102629 Singapore's vibrant arts scene is made up of many art museums, gallery and exhibition spaces, schools, arts groups and more.
102630 There’s a wide pool of brimming talents and this is testament to the quality output of local and international productions, which showcases the best and finest from all over the world.
102631 In recent years, the arts scene has also evolved to educate the mainstream public on the appreciation of the arts.
102632 There’s even a government-aided school that seeks to groom budding talents in the field of arts – The School of the Arts (SOTA).
102633 For those looking to explore the various facets of Singapore’s arts scene, you’ll be pleased to find many pockets of arts-influenced places to immerse yourself in.
102635 A Reflection of Chinese culture and philosophy
102636 Most story plots in traditional Chinese opera performances are based on famous Chinese classics and myths.
102637 Reflecting Chinese culture and philosophy, almost all opera performances highlight virtues such as loyalty, love and patriotism.
102638 Other than a form of entertainment, Chinese opera also plays an active role in dispensing important messages, especially those concerning patriotic values.
102639 In Singapore, Chinese opera is practised freely especially during celebrations like Chinese New Year and Hungry Ghost Festival, when it’s performed on open fields in heartlands across the city.