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.
102640 Traditional instruments such as the erhu, drums and cymbals are commonly used in Chinese opera, accompanied by colourful and outlandish costumes and rich makeup to create mesmerising yet culturally-steeped performances.
102643 The city’s most popular stretch of beach always buzzes with activity – even when it’s not playing host to the wide spectrum of sporting events that grace its shores regularly, like the Singapore Marathon and Xtreme Championship.
102644 There’s plenty to do here – bowl, bike, fish, stroll, picnic, rollerblade, windsurf, wakeboard, kayak, or just chill out at any of the many restaurants and bars that line the 15 km stretch of sandy beach, including the Mana Mana East Coast Beach Club.
102645 East Coast Park is also home to a new S$8 million dollar, world-class Xtreme Skate Park that looks all set to up the thrill seeking ante.
102646 The famous East Coast Park Seafood Centre located here is also where locals and visitors alike congregate to chow down on scrumptious local culinary delights.