This Singapore company lets you rent a friend from $60

If you are going to put a price tag on friendship, how much would that be?

A Singapore company, Maybe, attempts to answer this question by letting you rent a friend for a fee. You can bring this new companion out to do activities with you. Besides paying for the hire, you are also required to pay for any fees incurred during the outing.

Like what the company suggests: “Meet someone new to do fun activities with, or simply have a meal together to talk about all there is under the sun”

However, the company is also quick to point out that this is not a social escort service and no forms of physical contact is allowed, except for a friendly handshake.

At the moment, there are 4 men and 24 women available for hire.

Bookmark and share this link with someone who needs a date during next year’s Chinese New Year!

Pictures from Maybe.sg

Singaporeans can ballot for NDP 2019 Tickets starting tomorrow

Starting tomorrow (23 May) to Jun 2, Singapore citizens and permanent residents can apply for two, four or six tickets to the two preview shows on 27 Jul and 3 Aug or the NDP on 9 Aug.

Successful applicants will be notified on 24 Jun via email. They can collect their tickets at Raffles City Level 3 Atrium from 5 June to 7 June and 12 July to 14 July.

Each person is limited to one application. Singapore citizens and applicants who were not allocated tickets for the NDP last year will get priority.

2019 NDP Theme Song – Our Singapore


The NDP committee this year has also released this year’s theme song as the parade commemorates 200 years since the founding of modern Singapore.

The theme song, titled “Our Singapore”, draws inspiration from 2002 and 2015 theme song.

This year’s theme song is performed by 27 artistes representing different generations. They include veterans like Rahimah Rahim and Jacintha Abisheganaden, pop singers Kit Chan, JJ Lin and Stephanie Sun.

Balloting Details

Ballot duration: 23 May (0000hr) – 2 June (2359hr)
Preview Shows: 27 July & 3 August 2019
Cost: Free
Venue: The Padang
Actual Day: 9 August 2019
Ballot Site: https://www.ndp.org.sg

 

Photos from NDPeeps Facebook Page

Mayday brand new 3D concert movie opens today in Singapore

Having played to more than 4 million fans across 55 cities, including Singapore over a span of 2 years, the Mayday 3D concert movie is a cut of the highlights from the different concerts. There will also be footages of the band’s funny banters.

Better than standing at Concert’s mosh pit

During an interview, the band shared they have already watched the movie during a closed door screening.

“You can literally touch the band members from where you are seated” shares lead singer, Ah Shin.

The band members also shared this movie features a new 64-channel surround sound, which allows the audience a brand new audio experience.

Run Time: 112 minutes

Kit Chan, A-Do, Nathan Hartono to headline Sing.Lang Concert on 15 June

Sing.Lang Concert is an annual concert that celebrates Singaporean artistes who have made waves in the entertainment industry overseas. It is also a platform to showcase  rising Singaporean stars.

This year’s concert line-up is headline by Kit Chan, Du Chengyi (more affectionately known as Ah-Do) and Nathan Hartono. Kit and Nathan previously enjoyed overwhelming success in their career when they took part in singing competitions in China. A-Do, on the other hand has recently released a single.

Other acts include Derrick Hoh, The Freshman and Boon Hui Lu, Gentle Bones, TheLionCityBoy and Akeem Jahat.

Ticketing Information

When: 15 June 2019, 1930hr
Where: Singapore Sports Hub
Cost: Free. Registration required here!

Mandopop King Andy Lau to hold 4 Concerts at S’pore Indoor Stadium

After 11 years, Singapore fans finally gets to see Cantopop King Andy Lau upclose with his upcoming concerts from 25 – 28 September 2019 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.

Titled “My Love Andy Lau World Tour”, fans can look forward to hearing his popular hits, in both Mandarin and Cantonese.

Tickets for his 27 September show is expected to go out the fastest as Andy will be celebrating his 58th birthday on that day.

Last Year’s Hong Kong Concert Cancelled

Last year, Andy Lau broke down on stage as he had to cancel his remaning four shows in his concert series at the Hong Kong Coliseum due to flu.

Ticket holders largely remained supportive and wished him speedy recovery.

Ticketing Sales from 1 June 2019

Dates: 25 – 28 September 2019
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Pricing: $368, $318, $278, $188, $168 (Excluding ticketing fee)
Public Sales: 1 June 2019, 10am, https://www.sportshub.com.sg/AndyLau2019

 

Singapore Comedian Hossan Leong celebrates 50th birthday with a brand new concert

Singapore funny man, Hossan Leong will be turning 50 on 10 July. To celebrate his Golden Jubilee Year, a concert titled Hossan-AH 50! Love You LEONG Time! was planned.

Touted as possibly the last concert Hossan performs in a Leong time, this concert is about two of his favorites – Laughter and Love.

Jio your friends and like what Hossan says, double confirm  guaranteed a good time!

What: Hossan-Ah 50! Love You Leong Time!
Where: Drama Center Theatre
When: 14 – 31 August 2019, 8pm (3pm Matinee show on weekends)
Tickets: SGD$55 – SGD$75

Photos from Hossan Leong Facebook Page.

These Hokkien food are available from 50 cents on these two days only

The 50 cents Fest will be back again for the fourth time at Chinatown Food Street as part of the Singapore Food Festival. This year’s festival shines a spotlight on the Hokkien heritage. This event will happen over 2 days on the 27 and 28 July 2019.

The 50 Cents Fest this year features over 40 stalls and mobile vendors, showcasing more than 50 different savouries and sweet Hokkien dishes! Everything at this festival is priced between SGD$0.50 to SGD$3.00!

This year, the organizer is also partnering heritage restaurants like Beng Hiang, an established Hokkien restaurants founded in 1978,  well-known for their melt-in-the-mouth kong bak pau. Other Hokkien restaurants with rich history also adds to the authenticity of this year’s festival.

Here are some Hokkien tradition food we are looking forward to…

Die Die Must Try…

The Buddha Jumps over the wall (6 x $0.50) | Black Hokkien Mee  (2 x $0.50) |  Cha Gay Ah (2 x $0.50)

Other Food…

Ngoh Hiang ($0.50) | Herbal Prawn (4 x $0.50) | Traditional Ice Bags ($0.50)

Not Just Food

Pictures from Wetteeshirt & magicandtalent

The 50 Cents Fest will also feature interactive and exciting activities. One of the highlights is “JIAK BA BUAY?” (Have you eaten?) bingo game and other nostalgic arcade games. For the shopaholics,  there are also retail booths selling Hokkien-inspired merchandise from local brand Wetteeshirt and more!

Hokkien Getai performances will also be happening over the two days.

50 Cents Fest

When: 27 – 28 July 2019 (1100hr – 2300hr)
Where: Chinatown Food Street (Smith Street, Chinatown)
Payment: Cash, OCBC PayAnyone
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Singapore’s latest innovative mega playground opens in Marina Square this June

Come 15 June 2019, children in Singapore has a new mega playground to hang out in Marina Square. Enters Kiztopia!

This 18,000 square feet paradise for kids aged 12 years old and below aims to not only allow them to have fun, but also develop new skills through play with the cast of 11 original animated characters at the 18 distinctive play zones, including a cafe!

Children enters different play zones to complete an activity with the characters

Each play zone is designed with specific learning objectives in mind for the little ones to cultivate their social, emotional and motor skills.

Meet the Characters

Meet the characters –  Pepe the Pig, Honey the Bee, Raby the rabbit, Dr. Chen, Tina the turtle, Tiger, Bell the bear,  Mark the monkey, Chichi the chicken, Eli the elephant, Pio the penguin

Each Kiztopia character comes with its unique personality, profession and backstory and can be found at specific play areas within the park. This diversity helps children to identify and map out their own aspirations through play.

For example, our graphic designer loves hanging out with Chichi the chicken, who loves drawing. Speaking of birds of the same kind… At Chichi’s Art Gallery, children gets to express their creativity on the interactive screens which pops up on the AR screen display on the wall!

Ticketing and Promotional Packages

Single Entrance (Admits 1 adult & 1 child)
1-hour: SGD$28
3-hour: SGD$38
Unlimited-hour: SGD$48

*** Admission price for one additional adult is SGD$8.
*** Admission passes and annual passes are also available.

Where: Kiztopia (Marina Square, Level 1, #01-09)
Official Opening: 15 June 2019 (Sat)
Opening Hours: Sun – Thurs: 1000hr – 2100hr | Fri – Sat: 1000hr – 2200hr

Get ready for Singapore’s 1st Indoor Inflatable Pop-Up Playground

Our impression of how OBounce will be like! Excited much?

Many of us skip the playground because of the scorching , hot sun. What if we tell you come this June holidays, there will be an inflatable pop-up playground, in the comfort of an air-conditioned mall for you to enjoy?

Meet Singapore’s largest inflatable pop-up playground, O BOUNCE!

Featuring 3 inflatable zones and 1 mystery castle. This indoor inflatable playground which covers 200sq meters can house over 60 pax at any one time!

What to look out for

Ocean themed inflatables

Carnival Games


There is also a roving balloonist to make cute balloon art for you and your kids!

Where: Aperia Mall (8 – 12 Kallang Ave S339509)
When: 31st May – 9th June 2019
Tickets: $5 (15 mins pass) $8 (30 mins pass)
Who: Age 5 & Up (Adults welcome!)
Mon-Thurs: 1200hr – 2100hr | Fri: 1200hr -2200hr | Sat & Sun: 1000hr – 2200hr

Pictures from https://carnivalempire.sg