"Now is Not the Time" Is A New Art Exhibition Celebrating The Legacy Of Lee Kuan Yew
16 September would have been the 100th birthday of the late Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore's first prime minister. Paying tribute to him is a new art exhibition titled "Now is Not the Time". It might read as a history lesson on the surface, but actually incorporates virtual production, AI art, Instagrammable architecture and more for an immersive experience that's as riveting as it is informative.
Organised and produced by virtual production and animation house X3D Studio, the exhibition brings together works by pool of top global talent including the American artist Daniel Arsham, who created a full-body sculpture of Mr Lee in a pivotal moment in history - right when he declared Singapore's separation from Malaysia.
Photo from X3D Studio
Photo from X3D Studio
A particularly Gen Z-approved section is The Time Portal. This dreamy installation tells the story of Lee Kuan Yew through Augmented Reality and AI technology.
Photo from X3D Studio
Photo from X3D Studio
Another highlights is the Mirror Maze Installation reflecting Singaporeans' collective identity that transcends cultural boundaries.
Photo from X3D Studio
Photo from X3D Studio
The exhibition also features original music by composer Tay Chee Wei and a film that imagines Singapore 100 years from today.
Photo from X3D Studio
Now Is Not The Time
Location: 25 Pasir Panjang Rd Singapore 117536 (Labrador Park MRT Exit A)
Exhibition period: 10 to 24 September 2023
Opening hours: 11am to 8 pm daily
Tickets are free
Register your slot here
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