Asian Civilisation Museum May 31 - June 1
11am - 6pm
Held in conjunction with the Viet Nam! From Myth To Modernity exhibition, this festival features performances, demonstrations by Vietnamese and locally-based artists and groups. Children can take part in an art contest on-the-spot. Vietnamese artist-in-residence, Le Quoc Viet, will showcase his works and interact with visitors.
EXHIBITIONS
Viet Nam! From Myth To Modernity
Asian Civilisation Museum (ACM)
May 21 - September 30
Mon: 1pm - 7pm, Tue - Sun: 9am - 7pm (Fri: 9am - 9pm)
Usual admission charges apply
This landmark exhibition takes you through 2,500 years of Vietnam's history as you view more than 180 artefacts on loan from museums in Vietnam, private collections and from the collections of ACM. Explore the cultural identity of a race that believes to descend from the Dragon King and Mountain Fairy. Marvel at ancient Dong Son bronze drums and weapons, Hindu-Buddhist sculptures, blue and white ceramics and whimsical woodblock prints.
Fauna Of Vietnam
Raffles Museum of Biodiversity Research
National University of Singapore
April - July
Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm (closed on public holidays)
Free admission
Considered to be Eden of the East, Vietnam still play host to newly discovered species of birds and animals. Guided tours available for school groups and visitors.
Post Doi Moi: Vietnamese Art After The 1990s
Singapore Art Museum
May 12 - September 28
Free admission from 12pm to 2pm on weekdays and 6pm to 9pm on Fridays
Free tour by Patricia Levasseur, co-curator of the exhibition on May 23, 7.30pm (to register, telephone 6332 3220)
This rich showcase of contemporary Vietnamese art pieces are loans from the Vietnam National Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi; Fine Arts Museum of Ho Chi Minh City and various artists from Vietnam as well as collectors from Vietnam, Singapore, UK and USA.
Allure - Through The Eyes Of The Artists
Art-2 Gallery (www.art2.com.sg)
May 22 - June 14
Mon - Sat, 11am - 7pm
Free admission
View paintings by Le Thiet Cuong, Nguyen Thi Chau Giang, Nguyen Thuy Huong and Do Duy Tuan depicting daily life, culture and traditions, social issues and nature of Vietnam as well as the artists' personal lives.
Shown are still-life and lively works by Dao Hai Phong, Nguyen Dieu Thuy, Lim Khim Katy, Le Thong and Bang Sy Truc.
The Rain And The Small Stream
Ernst & Young Gallery
May - August 2008
By appointment only, call 6535 7777
Free admission
The second in the Asean Art Outreach series, this exhibition features portraits by popular Vietnamese artist Ha Manh Thang. They highlight the evolution of change taking place in Vietnam today. Sale proceeds will benefit charities in Singapore.
Vietnamese Film Posters
National Archives of Singapore
May 20 - September 30
Mon - Fri: 9am - 5.30pm; Sat: 9am - 1.30pm
Marvel at the artistry as you journey through Vietnam's film history captured in rare film posters from the Vietnam Film Institute.
The Lost Years
Gajah Gallery (www.gajahgallery.com)
June 2008
Mon - Fri: 11am - 7pm; Sat - Sun: 12pm - 6pm
Free admission
Be moved by this collection depicting lives of people caught in the war of French-occupied Vietnam in recovered works from 1950s.
PERFORMANCE
Bui Xuan Phai
May 1 - 3, 2008
Singapore Art Museum auditorium
Tickets at $26, $70 from sistic.com.sg
A monologue acted by Eleanor Clapham (Australia) explores renowned Vietnamese painter Bui Xuan Phai's life and views during the period of upheavals and transitions in the country.
FOOD
Vietnam Fiesta
Courtyard, Singapore Art Museum
July 19
11am - 5pm
This food fair features food from north and south Vietnam, such as spring rolls and pho beef noodles. Try playing Vietnamese games or pick up a few Vietnamese phrases.
Food promotions - Hue Restobar at Amara Singapore
Enjoy one for one set dinner at S$48++ on Sat and Sun till August 31
- The Orange Lantern outlets in Killiney Road and Harbourfront Centre
Get $5 off a la carte orders when you present admission ticket from participating National Heritage Board museums taking part in this festival.
SYMPOSIUM
Vietnamese Art Symposium
May 16 - 18, 2008
Singapore Art Museum auditorium
For details on fees, telephone 63323220 or email nhbsamprograms@nhb.gov.sg
The three-day international symposium brings together researchers and academics will enhance your understanding of modern and contemporary Vietnamese art displayed at the museum.
