singapore
61ST SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB INTERNATIONAL RUGBY SEVENS TOURNAMENT 2008 NOVEMBER 1 AND 2
Catch over 20 teams from around the world as they vie for the Ablitt Cup in Singapore! Cheer for Ponsonby of New Zealand, Davetalevu of Fiji, British Army UK or the Durban Harlequins of South Africa. Enjoy drinks at happy hour prices all day long while local bands play to stir up the party mood.
It runs from 8am to 6pm, even until the wee hours. Head to the Padang open field and take part in all the fun! Admission is SGD20 (PHP661) for adults and SGD10 (PHP330.50) for children. Book your tickets online at www.sistic.com.sg, or for more details, log on to www.sccrugbysevens.com
WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD: A TRIBUTE TO MOTHER NATURE NOVEMBER 4
It was nature that inspired great composers like Vivaldi and Puccini to create their most vibrant and memorable work. That’s why the Singapore Lyric Orchestra pays Mother Nature tribute with nature-inspired hymns from around the world, such as France’s Cerf-volant and China’s Mo Li Hua (Jasmine Flower), and hear popular songs like Colors of the Wind, Over the Rainbow, Simple Gifts and What a Wonderful World. Tickets range from SGD12 (PHP397) and SGD20 (PHP660.45). Shows are at 3.30 and 7.30pm at the Esplanade Concert Hall. Call SISTIC at tel: +65 6348 5555 or visit www.sistic.com.sg
manila
HAIRSPRAY NOVEMBER 16, 23, 30 AND DECEMBER 5–6
If you enjoyed Hairspray the movie, which starred John Travolta and Zach Efron, then head to Star
Theater at the Cultural Center of the Philippines to see the musical. Set in Baltimore circa 1962, it stars Tracy Turnblad, a plus-sized teenage girl with big hair, a big heart and an even bigger dream – to dance. When she wins a spot on the local TV dance program, The Corny Collins Show, her life goes from average to that of teen celebrity with its trappings: a rival in the person of the lead star and the attentions of heartthrob Link Larkin. Enjoy the original score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Tickets are priced at PHP1,236, PHP1,030, PHP824 and PHP618 through Ticket World, tel: +63 2 891 9999, www.ticketworld.com.ph
macau
WINDSOR ARCH 55TH MACAU GRAND PRIX NOVEMBER 13-16
Get revved up by one of Macau’s most popular events in which both car and motorcycle races take place in the city circuit. Catch the excitement from the drone of engines, the crowds and all the fanfare. For details, just click on www.macau.grandprix.gov.mo
manila
GARY V LIVE AT 25 NOVEMBER 14–15
Gary Valenciano is celebrating 25 years in showbusiness. Dubbed Mr Pure Energy, the recording star is set to perform his hits including Sana Maulit Muli, Shout for Joy, and Di Bale Na Lang. The Powerplay Band backs him up and the pop singer’s talented children also share the stage. Tickets, starting at PHP150, will go to The Shining Light Foundation.
For details, click on www.garyv.com and purchase your tickets online at www.ticketnet.com.ph
cebu
CHRISTOPHER CROSS LIVE IN CEBU NOVEMBER 28
Five Grammys, one Oscar, one Golden Globe, and four number one singles are just some of Christopher Cross’s musical achievements. The man, whose name was synonymous to romance in the 1980s, will render hits like Sailing, Best That You Can Do (Arthur’s Theme), and Swept Away at 8pm at the Pacific Grand Ballroom, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel. Tickets start at PHP400. Call the hotline at tel: +63 (2) 412 4512.
singapore
ASIA ON THE EDGE 2008 NOVEMBER 28 – 6 DECEMBER
Join leaders, innovators and artists at Asia On the Edge 2008 (www.asiaontheedge.com), a unique event showcasing Asia’s contributions to the world in the fields of art, literature and design. This first-of-its-kind nine-day festival will have performances by nine-year-old jazz prodigy Taiga Onitsuka of Japan, 16-year-old concert pianist Utsav Lal of India, and food artist Ayako Suwa (at right) from Japan.
hong kong
HONG KONG CRICKET SIXES NOVEMBER 8–9
It’s the world’s longest-running, most established, high-profile sixes tournament. Witness world-class players from 10 international teams, including Shivnarine Chanderpaul of the West Indies, compete for the USD300,000 prize
. Log on to www.hksixes.com
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