National Arts Council

To achieve our vision of a creative city that inspires, the National Arts Council leverages partnerships, technology and innovation and data-driven insights. Together, these enable us to nurture and sustain our arts scene.   By collaborating with partners and harnessing the power of technology and data, we’re driving the value and impact of the arts in Singapore’s economy and society.   Here’s a look at the new and continuing initiatives by the National Arts Council. Thank you to all our partners for your advocacy of #OurSGArts, and we look forward to more collaborators joining the making of a vibrant arts scene next year!

[📣#OpenCall] Applications for the Sustain the Arts (stART) Fund 2025 will be opening soon from 13 Jan to 7 Mar 2025. If you’re an arts organisation and setting your goals for the new year, consider how the stART Fund can help you develop robust organisational capabilities, amplify your work’s impact and drive our #CreativeEconomy. The stART Fund provides funding under two tracks: Organisation Funding and Programme Funding. This dual approach supports #OurSGArts organisations in strengthening their business capabilities and delivering programmes that enrich the lives of Singaporeans. stART Fund is now on Our SG Grants portal. Register to learn more about the stART Fund 2025 cycle at the pre-open call briefing on 9 Jan - more details here: https://lnkd.in/g2Xsc_rr

The National Arts Council aims to cultivate a thriving #CreativeEconomy where #OurSGArts can flourish and provide sustainable careers for practitioners.   We achieve this by collaborating with local and international partners to give our artists opportunities to showcase their talent, enhance their skills and gain global recognition.   From participating in the prestigious Biennale Arte, to various international capability development and performing opportunities, swipe through for a look at past initiatives by the National Arts Council.   Looking forward to more opportunities to celebrate artistic excellence and to elevate Singapore's arts and culture to new heights!💯

The National Arts Council and Singapore Land Authority (SLA) are pleased to announce that the tender for heritage shophouses at 52-56 Kampong Java has been awarded to arts and culture organisation 19SixtyFive Pte Ltd for multi-disciplinary arts sandbox use. The upcoming arts hub will provide arts professionals and budding artists with affordable and accessible spaces for innovation, conversations and collaborations. This includes acoustically treated studios, equipped co-working offices, creative incubation and gallery spaces, as well as dedicated event and performance areas for public experiences. 52-56 Kampong Java is the culmination of our close engagement with #OurSGArts community for an industry-led space for experimentation and creation. We will continue to work with partners to diversify and unlock more arts spaces as part of our efforts to develop Singapore into a #DistinctiveCity for the arts. Visit go.gov.sg/kampongjava for more information.

As we conclude 2024, we reflect on the significant strides made in transforming Singapore into a vibrant canvas for inspiration.    From community art projects under the Lively Places Fund to neighbourhood performances, #OurSGArts have enriched our spaces and inspired our communities.   This reflects our commitment to building a #DistinctiveCity, a vision made possible by the invaluable support of our partners.   As we approach 2025, we look forward to expanding our reach across Singapore. Thank you for your invaluable contribution to Singapore's artistic growth.   Click through for a look back at past initiatives by the National Arts Council.

2024 - a year that elevated Singapore's arts scene to new heights!    From the vibrant Singapore Art Week to the thought-provoking Singapore International Festival of Arts, we made the arts more inclusive, integrated into various communities and accessible across all life stages.    Click through for a retrospective of key initiatives by the National Arts Council that have fostered a #ConnectedSociety.    We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants and partners who have contributed to this success.   As we look ahead to 2025, we're energised by the prospect of further embedding the arts into the fabric of everyday life.   Here's to another year of artistic excellence and community connection!

How can we leverage the power of #AI to fuel innovation and growth in #OurSGArts scene?   Last month, the National Arts Council participated in the Arts Korea Lab Festival 2024, a key platform exploring the intersection of arts and technology. Themed FUTURESCAPE, the 2024 Festival organised by the Korea Arts Management Service explored discussions surrounding emerging trends such as AI and art.     We were honoured to showcase Singapore’s arts x tech projects with a global audience, featuring insights from the Performing Arts x Tech Lab 2023/24 participants – dance artist Dapheny Chen, co-founder of SERIAL CO_ Ernest Wu and interactive designer Alina Ling.   The panel discussion, ‘Solidarity in Art & Technology: Between Experimentation and Growth’, fostered valuable dialogues with our Korean peers as artists shared their learnings gleaned from creating arts x tech projects through multidisciplinary collaborations. In addition, we networked with fellow arts and technology practitioners from across the region, gaining valuable insights into emerging technology trends such as AI and best practices.   We are grateful to Korea Arts Management Service for this valuable opportunity. These international exchanges are crucial to fostering a vibrant and innovative arts and technology ecosystem, driving the growth of our #CreativeEconomy. We look forward to continued collaboration with South Korea and exploring new avenues for artistic expression in the digital age.

Organised by the National Arts Council, National Gallery Singapore and Singapore Art Museum, the Singapore Art Week Forum 2025 gathers international artists, curators, and museum and urban practitioners like Chicago-based artist Theaster Gates, Hilde Teerlinck, CEO/Artistic Director of Han Nefkens Foundation, and Sharmini Pereira, Chief Curator at the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka. What are the ways in which artists, cultural workers, and institutions have made concrete impacts on communities? How can they re-organise and change, in order to comfort and to disturb? In what ways can museums and cultural institutions think of the public as constituent parts of themselves? Join us for a day of insightful conversations, networking, and bold ideas that redefine how art interacts with the public. Secure your spot at go.gov.sg/saw25forum #SGArtWeek #SAW2025 #ArtTakesOver #OurSGArts

Last week, we gathered as #OneNAC for our Annual Staff Function.   Themed “Around the World”, NAC staff put on various outfits to compete for the best-dressed title. As we wind down for the year, this gathering fostered team bonding, sparked new connections and left us all with unforgettable memories. Special thanks to the Recreation and Social Committee and the People & Culture team for planning this event. Cheers to Team NAC and we look forward to a promising 2025!

For #SGCaresGivingWeek this year, the National Arts Council supported Decadance Co’s ‘Silver Dance Fiesta’ – a programme bringing joy and laughter to seniors through dance and other hands-on arts. The programme celebrates the silver years, where dance is a medium to heighten engagement to improve physical, cognitive, social and emotional wellbeing. It also brings the community closer together, showing how the arts can unite generations. Tap to see highlights of the fun-filled activities!💃✨ 💌 Your support today can make #OurSGArts even bigger and brighter. Donate today at  go.gov.sg/cycle-of-giving!