P L A Y ! 2021
Artists bring back PLAY! at a playground through improvisations, celebrating the power of play and a curious mind.
Feb 2021 - Aug 2021
In the shadow of the pandemic's isolating impact, the playground emerged as a poignant symbol of lost playfulness. Responding to this absence, PLAY! was born.
HIGHLIGHTS
A series of multi-disciplinary improvised performances unfolded, supported by the National Arts Council’s Digital Presentation Grant, paying homage to the carefree joy momentarily stolen during almost a year of isolation and loss of connection brought about by the pandemic.
A group of 5 artists, all differently impacted by last year, came together to bring the playground to life. A movement artist, a classical pianist, a filmmaker, and an electronic music artist, made the playground home and responded to the sounds around to create this work.
This convergence was a tribute to the innocence of play that the pandemic briefly suspended. Curious spectators soon joined in the fun as the playground transformed into a haven where spontaneous, creative expression reignited spirits and celebrated the joy of human connection and imaginative play.
FEATURED ARTISTS
Chew Shaw En is an interdependent movement and dance artist. She continues to be interested in World-building through meaningful play, relationship, and the realm of imagination in her art-making; she searches for and supports communities and practices intent on sustainable and equitable ways of living and working in the arts.
Chew Shaw En
Moira Loh
Moira Loh is an interdisciplinary artist and producer working in music, theatre, and film. She is passionate about sharing intimate spaces and immersive experiences with her audiences, as well as exploring new ways different mediums can affect the artmaking process.
Churen Li
Singaporean pianist Churen Li seeks innovative and personal approaches to concert programming, combining diverse genres with improvisatory and experimental practices.
Clare Chong
Chong completed her International Baccalaureate Diploma at SOTA School Of The Arts, and her Bachelor’s Degree in Film at Lasalle College Of The Arts. She works as a film director with works ranging across short films, music videos, documentaries, commercials, experimental films, video art and installation pieces.
Chew Wei Shan aka. weish is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans performance, composition, production, music directing, dramatic writing and sound design.
Weish