29-30 Mar 2025, 10am to 4pm
Central Public Library
6 Apr 2025, 10am to 4pm
Woodlands Regional Library
DanceXR Showcase returns with a focus on ethnic dance traditions with five new VR works from P7:1SMA, Sri Warisan, Sakthi Fine Arts, and the Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre.
JOGET: AN IMMERSIVE JOURNEY THROUGH TIME by P7:1SMA
Step into the world of Joget and immerse yourself in the rhythm and tradition of this once popular Malay dance. Through the magic of virtual reality, you will be transported back in time to the days when Joget was performed and enjoyed in kampongs, weddings, and dance halls. You can also take part in an interactive dance experience with the avatars of Norhaizad Adam and Hasyimah Harith from P7:1SMA as they show you the basic moves of the Joget.
This unique VR experience blends historical storytelling with hands-on dance practice, offering a fun and educational way to discover Malay cultural heritage.
Running time: 15-20 mins
Format: 360-degree VR and Spatial VR
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SI TANGGANG
by Sri Warisan
Follow the story of Si Tanggang, a fisherman’s son who abandons his humble roots for wealth and status but pays the ultimate price for his ingratitude toward his doting mother. This popular Southeast Asian folklore is retold as a short but engaging musical dance drama performed by members of Sri Warisan Som Said Performing Arts.
Performing Arts featuring original music, choreography, and stunning costumes.
Produced and presented in virtual reality, it offers a unique and accessible way to immerse yourself in a cultural tale.
Running time: 11 mins
Format: Stereoscopic VR180
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WHERE THE FLOWERS BLOOM
Chasing Winds: When Dandelions Fly
by Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre
Flowers bloom and wilt with no regrets, while fate comes and goes like ocean tides. Just as flowers evoke beauty and elegance in the eyes of the beholder, “Where the Flowers Bloom” reflects the nature of Chinese dance, where goodness and beauty are upheld in a passionate display of grace and refinement.
Dandelions are the epitome of courage. When their fruits have ripened, they are carried by the wind to embark on a journey unbeknownst to them. Despite being unable to control where the wind takes them, they fearlessly embrace the journey, bravely taking root as they arrive at the destination.
Running Time: 10 mins
Format: Stereoscopic 180-degree VR
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WHERE THE FLOWERS BLOOM
Floral Symphony: An Inimitable Beauty
by Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre
Flowers bloom and wilt with no regrets, while fate comes and goes like ocean tides. Just as flowers evoke beauty and elegance in the eyes of the beholder, “Where the Flowers Bloom” reflects the nature of Chinese dance, where goodness and beauty are upheld in a passionate display of grace and refinement.
Flowers, when admired exclusively, exude beauty that is idiosyncratic to their species. But when they are put together in a thoughtful arrangement, that is when we unveil an inexplicable fascination - a floral symphony that blossoms gloriously, one that is inimitable.
Running Time: 12 mins
Format: Stereoscopic 180-degree VR
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KODUKOTTI
by Sakthi Fine Arts
Kodukotti is inspired by a powerful tale from Tamil literature, Silapathikkaram. It is structured as a Tandavam – a vigorous dance that reflects the intense emotions and heroism of the story. In the performance, the dancer represents both Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, with one side of her body symbolising masculinity and the other with feminine energy.
Choreographed and performed by Devi Veerappan, Artistic Director of Sakthi Fine Arts, this unique dance is based on the Indian classical dance form of Bharatanātyam and blends symbolism and rhythm in an expressive performance.
Running time: 5 mins
Format: Stereoscopic VR180
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