices that have shaped and transformed Singapore art.
Liu Kang. Souri. 1953. Oil on canvas. 120 × 70 cm. Gift of Liu Kang Family.
Liu Kang Gallery Located within the DBS Singapore Gallery, this space commemorates pioneer artist Liu Kang’s role in the development of modern art in Singapore. In 2003, Liu Kang (1911 – 2004) and his wife Chen Jen Pin (1913 – 2009) generously donated over 1,000 paintings and works on paper to the National Collection, forming the largest donation of a single artist’s work to the Collection to date. The DBS Singapore Gallery is made possible through a gift by DBS Bank.
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BET WEEN DECLARATIONS AND DREAMS: Art of Southeast Asia since the 19 th Century UOB Southeast Asia Gallery
Housed in the former Supreme Court building, the UOB Southeast Asia Gallery presents an exhibition on the art of Southeast Asia through shared artistic impulses across the region. Starting in the 19th century, the history of Southeast Asian art is characterised by a continuous encounter with the new, and is inseparably linked to the region’s tumultuous social and political history. The meaning and expression of art was constantly negotiated as artists of Southeast Asia sought to incorporate and reinvent local expressions and aesthetic traditions as they grappled with modernity. Travel Back in Time: Peer through the lens of a stereoscope. This optical instrument will give you a glimpse of life in the 19th century in 3D. Be Inspired: How do artists find inspiration? From an artist’s sketch to a poem, different pieces reveal more about the creative process behind the works. The UOB Southeast Asia Gallery is made possible through a gift by United Overseas Bank. Latiff Mohidin. Pagodas II. Pago-Pago Series. 1964. Oil on canvas. 99.4 × 99.2 cm. Adopted by Binjai Tree in memory of Chia Yew Kay and Tan Kim Siew.
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SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS WU GUANZHONG: BEAUTY BEYOND FORM 吴冠中：大美无垠 26 Nov 2015–25 Sep 2016 | Wu Guanzhong Gallery
Wu Guanzhong. Spring Mountains in Red and Ink. 1986. Chinese ink and colour on paper. 68.1 × 137.9 cm. Gift of the artist.
Spanning over 50 years of Wu’s career, this show features both oil and ink works, many of which are on display for the first time in Singapore. Wu (1919 – 2010) was a major advocate and forerunner of synthesising Chinese art and Western modernism. This show highlights his proficiency in both Chinese and Western art traditions, and his distinctive contribution to the discourse of modern Chinese painting. The Wu Guanzhong Gallery is named in honour of a significant gift of works by Wu to Singapore. This collection is the largest holding of his works in a public museum, and is one of the most valuable art donations ever presented to Singapore.
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CHUA EK K AY: AFTER THE RAIN 蔡逸溪: 雨后 26 Nov 2015–30 Oct 2016 | City Hall Wing, Level 4 Gallery
Chua Ek Kay (1947 – 2008) was one of Singapore’s leading ink painters. His first show, in 1988, was a success, and within two decades of becoming a full-time artist, he enjoyed a level of acclaim that few other artists in Singapore had. After the Rain is a reflection of Chua’s artistic journey. He had a clear affinity with water, often referring to watery reflections, lotus ponds or rain in his paintings. Water also alludes to the potential for growth and renewal after adversity. It reminds us that although his practice has come to an end, his paintings have an afterlife, inspiring and captivating future audiences. This exhibition commemorates the significant donation of 38 works by the artist’s family to the National Collection in 2010 – 2011.
Chua Ek Kay. My Haunt. 1991. Ink and colour on paper. 191 × 121 cm. United Overseas Bank Group Art Collection.
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SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS REFRAMING MODERNISM: PAINTING FROM SOUTHEAST ASIA , EUROPE AND BEYOND 31 Mar–17 Jul 2016 | Singtel Special Exhibition Gallery
Raframing Modernism Gallery 2
The Gallery’s first international collaboration, this exhibition reframes the existing paradigm of how modernist painting is understood. Drawing on over 200 iconic works by modern artists from Southeast Asia and Europe, it invites us to reconsider how artists working in different global contexts approached modern art and modernism in the 20 th century. For the first time, view modern masterworks by Southeast Asian artists such as Le Pho, Cheong Soo Pieng and HR Ocampo, alongside treasures from the Centre Pompidou collection by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse and Vassily Kandinsky.
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Raframing Modernism Gallery 2
Play with Puzzles: Explore colours, shapes and visual composition with puzzles created from the artworks from the exhibition. Share your creation at #reframingmodernism #nationalgallerysg. Listen to Music: Art and music often inspire each other. Listen to music compositions by School of the Arts students inspired by artworks in this exhibition. Take a Peek: Peep into showcases and learn more about the works and artists in this exhibition in a three-dimensional and tactile way. Reframing Modernism is organised by National Gallery Singapore and the Centre Pompidou, Paris
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SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS ISKANDAR JALIL: KEMBARA TANAH LIAT (Clay Travels) 1 Sep 2016–28 Feb 2017 | Concourse Gallery 1 & 2
Iskandar Jalil. Round Form Torn into Half. 1991. Clay with various glazes. 19 × 54 × 20 cm. Collection of Singapore Art Museum.
Iskandar Jalil is a leading ceramic artist in Singapore. He is widely recognised for expanding, advancing and reinventing the practice of studio pottery and ceramic art. Iskandar Jalil: Kembara Tanah Liat (Clay Travels) is the first major survey of Iskandar's career and draws on close to 200 works from the 1960s to the present. It highlights his deep connection with clay and belief that the material embodies the local identity and culture of the land. He insisted on using clay from Southeast Asia and drew on a wide range of cultural sources to capture the character of the region. This exhibition explores the practice of ceramic art, challenges the conventional view of it and underlines its place in the history of modern art in Southeast Asia and beyond.
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TOTEM 25 May–15 Sep 2016 | Ng Teng Fong Roof Garden Gallery
This large scale sculpture by Singaporean artist Chun Kai Feng plays on a familiar local sight—the concrete benches seen on the grounds of Housing Development Board (HDB) estates. The benches embody the rugged functionalism of Singapore’s modernism. Using the simplest means of sculpture making, the benches are stacked to build a monument. Its primitive form evokes a tribal totem, albeit a modern one for the city. The glossy finish stands in stark contrast to the original look of the concrete benches. This creates an arresting work and thought-provoking dialogue with the skyscrapers that surround the Gallery. Chun Kai Feng graduated from The Glasgow School of Art with a Masters in Fine Art in 2010. Interested in mapping the day-to-day, his works are based on ordinary urban elements in the background of a city. These are made with industrial techniques and materials, and adhere to Chun’s formal sculptural discipline. These urban objects are composed in a space that becomes charged with narrative potential.
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UPCOMING EXHIBITION ARTIST AND EMPIRE: (EN)COUNTERING COLONIAL LEGACIES In association with Tate Britain 6 Oct 2016–26 Mar 2017 | Singtel Special Exhibition Gallery Elizabeth Butler. The Remnants of an Army. 1879. Oil on canvas. 132.1 × 233.7 cm. Collection of Tate. Presented by Sir Henry Tate 1897. © Tate, London 2016.
Organised in association with Tate Britain, the Gallery’s second international exhibition explores the different ways in which the British Empire has been represented and contested through art. It critically examines art produced for the British Empire from a contemporary perspective, and features viewpoints from Southeast Asia. The exhibition also takes a close look at the relationship between colonial experience and the rise of modern art in former colonies such as Singapore, with a special focus on Sir Stamford Raffles. Ranging from the 16th century to the present day, Artist and Empire draws upon close to 200 works from international and regional collections as well as Singapore institutions. Artist and Empire is organised by National Gallery Singapore in association with Tate Britain, London. ORGANISED BY
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IN ASSOCIATION WITH
LEAD SPONSOR
KEPPEL CENTRE FOR ART EDUCATION
Located on Level 1 of the City Hall Wing, the Keppel Centre is easily accessible to schools and families with young children. Admission is included in your entrance ticket to the Gallery.
Sandra Lee's The Enchanted Tree House at Art Playscape.
Climb a tree house, play with colour and light, and work in an artist’s studio. A wonderfully creative environment awaits children at Keppel Centre for Art Education, a dedicated education facility within the Gallery that will stimulate curiosity and the imagination. Inspiring learning in new ways, it features four vibrant spaces conceptualised by artists and inspired by their fantastical ideals and personal stories of what “home” means to each of them. Schools and families will delight in the exciting line-up of programmes on offer here all year round (p. 29). The Keppel Centre also presents a changing series of special displays and an interactive area. The Keppel Centre for Art Education is made possible through a gift by Keppel Corporation.
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G ALLE RY TOURS Explore the rich history of our buildings and collections by joining one of our guided tours led by trained docents. These engaging hour-long tours run at different times in English or Mandarin. Registration opens 20 minutes before each tour at the Tours Desk located at B1. 20 slots are available on a first come, first served basis. Tours are free but admission fees to exhibitions may apply.
GUIDED TOURS BUILDING HIGHLIGHTS English 11am and 3pm daily, Mandarin, 11.30am Fri–Sun DBS SINGAPORE GALLERY HIGHLIGHTS English 10.30am and 2pm daily, Mandarin, 2.30pm Fri–Sun UOB SOUTHEAST ASIA GALLERY HIGHLIGHTS English 3.30pm daily, Mandarin 4pm Fri–Sun HIGHLIGHTS OF WU GUANZHONG: BEAUTY BEYOND FORM & CHUA EK KAY: AFTER THE RAIN English 4.30pm Fri–Sun, Mandarin 2pm Sat–Sun REFRAMING MODERNISM HIGHLIGHTS English noon Fri–Sun, 7.30pm Fri–Sat, Mandarin 4.30pm Sat–Sun HIGHLIGHTS OF ISKANDAR JALIL: KEMBARA TANAH LIAT (Clay Travels) (FROM 9 SEP) English 10.30am Fri–Sun, Mandarin 3pm Fri–Sun
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GALLERY EXPLORER APP You may also go on a self-guided tour using the Gallery Explorer App. Download the app onto your mobile device from the App Store or Google Play store.
In conjunction with Car-Free Sunday
BUILDING HIGHLIGHTS, SPECIAL EDITION (户外建筑特点) Sun 31 Jul | English, 9.30am and 9.45am, Mandarin 10am Join us for a morning docent-led tour and discover the rich history and architecture of the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings. Tours depart from the Jubilee Walk marker at the Padang Atrium entrance (along St Andrew’s Road). 30 slots are available on a first come, first served basis. Tour will be conducted in the Gallery in the event of rain.
SPECIAL TOURS Gain deeper insights into the artworks and narratives of the exhibitions on special tours led by our Gallery Director and curators. 20 slots are available per tour. Tickets available through our website and ticketing counters. DIRECTOR'S TOUR: REFRAMING MODERNISM Led by Dr Eugene Tan (Director, National Gallery Singapore) Fri 8 Jul | 7.30pm | 75 min | $30 WU GUANZHONG: BEAUTY BEYOND FORM & CHUA EK KAY: AFTER THE RAIN Led by Dr Cai Heng (Curator, National Gallery Singapore) Fri 12 Aug | 7.30pm | 75 mins | $25 Led by Grace Tng (Assistant Curator, National Gallery Singapore) Fri 9 Sep | 7.30pm | 75 mins | $25 ISKANDAR JALIL: KEMBARA TANAH LIAT (Clay Travels) Led by Seng Yujin (Senior Curator, National Gallery Singapore) Fri 30 Sep | 7.30pm | 75 mins | $25 19
E V E NT S & AC TIV ITI E S SPECIAL E VE NTS
ISTANA ART EVENT Sat 30 Jul | 8.30am–6pm | Istana Grounds (entrance via Orchard Road main gate) Free admission for Singaporeans and PRs, $2 for non-Singaporeans
Join us at the Istana Open House and celebrate Singapore’s birthday with fun-filled art and heritage activities for the whole family!
ON-THE-SPOT ART COMPETITION 10am–3pm | Istana Main Gate, Main Tent & Villa
Calling all children aged 3 to 12 years old*! Showcase your creativity and stand to win fantastic prizes. The first 1,000 participants to submit their completed artwork will receive a free Istana Art Event goodie bag**. ARTS & HERITAGE VILLAGE 9am–5pm
Participate in exciting art and craft activities presented by selected museums and institutions. * Age as at 31 January 2016. Please note that only official IAE drawing papers will be accepted for the On-the-Spot Art Competition. Participants must bring their own colouring materials. The competition schedule may change in the event of bad weather. Organisers will inform participants accordingly. ** Terms and conditions apply. While stocks last. As this is an outdoor event, please make preparations for wet weather. In collaboration with the President’s Office.
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In conjunction with Car-Free Sunday
SUNDAY YOGA FLOW Sun 31 Jul | 9.15am | 60 min | Basement Concourse
Start your Sunday with an energetic yoga flow session that will awaken your body amidst the beautiful setting of the Gallery. Suitable for beginners and regular yoga practitioners alike. Registration is required. Limited to 25 participants. To register, please email programmes@nationalgallery.sg
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E V E NT S & AC TIV ITI E S FILM & PE RFORMANCE
PAINTING WITH LIGHT: SOUTHEAST ASIAN FILM SERIES Auditorium | $10 per ticket (includes booking fee) Tickets available through the Gallery and SISTIC websites and ticketing counters
Held on the first weekend of every month, Painting with Light is a film series featuring some of Southeast Asia’s best cinematic stories over the last hundred years. Enjoy a pair of films—a classic and a contemporary title—from one Southeast Asian country each month. Please visit our website for the full programme. DATE
TI M E
F I LM
D I R E CTO R
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C O U N T RY
1988
Laos
Sat 2 Jul
7.30pm
Bouadeng (Red Lotus)
Som-Ock Southiphonh
Sun 3 Jul
3pm
Pai Tang (At the Horizon)
Anysay Keola
2011
Laos
Sat 6 Aug
7.30pm
Sesudah Suboh (After Dawn)
P Ramlee
1967
Malaysia
Sun 7 Aug
3pm
The Big Durian
Amir Muhammad
2003
Malaysia
Sat 3 Sep
7.30pm
Gema Dari Menara (Echoes from the Minaret)
Mohasbi Ahmad
1968
Brunei
Sun 4 Sep
3pm
Yasmine
Siti Kamaluddin
2014
Brunei
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SOUTHEAST ASIAN PREMIERE
In conjunction with Reframing Modernism
JEAN-LUC GODARD, DISORDER EXPOSED By Céline Gailleurd & Olivier Bohler Co-produced by Nocturnes Productions, INA and Imagia France | French with English subtitles | 2012 | 65 min | Rating TBA Sun 10 Jul | 3pm | Auditorium | Post-screening Q&A with producer Raphael Millet Free admission; please register early through our website or ticketing counters to enjoy complimentary entry to Reframing Modernism.
This essay film retraces Godard’s controversial exhibition Travel(s) in Utopia at the Centre Pompidou in 2006. Claiming that the museum had censored his earlier concept, he re-conceived this exhibition as a disparate collection of images from ancient Egypt till today, sculptures, and video installations with film clips from People on Sunday to Black Hawk Down. Godard’s exhibition reflected the curatorial tendency in his cinema, which has been described as films remembering films, through cinematic references, allusions and pastiches. The montage approach introduces dialogue and fresh connections between dissimilar texts, creating new ways of seeing. This is not unlike the premise of the exhibition Reframing Modernism, co-curated by Centre Pompidou and National Gallery Singapore. By placing paintings of Southeast Asian artists alongside those from European artists with shared concerns in their practice, it suggests the existence of multiple modernities and unsettles a singular history of modernism originating from the West. Print source: Nocturnes Productions Contact: Raphaël Millet (raphaelmillet@hotmail.com)
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E V E NT S & AC TIV ITI E S FILM & PE RFORMANCE
Becka
TO Ensemble
RESONATES WITH Resonates With is a series featuring cross-genre collaborations between musical ensembles and contemporary musicians. The series is anchored by elements in the Gallery’s collections, architecture or building spaces that serve as catalysts for creative dialogue between musicians. Sat–Sun 2–31 Jul | 2pm, 3pm, 4pm | 30 min | Padang Atrium
In celebration of Youth Day, July’s line-up showcases budding music talents. Enjoy performances by local singer-songwriter Becka, classical musicians from Steinway Gallery’s Rising Star series and music ensembles presenting instrumental covers of popular radio hits. Sat–Sun 6–28 Aug | 2pm, 3pm, 4pm | 30 min | Padang Atrium
Join in the National Day festivities with a month of home grown music from instrumental covers of Singapore classics to local compositions. Sat–Sun 3–25 Sep | 2pm, 3pm, 4pm | 30 mins | Padang Atrium
Kick back with TO Ensemble as they present jazz improvisations inspired by the artworks in the Gallery.
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SINGAPORE RHAPSODIES Friday afternoons | 2.30pm | Singapore Courtyard | Free admission 1 Jul
CHIJ (Katong) Primary School
5 Aug
First Toa Payoh Primary School
2 Sep
Zhangde Primary School
8 Jul
Dunearn Secondary School
12 Aug
St Anthony’s Primary School
9 Sep
Princess Elizabeth Primary School
15 Jul
Meridian Primary School
29 Aug
Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)
16 Sep
Regent Primary School
22 Jul
Angsana Primary School
23 Sep
Unity Primary School
29 Jul
Casuarina Primary School
30 Sep
Alexandra Primary School
In celebration of Singapore's rich music heritage, this concert series invites school students to showcase original compositions or their interpretations of popular local tunes on our striking red grand piano in the Singapore Courtyard. Singapore Rhapsodies at National Gallery Singapore is a concert series spearheaded by the Sing50 Fund, which is managed by The RICE Company Limited (TRCL). This series is presented by POSB and supported by National Gallery Singapore.
Š The RICE Company
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E V E NT S & AC TIV ITI E S COURSE S & WORKSHOPS
PORTRAITURE WORKSHOP BY LEACH Sun 3 Jul | 2–4.30pm | 150 min | Rooftop studios 1 & 2 | 15 slots available $30 | Tickets available through our website, ticketing counters and SISTIC channels
This workshop explores the concept of portraiture through key artworks in special exhibition Reframing Modernism. Participants will learn basic oil pastel techniques and the essentials of drawing a portrait.
LINOCUT WORKSHOP BY JENNIFER LIM Sun 7 Aug | 2–4.30pm | 150 min | Rooftop studios 1 & 2 | 15 slots available $35 | Tickets available through our website, ticketing counters and SISTIC channels
This workshop will introduce participants to the basic techniques of linocut printmaking. Create a printing plate based on architectural motifs found in the Gallery’s historical buildings.
CERAMICS WORKSHOP BY GOODMAN CERAMIC STUDIO Sun 4 Sep, 2 Oct | 2–4.30pm | 150 min | Rooftop studios 1 & 2 | 25 slots available $35 | Tickets available through our website, ticketing counters and SISTIC channels
Developed in conjunction with Iskandar Jalil: Kembara Tanah Liat (Clay Travels), this workshop imparts the basics of working with clay. Participants will create a simple piece inspired by Iskandar Jalil’s artworks and practice.
COMMUNIT Y & ACCE S S
GALLERY SIGNS Sat 9 Jul, 13 Aug, Sat 10 Sep | 3.30pm
Explore paintings from Siapa Nama Kamu? through engaging conversations in Singapore Sign Language (SgSL). Led by a docent and Sign Language interpreter from the Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf), each session discusses themes close to our hearts such as home, identity, love and friendship. 10 slots are available per session with limited spaces for SgSL students to observe. To register, please email programmes@nationalgallery.sg Meeting Point: Information Counter near Coleman Street Entrance
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ART CONVERSATIONS DBS Singapore Gallery
Art Conversations aims to use art appreciation and mindfulness to support good mental health. Conducted in collaboration with the Dementia Prevention Programme by National University Singapore, these discussions focus on life, home and identity. If you would like to organise an Art Conversation session for your group, please email programmes@nationalgallery.sg with your name, contact detail and information about your group. Sessions are available in English, Mandarin and selected dialects.
TALKS & FORUMS
ART TALKS SOMPOT UPA-IN: A LIFE IN ART Sat 16 Jul | 3–4pm | Glass room | Free admission on a first come, first served basis.
Late artist Sompot Upa-In was a key figure in the history of Thai modern art. This dialogue session with his son Isr Upa-In offers an intimate glimpse into his life as an artist, lecturer and music lover. CONVERSING WITH CLAY Sat 6 Aug | 3–4pm | Glass room | Free admission on a first come, first served basis.
Michelle Lim was the co-organiser of community art project Awaken the Dragon in 2013. This initiative saw the entire length of one of the last dragon kilns in Singapore being fired for the first time in over 30 years. Her talk will introduce visitors to ceramic art and discuss the rise of the maker movement in Singapore. ROYSTON TAN: CERAMIC ART THROUGH A FILMMAKER’S LENS Sat 3 Sep | 3–4pm | Glass room | Free admission on a first come, first served basis.
Award-winning filmmaker Royston Tan was a student of Iskandar Jalil in the early 1990s. He will share his perspective on Iskandar as a master potter and educator, and shed light on how Iskandar's art-making philosophy has influenced his filmmaking.
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E V E NT S & AC TIV ITI E S KIDS & FAMILIE S
FAMILY WEEKENDS Enjoy a line-up of parent-child programmes at the Keppel Centre for Art Education that use the Gallery’s collection as a springboard to introduce little ones to art. Designed in collaboration with artists and art practitioners, the programmes offer interactive experiences to awaken children’s natural curiosities and stretch their imagination to a whole new level. ART EXPLORERS Sat–Sun 9–10 Jul, 13–14 Aug, 10–11 Sep | 11am, 1.30pm
Focusing on artists and their masterpieces in the Gallery’s collection, this intimate programme invites young ones to see artworks from a different perspective. DROP IN CRAFT Every Sat–Sun | 1–6pm
With an art kit and theme inspired by the Gallery’s collection, this activity invites parents and children to interact creatively through art-making. SKETCH SUNDAYS Sun 10 Jul, 14 Aug, 11 Sep | Various timings (visit our website for details)
Delight in drawing sessions in the heart of the galleries, with an artist on hand to share techniques and skills! STORIES IN ART Sat–Sun 9–10 Jul, 13–14 Aug, 10–11 Sep | Various timings (visit our website for details)
Interactive storytelling will imbue familiar (or unfamiliar) artworks with a newfound sense of wonder. This programme is created for both parents and children.
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VOYAGE BY TWARDZIK-CHING CHOR LENG ALL AGES
ART CORRIDOR, KEPPEL CENTRE FOR ART EDUCATION
Inspired by topographical maps of waterways of Singapore, colours, shapes and lines intersect to create a lively colour scape at the Art Corridor. Move colourful chips over hidden paths in the artwork, discover your favourite colour combinations and travel the longest distance without losing your chip.
THE ENCHANTED TREE HOUSE BY SANDRA LEE 5–12 ART PLAYSCAPE , KEPPEL CENTRE YEARS
FOR ART EDUCATION
A fantastical play area inspired by the idea of “entering a painting”, Sandra Lee's The Enchanted Tree House invites young visitors to meet Fynn the Fish-on-Sticks and his forest friends as they explore a magical forest and roam through a labyrinth. Discover mysteries, unexpected surprises and stories of friendship and courage along the way!
HOME-A-SAPIENS BY TAN WEE LIT 7+
YEARS
PROJECT GALLERY, KEPPEL CENTRE FOR ART EDUCATION
Home-a-Sapiens is an immersive environment that encourages creative thinking through hands-on experience. What might our future homes be like? What if our homes were mobile and could rise to the skies? Be inspired by the floating sculptures at Project Gallery and build your own homes of the future. Special activity kits are available at $4/kit 29
E V E NT S & AC TIV ITI E S KIDS & FAMILIE S
VISUAL DICTIONARY BY MILENKO PRVACKI 7+
YEARS
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, KEPPEL CENTRE FOR ART EDUCATION
Step into the Children's Museum and enjoy a display of artworks, experiments and art tools that provide insights into the artistic process. Discover a wall of unusual objects created from found materials and create your own mini sculpture or "visual postcard" for the artist. Pocket sculpture starter kits are available at $2/kit
WHO’S IN THE WOODS ALL AGES
CITY HALL WING, LEVEL 1
An interactive platform featuring a day-to-night forest-scape awaits the most curious visitor. Create your own hybrid animals using fantastical colours and patterns and discover how they interact with other animals in the woods. Receive a paper template via email to build your own animal at home.
SOCIAL TABLE ALL AGES
CITY HALL WING, LEVEL 2
Explore over 170 artworks from the exhibition Siapa Nama Kamu? on the multi-touch Social Table. Send an artwork to someone across the table and kickstart a dialogue about art, explore artist connections or create a poster of your favourite artworks.
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SCH OOL PROG R AM M E S Our school programmes support teaching, learning and research in art and museum education. Guided school tours engage students and teachers in active discussions, developing visual observation and interpretation skills. Each tour lasts 70 minutes and slots are available from Mon–Fri between 10am–4pm. Studio workshops develop creative and critical thinking through art-making activities conducted by our Gallery educators. Each workshop lasts 120 minutes and slots are available from Mon–Fri between 10am–3pm. Registration is required 4 weeks in advance. Please email school.bookings@nationalgallery.sg to register.
KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL TOURS
JAN–DEC 2016: STORIES AROUND US
How do artists use colours, lines and shapes to tell different stories? S TUDIO WORKSHOP
JUL–SEP 2016: LINES THAT MOVE
Using only lines, create an artwork that conveys movement and mood (in conjunction with Beauty Beyond Form and After the Rain). JUL–DEC 2016: MAKE YOUR OWN STORYBOOK—COLOURS & MOODS
Discover how colours can create different moods and atmospheres in a painting.
PRIMARY SCHOOL SCHOOL TOURS
JAN–DEC 2016: STORIES OF HOMES
Does every artwork tell a story? Can art reveal unexpected twists to familiar stories? S TUDIO WORKSHOP
JUL–DEC 2016: THINKING & WRITING ABOUT ART
Develop interpretive and presentation skills through role-playing as curators, artists and art-writers.
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SCH OOL PROG R AM M E S SECONDARY SCHOOL SCHOOL TOURS
JUL–DEC 2016: STORIES OF PAST & PRESENT
Are there more than two sides to every story? Questions must be asked! S TUDIO WORKSHOP
JAN–DEC 2016: NARRATIVES & SYMBOLS
Create powerful stories using book pages, photographs and found materials.
JUNIOR COLLEGE & ABOVE SCHOOL TOURS
Students are encouraged to go on a self-guided tour using the Gallery Explorer app. S TUDIO WORKSHOP
JAN–DEC 2016: HOMES AS SOLITUDE SPACES
Explore form, structure and text to create artworks about personal spaces, public spaces and the community.
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SPECIAL EDITION NATIONAL DAY PROGRAMMES Aug–Sep 2016
In celebration of National Day, schools can participate in special Building Highlights tours. These tours focus on group learning through discussion and reflective exercises designed to develop students' appreciation of Singapore history. KINDERGARTEN: ADVENTURES IN ARCHITECTURE
The Gallery’s historical buildings have many grand and recognisable features. What shape do you think of when you look at the Corinthian columns? This 90-minute trail will encourage participants to think about the shapes they see in everyday life and explore the rich history and architecture of the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings through the use of shapes. PRIMARY SCHOOL: CELEBRATING OUR HISTORY
Discover places in the building where important events took place. This 90-minute trail through the Gallery will take participants back into the past as they tour conserved spaces and learn about the shaping of national identity through architecture and history. SECONDARY SCHOOL: ROAD TO INDEPENDENCE
Participants will learn about the struggles and uncertainties in Singapore’s history through a 90-minute walk that recollects the stories behind the Gallery’s iconic spaces. They will learn about key events in Singapore and the significance of these places in shaping the nation’s identity.
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GALLERY PUBLICATIONS The Gallery publishes books on the visual art of Singapore and Southeast Asia. We are continually expanding our range of titles and have to date published a collection of children’s books, exhibition catalogues and albums, as well as research titles. Our books are available for purchase at our museum shop. For more information on our books, please email publications@nationalgallery.sg.
NEW PUBLICATIONS
COMING SOON!
NATIONAL GALLERY SINGAPORE: ART SPACES Paperback | 64 pages | $12 inclusive of GST Situated in Singapore’s two national monuments, the building of National Gallery Singapore balances the need to create a distinct identity for the art spaces with a simultaneous celebration of the architectural, cultural and historical significance of the Gallery. In collaboration with Scala Publishers, this book featuring photographs of the Gallery's development traces the transformation of these magnificent buildings through time, telling a story of competition, challenges, preservation and innovation. ISKANDAR JALIL: KEMBARA TANAH LIAT (CLAY TRAVELS) Pricing and book specifications will be available soon. Published on the occasion of the artist’s retrospective exhibition at National Gallery Singapore, this catalogue illuminates Iskandar Jalil’s enduring relationship with clay and the pivotal role he plays in expanding the practice of ceramics. Regarded as one of Southeast Asia’s prominent ceramicists, Iskandar Jalil has been conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette and Cultural Medallion accolades for his outstanding achievement in visual arts. Iskandar Jalil. Sit the Chair. 2006. Clay, dry barium copper and cobalt glazes. 45 × 22 × 18 cm. Collection of Singapore Art Museum
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PUBLICATIONS SIAPA NAMA KAMU? ART IN SINGAPORE SINCE THE 19TH CENTURY: SELECTIONS FROM THE EXHIBITION Paperback | 120 pages | $12 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-7384-1 This album offers an overview of Siapa Nama Kamu? through an inspired selection of 100 works from the exhibition. Beautifully reproduced images and accompanying curatorial texts tell the story of nearly two centuries of art in Singapore—one of diverse influences, shared impulses and ceaseless flux.
BETWEEN DECLARATIONS AND DREAMS: ART OF SOUTHEAST ASIA SINCE THE 19TH CENTURY: SELECTIONS FROM THE EXHIBITION Paperback | 120 pages | $12 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-7385-8 This album presents an overview of Between Declarations and Dreams through 100 works from the exhibition. A thoughtful look at art of this region, it features beautifully reproduced images accompanied by curatorial texts that flesh out the themes and sections of the exhibition. SIAPA NAMA KAMU? ART IN SINGAPORE SINCE THE 19TH CENTURY Hardback | 310 pages | $75 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-7352-0 Published to accompany National Gallery Singapore’s inaugural exhibition Siapa Nama Kamu?, this catalogue presents a survey of Singapore art through 400 works from the 19th century to the present, charting major themes across broad time periods. Essays offer insight to the exhibition that considers the parameters of time and nation in relation to the history of art in Singapore. BETWEEN DECLARATIONS AND DREAMS: ART OF SOUTHEAST ASIA SINCE THE 19TH CENTURY Hardback | 294 pages | $75 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-7349-0 Between Declarations and Dreams is National Gallery Singapore’s inaugural exhibition of the art of Southeast Asia from the 19th century to the present. This catalogue with over 300 artwork images and a selection of essays provides curatorial insight to a task that is at once monumental and intricate—the positing of an art history of a region as diverse as Southeast Asia. 35
GALLERY PUBLICATIONS PUBLICATIONS CHUA EK K AY: AFTER THE RAIN
蔡逸溪 : 雨后 Paperback (平裝) | 208 pages | $50 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-7353-7 Chua Ek Kay is regarded as one of Singapore’s leading ink practitioners, celebrated for his distinctive visual vocabulary that bridges Chinese ink painting traditions and Western aesthetics. This catalogue accompanies an exhibition at National Gallery Singapore that illustrates momentous inflections in over three decades of Chua’s prolific practice. It also includes a heretofore unpublished manuscript interview by Chua discovered posthumously in his study, as well as reflections by Mrs Chua Ek Kay.
WU GUANZHONG: BEAUTY BEYOND FORM
吴冠中 : 大美无垠 Paperback (平裝) | 192 pages | $50 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-8135-8 A giant among artists of his generation, Wu Guanzhong is celebrated for his distinctive synergy of Western oil painting and Chinese ink aesthetics, as well as his modernisation of Chinese ink painting. This catalogue accompanies the National Gallery Singapore’s exhibition that showcases Wu’s oeuvre over five decades and inaugurates the permanent gallery dedicated to the artist. Accompanying essays within expand upon themes of the exhibition and offer insight into Wu’s beliefs regarding the function of art.
SEEING THE KITES AGAIN: THE WU GUANZHONG DONATION COLLECTION
又见风筝 : 吴冠中捐赠作品集 Hardback (精裝) | 295 pages | $205 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-7498-5 Wu Guanzhong has gone further than any of his contemporaries in fusing the Western and Chinese art traditions, and stands as one of the greatest artists of 20 th-century China. This beautiful volume featuring essays, over 100 artwork images and a detailed biographical timeline, celebrates Wu’s art, life, his remarkable achievements, and his donation to Singapore—the single largest donation made by the Chinese master artist to any public museum.
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PUBLICATIONS THE MAKING OF NATIONAL GALLERY SINGAPORE Paperback | 168 pages | $75 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-7343-8 The Making of National Gallery Singapore animates the story of the origins and physical transformations of the City Hall and former Supreme Court buildings into National Gallery Singapore. Accompanied by stunning photographs, the chapters flesh out the colonial past of the buildings, the conception and organisation of the architectural design competition, and the ambitious ten-year envisioning, design and building process.
EARTH WORK 1979 Paperback | 100 pages | $25 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-8282-9 Earth Work 1979 is a restaging of selected works from artist Tang Da Wu’s seminal 1980 exhibition, one of the earliest exhibitions of land art in Singapore. This catalogue delves deeper into Tang’s practice, the circumstances of the creation of his earth works and the environment of Singapore in the 1970s and 1980s through essays, interviews, newspaper articles and never-beforeseen photo documentation.
A FACT HAS NO APPEARANCE Paperback | 100 pages | $25 inclusive of GST ISBN: 978-981-09-8433-5 A Fact Has No Appearance explores the impact of new ideas on art in Southeast Asia during the 1970s through the case studies of three artists: Johnny Manahan (Philippines), Redza Piyadasa (Malaysia), and Tan Teng-Kee (Malaysia/Singapore), all of whom have been recognised for breaking ground in Southeast Asia modern art. With essays that deliberate upon the impact of works by these three artists, as well as a rich documentation of their works and archival materials, this catalogue sheds insight into how conceptual art practices took hold in this region.
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SUPPORT THE G ALLE RY The Gallery offers opportunities for you to enhance and cultivate your love for the arts. Your support helps us to build a world-class collection, pioneer original research, and develop our public programmes to bring art to a wider audience. Support the Gallery as a:
DOCENT Be part of a vibrant, growing community of individuals who are passionate about art, history and culture and want to share this with visitors to the Gallery. Our training programme will equip you with an understanding of Singapore and Southeast Asian art, and the history of our buildings. To learn more about becoming a docent, please email docent.programme@nationalgallery.sg.
VOLUNTEER Best Friends of the Gallery play a key role in helping visitors to have a fun and inspiring time. The Gallery welcomes both individual and corporate volunteers. Choose from a wealth of opportunities from joining us as a Gallery Host to assisting on tours. For more information, please email BFG@nationalgallery.sg
DONOR Your support as a donor is crucial to the future growth of the Gallery’s collection and programmes, and you may be eligible for a generous tax deduction in appreciation of your donation. We will be pleased to advise you on the different ways of contributing to the Gallery. If you are interested in making a cash donation, please email supportus@nationalgallery.sg. If you are considering donating an artwork to the Gallery, please email collections@nationalgallery.sg.
GALLERY INSIDER You can enjoy a range of exclusive benefits—including free entry to all exhibitions, priority booking for selected programmes, members-only events, discounts at our retail shop, restaurants and bars, and much more! Sign up as an individual, join with a friend or together as a family. You can also purchase membership as a gift for your loved ones. For more information, please email membership@nationalgallery.sg.
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National Gallery Singapore would like to thank our corporate partners for their generous support.
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NATI O NA L GA LLE RY S I NGA P OR E GALA
TH E E M P I R E BALL 2016 F R I DAY 7 O CTOB E R 2016
PRESENTED BY VACHERON CONSTANTIN COCK TAI LS 6.30PM , CIT Y HALL CHAM BER DINNER 8PM TI LL L ATE , SUPREM E COURT TERR ACE AT TIRE: B L ACK TIE AND EM PIRE
The inaugural National Gallery Singapore Gala promises to be an evening like none other. Enjoy cocktails in the beautifully restored and historic City Hall Chamber, then cross the breathtaking upper suspension bridge to Supreme Court Terrace for a spectacular dinner. A specially curated surprise awaits! For enquiries about tickets and tables, please contact zijin.wong@nationalgallery.sg All proceeds raised will support the Gallery’s exhibitions and our efforts to create different avenues to draw both a domestic and global audience.
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SHOPPING & DINING SHOPPING & DINING GALLERY & CO. City Hall Wing, #01-05–#01-17 Sun–Thu 10am–7pm; Fri–Sat 10am–10pm This progressive retail and dining destination presents a curation of art and design products alongside the Gallery’s unique and exclusive brand of food and goods to complete your museum experience.
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DINING AURA RESTAURANT City Hall Wing, #05-03 | Tel: 6866 1977 Daily noon–2.30pm, 6.30–10.30pm Aura Restaurant treats diners to classic Italian cuisine and a world-class contemporary dining experience. The menu is an extensive expression of Italian creativity, showcasing a variety of antipasto, pastas and wholesome mains that feature the finest, freshest ingredients from the land and the sea. AURA SKY LOUNGE City Hall Wing, #06–02 | Tel: 6866 1977 Daily 11.30am–1am Fronted by the spectacular skyline of the Marina Bay, Aura Sky Lounge is a stylish lounge and bar with a strong Mediterranean focus. Moving from day to night with its Mediterranean lunch and high-tea options in the afternoon, it becomes the ultimate rooftop bar with happy hours in the evenings. NATIONAL KITCHEN BY VIOLET OON SINGAPORE City Hall Wing, #02-01 | Tel: 9834 9935 Daily noon–3pm, (afternoon tea) 3–5pm, 6–11pm Helmed by local celebrity chef Violet Oon, National Kitchen is a celebration of fine local flavours reflecting Singapore’s colourful culinary heritage. Dine indoors in an elegant dining hall or enjoy sweeping views of Singapore’s skyline with local bar bites and sunset cocktails on the veranda.
ODETTE Supreme Court Wing, #01-04 | Tel: 6385 0498 Mon 7–9.30pm; Tue–Sat noon–2pm, 7–9.30pm Odette reflects Chef-Owner Julien Royer’s respect for seasonality, terrior and artisanal produce. Using classic French techniques, Royer presents the world’s finest seasonal ingredients in their purest form and flavour.
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SHOPPING & DINING DINING PADANG CAFE Supreme Court Wing, #01-02 Mon–Sat 9.30am–5.30pm; Sun 9.30am–4pm Head to this relaxed, cosy spot for an invigorating coffee fix alongside a delicious selection of Asian and Western snacks and sandwiches.
SAHA SIGNATURE INDIAN RESTAURANT & BAR Supreme Court Wing, #01-03 | Tel: 6223 7321 Tue–Sat noon–3pm, 6–11pm; Sun noon–3pm Experience modern Indian cuisine with an innovative twist by renowned Chef Patron Abhijit Saha. Saha’s menu offers an array of eclectic flavours inspired by the rich culinary tapestry of various Indian regions.
SMOKE & MIRRORS City Hall Wing, #06-01 | Tel: 6384 5595 Sun–Thu noon–12.30am; Fri–Sat noon–2am Enjoy magnificent panoramic views over the Padang and Marina Bay while savouring a drink from a meticulously curated menu including signature cocktails, wines and craft spirits.
YÀN C ity Hall Wing, #05-02 | Tel: 6384 5585 Daily 11.30am–2.30pm, 6–10.30pm Yàn offers diners the best in Cantonese cuisine. The sophisticated and innovative signature dishes crafted with diverse ingredients alongside familiar flavours promise to tantalise your taste buds.
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TICKETING INFORMATION Tickets are required for admission into all exhibition galleries and Keppel Centre for Art Education, except for the Concourse Gallery 1, Concourse Gallery 2 and the Ng Teng Fong Roof Garden Gallery. Singaporeans and PRs Ticket Type
Non-Singaporeans
Standard
Concessions
Standard
Concessions
General Admission
Free
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$20
$15
Reframing Modernism
$15
$10
$25
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$30
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Combo Ticket
ADMISSION IS FREE FOR CHILDREN 6 YEARS AND UNDER. CONCESSIONS APPLY WITH VALID VERIFICATION TO: • Children 7–12 years • Students (foreign students enrolled locally enjoy the Singaporean and PR concessionary rate) • Teachers • Seniors 60 years and above • Full-time National Servicemen (NSF) excluding foreign personnel
GROUP VISITS COMMUNITY GROUPS The Gallery provides free admission to groups from non-profit community organisations, specifically Voluntary Welfare Organisations (VWOs), Non-Govermental Organisations and benificiaries, based on the Gallery’s eligibility criteria. To request an appointment, please email programmes@nationalgallery.sg. SCHOOL GROUPS Refer to p. 31 for more information. CORPORATE OR OTHER GROUPS Please email info@nationalgallery.sg for more information.
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GENERAL INFORMATION EXHIBITION OPENING HOURS Mon–Thu, Sun and Public Holidays 10am–7pm Fri–Sat and Eve of Public Holidays 10am–10pm Sale of tickets and transactions will end 30 minutes before closing time.
bulky items including umbrellas should be stored at our lockers located at B1.
ACCESSIBILITY WITHIN THE GALLERY The Gallery is committed to making its collection, programmes and facilities accessible to all audiences. Please visit our website to learn more about our access services.
MUSEUM ENTRANCE ENQUIRIES 6271 7000, info@nationalgallery.sg
LOST & FOUND Please approach the Information Counter or Visitor Services located at B1.
FOOD & BEVERAGE Food and drink (including bottled water) is not permitted in the galleries and public spaces. Food and drink should be consumed at cafes, restaurants and bars only.
SKETCHING Stools are available for loan from the Information Counter located at B1.
PROTECTING THE ARTWORKS Please do not touch the artworks. Even clean hands can damage surfaces. Running, shoving, horseplay or other physical acts that may endanger works of art are prohibited in the galleries. Young children should stay close to their minders and parents at all time. All large bags and 44
An accessible path to the Gallery’s Coleman Street Entrance is available along the Art Connector at North Bridge Road. The Art Connector begins at City Hall MRT’s Exit B, and can be accessed via an elevator at Exit D. Taxis and other vehicles may use the Coleman Street Entrance to drop off and pick-up visitors with disabilities.
ACCESSIBLE PARKING Designated parking spaces are available for visitors with disabilities on a first come, first served basis.
ACCESSIBLE TOILETS There are accessible toilets at every level except the Padang and Coleman Decks on Level 6 of City Hall Wing.
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS Lifts are located on all levels of both wings of the Gallery for easy access to the galleries. Please seek assistance at the information counters or from the Gallery’s security.
Manual wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first come, first served basis from the Information Counter located at B1. Unfortunately the Gallery cannot provide assistance around the Museum for wheelchair users.
SERVICE DOGS
GETTING TO THE GALLERY
By car Drop-off point for cars is located at Coleman Street entrance.
We are located at 1 St Andrew’s Road Singapore 178957. By bus (Stops at Parliament Place) 195, 961 By MRT 5-minute walk from City Hall MRT station via the Art Connector 10-minute walk from Clarke Quay and Raffles Place MRT stations By taxi The nearest taxi stands are located at Coleman Street entrance of the Gallery and The Adelphi.
Service dogs are welcome. Visitors with service dogs are encouraged to email the Gallery two days in advance at info@nationalgallery.sg.
arking is available at the Gallery on P B2 and B3. Entrance to the carpark is at the intersection of Coleman Street and St Andrew’s Road. Gallery Parking Rates Daily, including Public Holidays 7am–6pm $1.30 per half hour 6pm–1am $3.20 per entry $1.00 per entry for motorcycles
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