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The Foundation for The Arts and Social Enterprise is an Institution of Public Character arts charity in Singapore converging the arts, business, and philanthropy.

20/04/2026

Foreverest is a profoundly moving new multidisciplinary work by Singaporean artist Sushma Soma, created in collaboration with UK director Debbie Hannan and US-based composer Aditya Prakash, with mentorship from world-renowned choreographer Akram Khan.

At its heart, Foreverest is a meditation on love, loss, and the quiet strength of human resilience. The work originated from an intensely personal place, the loss of Sushma’s husband, Shri, an avid mountaineer who summited Everest in 2023 but did not return. Out of this grief came music: first through her acclaimed EP The Mountain Has the Last Say, and now through Foreverest, a larger-scale, devised multimedia project that blends song, poetry, storytelling and visual design.

Residencies will take place in Singapore, London, and Mumbai, culminating in the world premiere in May 2026.

By supporting Foreverest, The Foundation continues its mission to champion Singaporean artists whose work pushes creative and emotional boundaries, expanding how the world sees and hears Singapore.

DISCOVER MORE AT THEFOUNDATION.SG

18/02/2026

Foundation for The Arts and Social Enterprise is proud to be a fundraising partner and corporate sponsor for the second year of the Epigram Books Fiction Prize 2026. We congratulate all the prize recipients for their outstanding achievement and for contributing powerful new voices to our literary landscape. We are honoured to continue supporting writers whose work enriches Singapore’s cultural identity and strengthens the region’s storytelling tradition.

For more information, visit thefoundation.sg/ebfp.

10/02/2026

On Friday, 6 February 2026, Foundation for the Arts and Social Enterprise hosted an intimate evening of music in the exclusive residence of Serene and Tony Liok.

The private event featured 12-year-old violin prodigy Mark Chia, who was accompanied by renowned pianist Evgeny Sinaiski. It was attended by over 20 friends and guests, including Former Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat.

The programme showcased Mark’s remarkable musical maturity and sensitivity, featuring excerpts from Vivaldi’s Concerto in G minor, Saint-Saëns’ Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso, Estrellita, and Waxman’s Carmen Fantasy. It was a moving reminder of the power of nurturing young talent.

The Foundation is grateful to Serene for her generosity and hospitality, and the guests for coming together in support of the arts.

We are thankful to Wolfgang Violin Studio and Annie Lee for helping to make the event a success.

Together, let’s continue creating spaces where exceptional young talent can be heard, encouraged, and inspired.

Scroll to listen to Mark.

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24/12/2025

Season’s greetings from all of us at the Foundation for The Arts and Social Enterprise!

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a bright start to the New Year.

🎶 Watch to enjoy an impromptu session featuring Ian Ketsumasa, Christina The, David, and others; a heartfelt way to close out 2025 and welcome 2026 with music and warmth.

Happy holidays!

08/12/2025

Congratulations to Director Alvin Lee Chang Rong, a recipient of the Young Artist Award 2025, among five notable recipients shaping Singapore’s arts landscape. His short film work reflects a blend of sensitivity, discipline and storytelling depth that marks him as a quintessential voice in our film community.

Foundation for the Arts and Social Enterprise is proud to have supported Alvin’s short film, Smoke Gets In Your Eyes 烟熏到了眼睛, and we look forward to seeing how his vision continues to grow and contribute to Singapore’s creative future.

Stay tuned as we continue championing the artists who shape our cultural story.

Explore at thefoundation.sg.

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06/08/2025

What a night.
Foundation Sessions: A Utopia Reimagined Experience brought the house down at Cool Cats last Wednesday, July 30. From the first chord to the final jam, our stage came alive with the power of Singaporean music.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in support of the arts, whether you danced, donated, or simply shared in the moment. You helped turn an evening of music into a movement for artistic possibility.

🌟 Highlights included:
• Dru Chen’s stunning premiere of three original songs for SG60
• Soulful sets by Marian Carmel, Dawn Wong, YAO, weish and Rhyu
• A spontaneous, joy-filled jam session that reminded us why live music matters

Your generosity fuels the Foundation’s mission to nurture Singapore’s cultural ecosystem and invest in the next generation of artistic talent. Thank you for making it possible.

Stay tuned. This is just the beginning!

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25/07/2025

Join us for an unforgettable night as Foundation for The Arts and Social Enterprise brings together some of Singapore’s most exciting musical talents for a special fundraising event at Cool Cats in support of our ongoing mission to uplift local artistry.

As part of our UTOPIA Reimagined initiative, this event will feature a stellar line-up of musicians performing original works commissioned by The Foundation. Opening the night is Dru Chen, who will debut three brand-new songs created for SG60. He will be joined by an extraordinary group of artistes, including weish, Dawn Wong, YAO, and Marian Carmel, each bringing their distinct sound to the stage. The evening will culminate in an intimate, joyful jam session, as our performers come together to celebrate the spirit of collaboration.

Date: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Venue: Cool Cats, NCO Club at JW Marriott
Doors Open: 6.30 pm
First Set: 8:00 pm

In place of ticketing, we are inviting donations of $100 and above in support of The Foundation’s mission to nurture Singapore’s cultural ecosystem and support our next generation of artistic talent. Donations of $100 and above will qualify for a 250% tax rebate.

TICKETS
Email: [email protected]
WhatsApp: +65 9616 0511

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05/05/2025

what a crazy weekend we've all had.

UTOPIA doesn't wait. Reimagine it with us with YAØ and his new single, "Let Go".

Emerging from the restless neighbourhoods of Singapore, YAØ is an endearing name in the industry. The multi-hyphenate (singer-songwriter-producer)’s musical confections sound like a love child of urban soul and contemporary pop, blending his love for RnB, Japanese City Pop and a plethora of other genres that he frequently explores to tell his stories.

30/04/2025

If you've been keeping your eyes peeled here, you'll have noticed that we're back.

We're proud to present UTOPIA REIMAGINED: Chapter 3 - with a whole new lineup on artists who've made their mark in singapore's music ecology.

Follow us to keep up to date and get to know our artists 🤍

14/01/2025

Last week, The Foundation had the pleasure of hosting students from the University of Maryland’s Smith School of Business These future leaders are diving into an exciting project that explores the soft power of the arts – examining how creativity and culture influence societies, economies and global relations.

To put it simply, ‘soft power’ is a way to gain support from others through non-monetary means, such as a city’s reputation for being culturally interesting. This is something The Foundation firmly believes in, focusing on Iconic Initiatives to reshape the arts, philanthropy and business. The Foundation’s aim is to harness the soft power of the arts to support Singapore’s businesses and communities.

13/12/2024

Foundation for The Arts and Social Enterprise is proud to support piano prodigy 12-year-old Mikkel Myer Lee () in his attempt to make history as the youngest musician to perform all of Beethoven’s 32 piano sonatas.

The soldout audience, which included Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat (), Foundation for the Arts & Social Enterprise Founder and Director Michael Tay .sg, prominent businessmen donors, and many families with children who learn the piano, were dazzled by MIkkel’s technical prowess.

In his IG post, DPM Heng described Mikkel’s first instalment of this series as ‘a joy’ and that ‘Mikkel’s artistry and depth truly brought Beethoven’s music to life’.

As Mikkel continues to reach new milestones, The Foundation is committed to supporting his artistic journey. His next major performance will take place in Amsterdam in April 2025, marking another significant chapter in his promising international career.

Mikkel’s remarkable talent and dedication exemplify the spirit of artistic excellence The Foundation strives to nurture. If you would like to donate to our Prodigy Fund to support Mikkel, please click on our link in the bio. Foundation for the Arts & Social Enterprise is a registered IPC, and all donations above $100 will enjoy a tax deduction of 2.5 times the amount in your next tax bill if donated by December 31 2024.

The Foundation looks forward to seeing Mikkel’s talent shine on the global stage, inspiring audiences worldwide.

[Pictured (L to R) Guest of Honor DPM Heng Swee Keat, Mikkel Myer Lee and Michael Tay]

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