‘Tis the season for giving and Catch is here to bring festive cheer with our handy-dandy gift-giving guide for Christmas! No more stressing over the perfect gift or struggling with last-minute secret santa gift ideas; this is where you can find a variety of presents suitable for folks from all walks of life–the arts and culture version.
The ultimate Christmas gift-giving guide with all things arts and culture in Singapore
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15 December 2023
By Team Catch
Whether they’re a film buff, theatre fan, or on the lookout for new experiences from fun workshops to intriguing tours, make this Christmas one to remember for your loved ones with creative Christmas gift ideas in true Catch-style!
1. For the drama kings and queens: 2024 season tickets
For theatre fans, year-long access to incredible shows can be the golden ticket of their Christmas dreams. They won’t be able to resist the Pangdemonium’s 2024 Season Ticket that begins at $175 for Cat 2 tickets to any show held by the local theatre company anytime within the next year. Or, treat your loved ones to all-access Cat 1 seats to all of Pangdemonium’s 2024 shows for $240, inclusive of special perks like priority booking, unlimited ticket exchanges, and personalised concierge services.
If you have a music lover on the list, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s (SSO) Friends Season Pass starts from $96.90 with up to 15% off on three concert tickets, with an exclusive gift on birthday months and special privileges such as invitations to closed-door events, artist meet-and-greets, and privileges at various dining and retail establishments.
2. For those who enjoy immersive art experiences: Exclusive museum memberships
Surround yourself with different art forms in Singapore’s beautiful museums! National Gallery Singapore’s (NGS) Insider Membership is definitely quite the steal with incredible benefits from just $20. Enjoy free unlimited access to all exhibitions, up to 20% discount on dining and shopping with a time-limited bonus of over $100 worth of dining and shopping vouchers, early access to exhibitions, after-hours exhibition viewings and pre-launch previews of new exhibitions.
ArtScience Museum has plenty of exhibitions throughout the year and as a member of ArtScience Friends (from $218), the lucky recipient of this membership will enjoy unlimited visits to ArtScience Museum’s ticketed exhibitions such as Mars: The Red Mirror and other selected programmes, all year round, with priority entry and exclusive previews to new exhibitions. They can even bring a different guest for each visit to enjoy all these benefits. Talk about a two-for-one deal!
3. For the artists at heart: Gift certificates to art workshops
Unleash their inner artist with an invitation to some of Singapore’s most intriguing art workshops! There’s nothing like getting your hands dirty (literally) with a good ol’ pottery-making session. The Potter’s Guilt offers an array of workshops from $58 to create specially-handcrafted ceramics that can be fired up and glazed to perfection.
Avant-Garde Art Space holds custom cam workshops where you can customise your own paper shoot camera at $210! And of course, there’s the OG art jamming workshop at $42 where it’s back to the drawing board (read: canvas) and painting. Other than these, they offer numerous other art workshops to be explored, ranging from leather crafting to old-school film development! Whether your loved one is an artistic expert or not, these workshops are sure to create fun and memorable experiences.
4. For the bookworms: Their next recommended read by Catch
Move over, #BookTok–we’ve got some Catch-worthy titles coming your way! Nothing quite screams the festive season than a true-blue Christmas-y book; A Warm Christmas by Leila Boukarim brings a White Christmas to a little boy living in the tropics, who realises that perhaps that might not be his true Christmas wish after all.
Out & About in Singapore by Melanie Lim and illustrated by Willaim Sim brings young readers on a lively escapade from the city's genesis to whimsical tours of iconic locales like Marina Bay Sands and hidden gems like Haw Par Villa. It’s page after page of colourful tales, culture nuggets, and playful crafts—making learning a joyous journey!
For something that will tug at your heartstrings, Missed Connections: Microfiction From Asia brings imaginations to life through a collection of flash fiction and comics that are short and sweet, but undoubtedly powerful.
5. For the cinephiles: Film memberships with special perks
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From blockbusters to indie films, movies can be one of the most universal languages shared by many. The Projector Memberships (from $55) is valid at both Projector @ Golden Mile Tower and Projector X: Picturehouse for 12 months, and comes with four free movie tickets and discounts off standard tickets, the Intermission Bar and No Spoilers Bar. Members will also receive early bird privileges, chances to take part in special lucky draws, and invites to exclusive members-only screenings and events.
The Singapore Film Society (SFS) Membership Experience (from $13.50) offers free access to SFS showcases and previews, as well as exclusive discounts for seasonal SFS special presentations and major film festivals in Singapore! Not into commitment? The memberships come in tiers from a standard base of one month to a full year.
6. For the adventurers: Tours and experiences to rediscover Singapore
There’s more to Singapore than meets the eye, making these the perfect gifts for your loved ones who are always on the hunt for new experiences. Step into the enchanting era of the 1960s with New World's End (from $35), a love story unfolding at the former New World's Amusement Park through a captivating 16-track audio journey comprising back alleys and hidden rooms. Complete the experience with a tipple in their 60s-inspired bar!
Prefer exploring as a passenger princess? Splash out on a special tour through Singapore's Civic District in style on a Sidecar adventure! The Civic District Art Tour uncovers the district's transformation from colonial hub to a vibrant cultural haven, including the Asian Civilisations Museum, Capitol Singapore, and the iconic Esplanade. It’s a thrilling tour through time and creativity that truly makes this gift an exceptional one.
Gifting unforgettable Christmas experiences with Catch
With so many incredible gift ideas to choose from, it’s hard to settle on one but with Catch’s nifty guide, you can find the ideal Christmas gift that will suit your friends, family and partners to a tee. What’s more, you can instantaneously get most of the items on our list, so no need to worry about last-minute shopping!
Here’s to the holiday season and an early Merry Christmas from team Catch!
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