Saturday, April 9, 2011

2011 04 09 - The Lion King musical

Disney’s worldwide phenomenon comes to Singapore, opening at the incredible Marina Bay Sands® in March 2011.




Seen by over 51 million people around the world, Disney’s internationally-acclaimed musical THE LION KING will have its Southeast Asian Premiere when it opens at the Sands Theater at Marina Bay Sands®.



Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney’s multi-award winning musical THE LION KING will redefine your expectations of theatre.



Brilliantly reimagined by acclaimed director Julie Taymor, Disney’s beloved film has been transformed into a spectacular theatrical experience which has won over 70 major international theatre awards.

THE LION KING explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Academy Award-winning ‘Can You Feel The Love Tonight’. At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba - the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands.



Experience for yourself this ‘astonishing triumph of theatrical imagination’. - London Evening Standard

Marina Bay Sands proudly presents the Southeast Asian premiere of The Lion King. This award-winning Broadway musical has broken box-office records and wowed audiences around the world.



Saturday, February 19, 2011

2011 02 19 - Genghis Khan: The Exhibition

Embark on journeys through Curiosity, Inspiration and Expression.


Genghis Khan: The Exhibition

Genghis Khan: The Exhibition takes visitors on a journey back to 13th century Mongolia with stunning re-creations of Mongolia’s grasslands and battlegrounds, complete with archaeological artifacts and weaponry of the Mongol Empire.



It tells the story of Genghis Khan whose innovation, technological mastery and cultural creativity gave the legendary conqueror the reputation of one of the world’s greatest yet most misunderstood leaders.



With over 200 rare authentic treasures – the largest collection of Genghis Khan artifacts ever assembled – from the conqueror’s reign, visitors can touch, see and even smell scenes of Mongolian life and develop a deeper understanding of Genghis’ time.



The exhibition will shed light on the influence the Mongol empire had on culture, international law and finance even to this day. Visitors can also get an insight into how many of our modern-day inventions such as the passport, paper money, libraries and even trousers can be attributed to the vision of one of the world’s greatest innovators.



Highlights

• Experience dazzling sets, videos and activities, including role-playing and excavation.

• Walk through a life-size “ger” – the traditional nomadic dwelling

• Appreciate the mummy of a Mongolian aristocrat as well as the clothes and artifacts found buried with her

• Marvel at gold jewelry and ornaments

• Witness fearsome weapons in action with live demonstrations

• Follow characters from Genghis’ empire on interactive computer touchscreens

Genghis Khan: The Exhibition makes its only Asian stopover at the ArtScience Museum from 19 February till 10 April 2011.



Thursday, February 17, 2011

2011 02 17 - Los Lunes al Sol

Directed by: Fernando León de Aranoa


Starring: Javier Bardem, Luis Tosar, José Ángel Egido, Nieve de Medina, Enrique Villén, Celso Bugallo, Joaquín Climent, Aida Folch, Serge Riaboukine, Laura Domínguez, Pepo Oliva, Fernando Tejero

Release date: 2002

Running time: 113 min

Los Lunes al Sol

Mondays Under the Sun



In a northern coastal city of Spain, which turned its back on the countryside long ago and surrounded itself with industries, a group of men make their way through the streets everyday, looking for life's emergency exits. Walking the tightrope of precarious employment, taking shelter in their daily conversations and routine -- as if the dismal wreck of their lives was not their own. While they talk of their exploits and laugh, at everything and nothing in particular, they try to remain full of hope, relaxed, on a Monday morning in the sun.



Wednesday, February 16, 2011

2011 02 16 - Los Santos Inocentes

Directed by: Mario Camus


Starring: Alfredo Landa, Terele Pávez, Belén Ballesteros, Juan Sachez, Susana Sánchez, Francisco Rabal, Ágata Lys, Agustín González, Juan Diego, Mary Carrillo

Release date: 1984

Running time: 105 min

Los Santos Inocentes

The Innocent Saints

Meant to reflect the harsh realities of segments of society in 1960s, Franco-era Spain, this slow-moving, drawn-out story is about a struggling, impoverished family who work on the estate of a wealthy aristocrat. Paco (Alfredo Landa) is the head of his small family who constantly tries to placate his irascible overlords and also teaches them how to hunt birds. His wife Régula (Terele Pávez) is as subservient as Paco.

The family is rounded out by a mute, crippled daughter, a son away at military service, and Azarias (Francisco Rabal), an uncle whose mental stability is in question. These individuals are contrasted with Iván (Juan Diego) who rules over them with a detached incomprehension that brands the family as not much different than the animals he hunts. Iván has no compunction about shooting Azarias's pet bird, or forcing Paco to continue with a bird hunt even though he has fallen and broken his leg. Given the insane behavior of the aristocratic Ivan, the half-crazy Azarias might be the only one to get through to him on his own level.



Sunday, February 13, 2011

2011 02 13 - El Abuelo

Directed by: José Luís Garci


Starring: Fernando Fernán G&0acute;mez, Rafael Alonso, Cayetana Guillén Cuervo, Agustín González, Cristina Cruz, Alicia Rozas, Fernando Guillén, Francisco Piquer, María Massip, José Caride

Release date: 1998

Running time: 146 min

El Abuelo

The Grandfather



Don Rodrigo Count of Albrit, an old Spanish aristocratic, returns to turn of the century Spain after losing his fortune in America. The death of his only son has made him come back to his family estate, now in possession of his daughter in law, Lucrecia. Upon his return, Don Rodrigo is pleased to meet his granddaughters, Doli and Neli, both of which are adorable and attentive towards him. However there is something nagging Don Rodrigo.

His son died heartbroken after he discovered his wife was having an affair with a Parisian painter and he left a letter stating that one of the girls is an illegitimate child, not of his blood, and therefore not entitled to be his true heir or true successor to his name and country estate. To the Count of Albrit, is a matter of honor to know who of the girls is his real granddaughter. To uncover the truth he confronts his son's widow, Lucrecia.

Saturday, February 12, 2011

2011 02 12 - Safari Zoo Run - In memory of Ah Meng

2011 02 12 - El Otro Lado de la Cama

Directed by: Emilio Martínez-Lázaro


Starring: Ernesto Alterio, Paz Vega, Guillermo Toledo, Natalia Verbeke, Alberto San Juan, María Esteve, Ramón Barea, Nathalie Poza, Secun de la Rosa, Carol Salvador, Blanca Marsillach, Geli Albaladejo

Release date: 2002

Running time: 114 min

El Otro Lado de la Cama

The Other Side of the Bed



Sex, love, lies, bed-hopping and mistaken identities abound in this pop musical-comedy set in Madrid.

When Paula (Natalia Verbeke) leaves her mate Pedro (Guillermo Toledo), he misses her and looks for comfort with his best friends, Javier (Ernesto Alterio) and Sonia (Paz Vega). Paula is having an affair with Javier. The cuckold Pedro tries to find who is the secret lover of Paula, and hires a private eye. Meanwhile, while comforting Pedro, Sonia has one night stand with him and Javier thinks she is cheating him with her lesbian friend Lucia (Nathalie Poza).



Friday, February 11, 2011

2011 02 11 - Sin Vergüenza

Directed by: Joaquín Oristrell


Starring: Verónica Forqué, Daniel Giménez-Cacho, Candela Peña, Elvira Lindo, Rosa María Sardá, Jorge Sanz, Marta Etura, Pablo Quejido, Carmen Balagué

Release date: 2000

Running time: 116 min

Sin Vergüenza

Shameless



Isabel (Veronica Forque) is a popular acting teacher running a school in Madrid. One day, she runs across a script written by famed film director Mario Fabra (Daniel Jimenez Cacho). As she reads it, she realizes that the script is about a brief but unforgettable fling she had with the filmmaker 21 years ago. She promptly calls up Mario and arranges lunch. Their reunion is nervous and awkward as if their ardor has not cooled one whit in spite of the fact that each is involved with someone else -- Isabel is dating a younger acting coach named Alberto (Jorge Sanz) while Mario is with a beautiful though neurotic TV star named Cecilia (Candela Pena).

For his latest film, Mario is looking for fresh faces and asks Isabel to line up some of her better students for an audition. Soon everyone in the school is preparing scenes from theater's canon of masterpieces, from Hamlet to Oedipus. In the process, actors clash and egos inflate.

Saturday, January 8, 2011

2011 01 08 - Asianmasters

2011 01 08 - Spanish Fiesta with Serenity ( Vivo City )

SPANISH FIESTA WITH SERENITY



The People's Association (PA) Lifeskills & Lifestyle Division is organising a new workshop 'SPANISH FIESTA WITH SERENITY' on 8 JANUARY 2011, Saturday, 2.30pm - 4.30pm at Serenity Spanish Bar & Restaurant(No.1 Harbourfront Walk #01-98/99 Vivocity).

Synopsis:
Experience Spain in our very own Singapore with an authentic showcase of their cuisine and colourful Flamenco dance! Learn the charming Flamenco from Daphne, the "Daughter of Fire" and witness a live cooking demonstration of the famous Paella (Spanish Rice) in a 1-metre pan! Learn how to make your own refreshing Sangria and treat your taste buds to a variety of delicious Spanish tapas! You will even be able to pick up some Spanish products at a discounted price. Participants will also receive a goodie bag!

Class Content


Experience Spain in our very own Singapore with an authentic showcase of their cuisine and colourful Flamenco dance! Learn the charming Flamenco from Daphne, the "Daughter of Fire" and witness a live cooking demonstration of the famous Paella (Spanish Rice) in a 1-metre pan! Learn how to make your own refreshing Sangria and treat your taste buds to a variety of delicious Spanish tapas! You will even be able to pick up some Spanish products at a discounted price. So, come on down with your friends and family! Participants will also receive a goodie bag each! This workshop is supported by: Serenity Spanish Bar & Restaurant, Los Tarantos & Economic and Commercial Office of Spain in Singapore.







2011 01 08 - Asian Cuisine Workshop by Culinary Masters (12noon)

Leading culinary maestros take centre stage with a series of intimate cooking demonstrations showcasing their signature Asian-inspired dishes. There will be 4 cooking demostrations a day, eash lasting an hour. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the masters themselves.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

2011 01 05 - SFS - Yogi Bear / Tron : Legacy

Marina 1 - YOGI BEAR (PG, 84 minutes)


Everyones favorite pic-a-nic basket-stealing bear comes to the big screen in Yogi Bear. Jellystone Park has been losing business, so greedy Mayor Brown decides to shut it down and sell the land. That means families will no longer be able to experience the natural beauty of the outdoors and, even worse, Yogi and Boo Boo will be tossed out of the only home theyve ever known. Faced with his biggest challenge ever, Yogi must prove that he really is smarter than the average bear as he and Boo Boo join forces with their old nemesis Ranger Smith to find a way to save Jellystone Park from closing forever.

http://www.gv.com.sg/moviedetails/gv_moviedetails_8240.jsp

Marina 2 - TRON: LEGACY (PG, 125 minutes)

TRON: Legacy is a high-tech adventure set in a digital world that's unlike anything ever captured on the big screen. Sam Flynn (Garrett Hedlund), a rebellious 27-year-old, is haunted by the mysterious disappearance of his father Kevin Flynn (Oscar- and Golden Globe-winner Jeff Bridges), a man once known as the world's leading video-game developer.

When Sam investigates a strange signal sent from the old Flynn's Arcade-a signal that could only come from his father-he finds himself pulled into a digital world where Kevin has been trapped for 20 years. With the help of the fearless warrior Quorra (Olivia Wilde), father and son embark on a life-and-death journey across a visually-stunning cyber universe-a universe created by Kevin himself that has become far more advanced with never-before-imagined vehicles, weapons, landscapes and a ruthless villain who will stop at nothing to prevent their escape.

http://www.gv.com.sg/moviedetails/gv_moviedetails_8238.jsp