Choose your Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2024 adventure with Catch’s Curated Itineraries

Are you ready for the last instalment of Singapore International Festival of Arts’s (SIFA) three-year arc? This year’s edition, subtitled They Declare, is packed with various events spanning across the different art forms and disciplines! With so many programmes lined up, there’s bound to be something for everyone.

Although, it may be too overwhelming to zoom in on specific events you’re interested in attending. Don’t fret, Catch’s curated itinerary for SIFA is here to save you from a potential headache. Read on to see the three themes we have personally curated for you! 

Curated Itinerary 1: Family Fun Time 

SIFA’s diverse variety of events are ideal for families seeking excitement and memorable experiences! Whether you’re looking for adventure or crave creativity, here are three activities that are perfect for a quality family bonding. 

1. Start with a bang

Witness an unlikely friendship unfold between a not-so-scary monster and a scaredy cat with Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster! Through hundreds of illustrated paper puppets, book pages, two-dimensional props, furry monster puppets, and songs, this performance brings Mo Willems' books to life, offering an immersive experience that captures the vibrant, playful essence of his storytelling. 

2. Grab a meal 

Get your little ones to expand their palate with French favourites at L’entrecote Customs House! Image credit: Déliciae Hospitality Management

Relish in an array of French favourites while introducing new dishes for your little ones at L’entrecote Customs House! From classics like French Onion Soup and Escargots de Bourgogne, to delightful treats like their signature Salted Caramel Lava Cake, your dining experience will be nothing short of memorable. 

Catch Members can enjoy 15% off their total bill at L’entrecote Customs House.  

3. A free arts recess

Immerse yourself in the beautiful works of local artists and students alike! Image credit: School of the Arts (SOTA)

Complete your day at SOTA Art Gallery! Explore an eclectic mix of contemporary artworks, featuring unique exhibitions and pieces by local artists and students, all nestled in the heart of Singapore's vibrant arts and culture scene. 

Visit SOTA Art Gallery running everyday at the School of the Arts (SOTA). Admission is free.

Curated Itinerary 2: Groovy Night Out 

From tacos to steak, you’re guaranteed a feast! Image credit: No Spoilers Dining

Fuel up before your adventure at No Spoilers Dining! Enjoy a variety of Southeast Asian fusion food at Projector’s first dining restaurant, with flavourful creations like Beef Rendang Short Ribs, Perchik Cornish Hen and Cempedak Brulee Tacos.  

Catch Members can enjoy 10% off their total bill at No Spoilers Dining.

2. A free arts recess

Delve into the different ways dance connects us to the different cultures. Image credit: Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay

After indulging your taste buds, treat yourself to an informative post-meal walk! Explore Southeast Asia’s rich dance cultures, where every movement tells a story, at Dance from Head to Toe. Dive into the vibrant tradition by trying out iconic masks and learning basic steps to uncover how dance connects the region to influences beyond its shores. 

Catch Dance from Head to Toe running now until 19 January 2025 at the Esplanade Concourse. Admission is free. 

Don’t miss this transnational collaboration between Singapore and New Zealand. Image credit: SIFA

End your day in a journey through time, movement and music with SUARA / ORO RUA! Explore the power of the voice, drawing from the Malay term “suara” and “oro rua” in Māori (indigenous Polynesian people of mainland New Zealand) which means “to resonate”. It merges Māori's Te Kore concept with Earth's sonic history, accompanied by original music by Safuan Johari and dance choreography by Eddie Elliott, performed by Singaporean musicians and Aotearoa dancers. 

Catch SUARA / ORO RUA running from 24 to 25 May 2024 at the Singtel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade. Tickets are priced from $38.

Curated Itinerary 3: Squad Day Out

This next one is great for an unforgettable adventure with your crew! From enlightening experiences and picture-perfect moments, this itinerary promises a day filled with laughter, exploration, and bonding.

1. Start with a bang

Start your journey with Sun & Sea, where stories unfold on an artificial beach, and you as the audience will get a birds-eye view on climate change in this fascinating opera! Through a beach setting, watch as it gradually transitions from light-hearted to serious micro-stories and ultimately grows into a universal human choir addressing planetary-scale climate breakdown.

Catch Sun & Sea running from 30 May 2024 to 1 June 2024 at the Esplanade Theatre. Tickets are priced at $68. 

2. A free arts recess 

Channel your inner zen for your OOTD shots at Locus Amoenus! Image credit: Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay

Want a nice OOTD shot to commemorate your day out? Step into Locus Amoenus, where Filipino artist Ryan Villamel transforms the Esplanade Concourse into a lush paradise aiming to make you feel like you are in a greenhouse! Contemporary and archival geographical maps of the Philippines are meticulously crafted on both sides of each leaf, merging multiple realities and bridging historical and present-day realities. 

Catch Locus Amoenus running now until 7 July 2024 at the Esplanade Concourse. Admission is free. 

3. Grab a meal 

Delicious meals by the sea. What more can you ask for? Image credit: Déliciae Hospitality Management

Wrap up your day with a flavourful feast at Sabio by the Sea! Not only is it one of Singapore’s pioneer tapas bars, but it also serves authentic Spanish sharing tapas. From Patatas Bravas to Paella, enjoy a wide selection of Spanish dishes that will excite the palate.  

Catch Members can enjoy 15% off their total bill at Sabio by the Sea.

Looking for more? Check out what else SIFA 2024 has to offer right here on Catch!