Lianhe Zaobao takes Singapore culture to Shanghai and Beijing with inaugural festival
The festival will take place in Shanghai from Sept 19 to 20 and then move to Beijing from Sept 24 to 26.
On September 17, Lianhe Zaobao, Singapore's flagship Chinese-language daily, inaugurated a cultural festival in Shanghai. The Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth supported the event, which will extend to Beijing from September 24 to 26. The festival aims to deepen understanding between Singapore and China by showcasing Singaporean culture through music, film, food, and more.
Lianhe Zaobao editor Ang Yiting emphasized the importance of cultural preservation and engaging Chinese-language education. Over 200 guests, representing various sectors, attended the launch ceremony in Shanghai. Minister for Culture, Community and Youth David Neo opened the festival alongside Ang Yiting, highlighting the enduring friendship and cultural ties between the two nations.
Audiences in Shanghai and Beijing can anticipate performances by the Siong Leng Musical Association and Artusik, blending traditional Nanyin music with Indian classical dance and Malay and Chinese musical elements. Film enthusiasts can watch Singaporean stories, such as Anthony Chen's Oscar-nominated film We Are All Strangers and He Shuming's Ajoomma, followed by behind-the-scenes sessions with the directors.
A culinary experience, featuring dishes blending Hokkien, Teochew, Malay, and Indian influences, will also be presented, along with a cultural seminar at the Kerry Hotel in Beijing. The festival's exhibition, Singapore, In Perspective, will showcase Singapore's diverse social fabric through interactive installations and multimedia presentations.
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