{"id":337758,"date":"2026-05-07T10:00:27","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T02:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=337758"},"modified":"2026-05-06T14:25:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T06:25:09","slug":"sifa-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/sifa-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Singapore International Festival of Arts is back: 6 exciting shows you won\u2019t want to miss at SIFA 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Clear your calendars \u2018cos <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sifa.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2026<\/a> is back for its annual run! Organised by Arts House Group, SIFA 2026 is the city\u2019s pinnacle performing arts festival with diverse works across theatre, music, dance, film and visual arts. Themed \u2018Let\u2019s Play\u2019, this edition welcomes all ages to explore, engage and be inspired by art from 15 to 30 May 2026.<\/p>\n<p>This year, the free-for-all Festival Village is also back at Empress Lawn! Make a date with your friends and family under the stars, as you catch free outdoor performances, marvel at interactive installations, and soak in the festive atmosphere over light bites and drinks. We know there\u2019s a lot in store, so we\u2019ve rounded up six highlights to get started with. Scroll on for the must-see shows at SIFA 2026!<\/p>\n<h2>6 must-see shows at SIFA 2026<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Noli Timere<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_337763\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-337763\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-337763 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Julie-Lemberger-Noli-Timere-900x643.png\" alt=\"SIFA 2026 programme highlights - Julie-Lemberger-Noli-Timere\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Julie-Lemberger-Noli-Timere-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Julie-Lemberger-Noli-Timere-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Julie-Lemberger-Noli-Timere.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-337763\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: SIFA 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>SIFA 2026 is off to a flying start with a captivating aerial showcase on opening weekend. A five-year work of art by director-choreographer Rebecca Lazier and world renowned sculptor Janet Echelman, <em>Noli Timere<\/em> is a fusion of contemporary dance and avant-garde circus.<\/p>\n<p>Choreographed to an original score by famed Quebecois composer Jorane, the performance will involve performers suspended 25 feet above ground and within an awe-inspiring sculpture. <em>Noli Timere<\/em>, which means \u2018be not afraid\u2019 in Latin, is a tangible showcase of the butterfly effect \u2013 and delivers a powerful message about the fragility of our eco-system and the need for innovative action.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date &amp; time:<\/strong> 15 &#8211; 17 May, 7.15pm &amp; 9.15pm daily<br \/>\n<strong>Duration:<\/strong> 30 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Price:<\/strong> Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sifa.sg\/plan-your-visit\/all-programmes\/programme-details\/festival-playground\/noli-timere\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Noli Timere<\/a>, Festival Village at Empress Lawn, 10 Empress Place, Singapore 179555<\/p>\n<h3>2. Just Keep Swimming, Just Keep Swimming<\/h3>\n<p>Gather around Wayang Stage and get cosy on the lawn as an immersive show unfolds in front of you. Happening throughout the opening weekend, <em>Just Keep Swimming, Just Keep Swimming<\/em> invites you to be part of a celebration of Singapore\u2019s artistic heritage.<\/p>\n<p>Watch and listen to a live conversation with an artist, before it gradually evolves into a riveting soundscape that\u2019ll tug at your heartstrings. With local artists Tan Kheng Hua, Ivan Heng and Yeo Yann Yann taking turns to helm the stage each night, it\u2019s a show not to be missed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date &amp; time:<\/strong> 15 &#8211; 17 May, 8pm daily<br \/>\n<strong>Duration:<\/strong> 1 hour<br \/>\n<strong>Price:<\/strong> Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sifa.sg\/plan-your-visit\/all-programmes\/programme-details\/festival-village\/just-keep-swimming-just-keep-swimming\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Just Keep Swimming, Just Keep Swimming<\/a>, Festival Village, Wayang Stage at Empress Lawn, 10 Empress Place, Singapore 179555<\/p>\n<h3>3. Strangely Familiar<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_337764\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-337764\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-337764 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Strangely-Familiar-900x643.png\" alt=\"SIFA 2026 programme highlights - Strangely Familiar\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Strangely-Familiar-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Strangely-Familiar-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Strangely-Familiar.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-337764\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: SIFA 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The digital world meets contemporary life in this mesmerising showcase by Singapore\u2019s leading dance group, T.H.E Dance Company. In collaboration with regional artists and designers, this transcultural dance production centres around an evolving presence that is part human and part machine. Through interactions with five dancers, it is a reflection on coexistence, fragility and living with our modern creations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date &amp; time:<\/strong> 22 &amp; 23 May, 8pm (with a post-show talk); 24 May, 2pm<br \/>\n<strong>Duration:<\/strong> 1 hour 10 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Price:<\/strong> $38 &#8211; $48 (eligible for SG Culture Pass credits)<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sifa.sg\/plan-your-visit\/all-programmes\/programme-details\/festival-stage\/strangely-familiar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Strangely Familiar<\/a>, Victoria Theatre, 9 Empress Place, Singapore 179556<\/p>\n<h3>4. Makan Culture<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_337761\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-337761\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-337761 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Makan-Culture-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"SIFA 2026 programme highlights - Makan Culture\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Makan-Culture-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Makan-Culture-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Makan-Culture.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-337761\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: SIFA 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What happens when our love of food meets theatre? You\u2019ll get <em>Makan Culture<\/em>, a riotous interactive experience that blends music, theatre, puppetry and well-loved local eats! Staged by local performers including Jo Tan, Fahim Murshed and Ellison Tan, this entertaining show will spark a lively debate on what elevates food and art. Come ready to laugh, ponder, and savour halal-friendly local eats and drinks such as rojak, pandan cake, kaya toast and dry laksa.<br \/>\n<strong>Perk alert:<\/strong> from now till 30 May 2026, buy four tickets to <em>Makan Culture<\/em> and get an additional ticket for free.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date &amp; time:<\/strong> 15 &#8211; 17, 20 &#8211; 24 &amp; 28 &#8211; 30 May, 6pm, 8pm &amp; 10pm daily<br \/>\n<strong>Duration:<\/strong> 40 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Price:<\/strong> $20 (SG Culture Pass eligible)<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sifa.sg\/plan-your-visit\/all-programmes\/programme-details\/festival-village\/makan-culture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Makan Culture<\/a>, Festival Village at Empress Lawn, 10 Empress Place, Singapore 179555<\/p>\n<h3>5. The Lighthouse<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_337765\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-337765\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-337765 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-The-Lighthouse-by-Patch-Theatre-900x643.png\" alt=\"SIFA 2026 programme highlights - The Lighthouse by Patch Theatre\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-The-Lighthouse-by-Patch-Theatre-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-The-Lighthouse-by-Patch-Theatre-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-The-Lighthouse-by-Patch-Theatre.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-337765\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: SIFA 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Ready for a theatrical adventure? Step into <em>The Lighthouse<\/em>, an award-winning performance and visual spectacle by Australia\u2019s Patch Theatre. A treat for little ones and the young-at-heart, this house of marvels features intimate vignettes, grand lighting and hands-on experiences across interconnected rooms. Held in 50-minute sessions, take your time to explore, engage and experiment with the wonders of light.<br \/>\n<strong>Perk alert:<\/strong> from now till 30 May 2026, enjoy a 20% discount on every pair of tickets purchased.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date &amp; time:<\/strong> 15 &#8211; 17 &amp; 20 &#8211; 24 May, various timings<br \/>\n<strong>Duration:<\/strong> 50 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Price:<\/strong> $28<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sifa.sg\/plan-your-visit\/all-programmes\/programme-details\/festival-house\/the-lighthouse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Lighthouse<\/a>, The Arts House at the Old Parliament, 1 Old Parliament Lane, Singapore 179429<\/p>\n<h3>6. Hamlet<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-337762 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Teatrolaplaza-Hamlet-900x643.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Teatrolaplaza-Hamlet-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Teatrolaplaza-Hamlet-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/SIFA-2026-programme-highlights-Teatrolaplaza-Hamlet.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Shakespeare is for everyone, and this bold reimagining of <em>Hamlet<\/em> by Teatro La Plaza makes a strong case for that. Performed in Spanish by actors with Down syndrome, the play interweaves Shakespeare\u2019s text and the performers\u2019 lives to share their desires and frustrations.<\/p>\n<p>It pushes glaring and important questions into the spotlight, such as the value and meaning of people with Down syndrome in a world that strives on efficiency and unattainable beauty. If you\u2019re up for a conversation with the artists and director, come by for the post-show talk on 22 May.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date &amp; time:<\/strong> 21 May, 8pm; 22 May, 8pm (with a post-show talk); 23 May, 2pm<br \/>\n<strong>Duration:<\/strong> 1 hour 35 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Price:<\/strong> $38 &#8211; $48<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sifa.sg\/plan-your-visit\/all-programmes\/programme-details\/festival-stage\/hamlet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hamlet<\/a>, Drama Centre Theatre, #03-01, National Library, 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064<\/p>\n<h2>Your art-filled date awaits at SIFA 2026<\/h2>\n<p>Now, these opening week highlights and must-see performances barely scratch the surface of what SIFA 2026 has to offer. Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sifa.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SIFA 2026\u2019s website<\/a> to browse the full list of thought-provoking theatre performances, spellbinding light showcases, dazzling dances and programmes for all ages and interests.<\/p>\n<p>And here\u2019s a final sweet tip: there are SG Culture Pass-eligible performances at SIFA 2026! Put your credits to use at eligible performances, including <em>Salesman Zhi Si<\/em>, <em>Strangely Familiar<\/em>, <em>Last Rites<\/em>, <em>Lush Life<\/em> and <em>Makan Culture<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Mark your calendars from 15 to 30 May, \u2018cos it\u2019s a date at SIFA 2026!<\/p>\n<p><em>This post is in partnership with Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA).<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Clear your calendars \u2018cos Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2026 is back for its annual run! Organised by Arts House Group, SIFA 2026 is the city\u2019s pinnacle performing arts festival with diverse works across theatre, music, dance, film and visual arts. Themed \u2018Let\u2019s Play\u2019, this edition welcomes all ages to explore, engage and be [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":107602,"featured_media":337760,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"categories":[66500,19922],"tags":[129120,4953,146193],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v23.7 (Yoast SEO v23.7) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>SIFA 2026: 6 Exciting Shows You Won\u2019t Want To Miss<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"SIFA 2026, Singapore\u2019s pinnacle performing arts festival, is back! 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