PIXEL PARADISE at Armenian Street, Singapore Night Festival

Interactive art installation and facade projection mapping by Clare Chong, Jennifer O’Connor, Taufiq Hidayat, Jaymi McManus, and Kin Leonn

Inspired by an unfinished beaded panel on display at the Peranakan Museum, this work celebrates the intricate artistry and diverse perspectives of Peranakan communities. It features a facade projection and art display that invites visitors to reimagine the panel while contemplating the meditative practice of bead working. 

Interact with the cloth-like layered visuals to explore the texture and complexity of beaded art and transform it through touch and gesture. Collaborate with others to create a unified, full-scale artwork that weaves intricate threads and beads into a cohesive piece.

View the unfinished beaded panel that inspired this work in the Decorative Textiles Gallery on Level 3.

One question remains: Why was it never finished?

Museum quest in partnership with PlayStation

Embark on a thrilling rescue mission in the Peranakan Museum for a chance to win a PlayStation 5!

Pick up a Passport to Paradise to join the quest. Upon completion, a secret code will grant you access to Players Paradise (Ixora Room, L1), in partnership with PlayStation. Be one of the first to try ASTRO BOT, the latest blockbuster from PlayStation (launching 6 September 2024 on PlayStation 5), and enjoy various ASTRO BOT-themed activities. You will also stand a chance to win a PlayStation 5 each night! 

First 500 players to enter Players Paradise every night will receive a pair of Pixel Glasses!

Instructions: 

1. Pick up a Passport to Paradise from the Peranakan Museum lobby, Level 1.
2. Answer a series of questions to complete the rescue mission and reveal a secret code. 
3. Use the secret code to enter Players Paradise, Level 1. 
4. Be one of the first in Singapore to play ASTRO BOT, participate in various activities to win official ASTRO BOT merchandise, and stand a chance to walk home with a PlayStation 5. Good luck, players!

Due to capacity limits, the Peranakan Museum reserves the right to stagger or deny entry to the museum and Players Paradise. Limited Passports are available – act fast! 

A festival-game experience

Soak up the sights and sounds of Pixel Boulevard, inspired by pixelated video game scenes. Interact with game characters, patronise eateries and stalls, and take on challenges with other players. Earn rewards with every action – fastest players first! Pick up a Passport to Paradise from the Peranakan Museum lobby or along Pixel Boulevard to begin your festival game experience.  

*While supplies last.

Food & goods

Browse a selection of Pixel Boulevard offerings, from tasty snacks to interesting knick-knacks. Earn a stamp with every $5 spent! *

*Limited to one stamp per stall

Participating Vendors:

• Museum of Ice Cream:The Museum of Ice Cream celebrates the joy of ice cream and helps reconnect with your inner child. Join us for a fun-filled day with ice cream and enjoy free entry to the outdoor Sprinkle Pool! 
  
  
• Goodburger: Enjoy American diner-style offerings with a plant-based twist. Try an exclusive festival menu item, the rendang burger. 
  
  
• House of Samosas: Discover sweet, savoury, and secret new flavours at Pixel Paradise! 
  
  
• Peranakan Mart by The Peranakan Association Singapore (TPAS): Explore a treasure trove of specially curated items showcasing vibrant Peranakan culture. TPAS supports local designers and brands, offering a diverse selection for visitors to this year’s Night Festival.
   
• Analogue Corner by Film Vibes & Thrifted Clicks: Explore old-school film and digital cameras, along with other analogue devices. Visit Film Vibes on 30–31 Aug and Thrifted Clicks on 6–7 Sep! 

Game stops

Gain stamps with each activity completed! 

• Bibik’s Match-making Services: Step out of your comfort zone and get social to win! Play a simple game with a stranger to earn stamps for prizes. Will you become friends or remain competitors?  
  
  
• NPC Hunt: Look out for a series of clues to spot hidden characters in the crowd. Find them, play a game, and win a stamp! 
  
  
• Street Chess Corner: Join the Aliwal Chess Club for a battle of brains, featuring modern twists on this classic game. Open to both newcomers and experienced players. An unconventional chess community in Singapore, Aliwal Chess Club hosts pop-up meets in areas like Kampong Gelam.

Paradise Music Stage: Live Performances

Enjoy live music performances by emerging and established musical talents. 

Performance Schedule:

• 30 August, 9pm: Regina Song
  Singaporean pop star Regina Song will perform songs from her debut album fangirl, which explores the polarities of teenage love. Her whimsical lyrics and dreamy melodies have garnered 1.5 million streams. Regina's music resonates with fellow "lovergirls", offering a journey through her teenage dreams.  

• 31 August, 9pm: ABANGSAPAU
  A firm believer in the expression of self, ABANGSAPAU wants his music to reflect both him and his listeners. His work spans from upbeat tracks to sombre, introspective musings. While his music defies easy categorisation, its intention is clear: to offer comfort and solace to all who listen.
  
  
• 6 September, 9pm: Mantravine
  Mantravine is a neo-ethnic fusion band from Singapore exploring alternative world-making. Their music blends contemporary electronic and global rhythms with live instruments, spoken word, and vocals, creating a unique sound that reimagines modern life.
  
  
• 7 September, 9pm: The Observatory
  The Observatory, contrary to what its name suggests, is a band deeply engaged with addressing contemporary afflictions in Singapore and the global milieu. The current lineup includes multi-instrumentalists Cheryl Ong, Dharma, and Yuen Chee Wai, who explore improvisation, inter-media experimentation, and noise-adjacent genres in their music. 

Pixel Boutique: Hama beads drop-in craft

Personalise your avatar with accessories using Hama beads* at Pixel Boutique. Create anything from a pet companion to a unique accessory! 

Other Programmes

Community Voices at Peranakan Museum: Gifting from the Heart by the Arab Peranakans

Join us this weekend to explore the Arab Peranakan community’s unique gifting traditions. Community Voices at Peranakan Museum showcases the rich cultures of various Peranakan communities through performances, demonstrations, crafts, and community-led tours of the museum galleries.

Enjoy discounted admission to Fukusa: Japanese Gift Covers from the Chris Hall Collection during programme hours. Redeem a free postcard and a mystery exhibition merchandise when you purchase a ticket to the special exhibition and follow the Peranakan Museum (@peranakanmuseum) on Instagram.

This edition of Community Voices is presented in partnership with the Arab Network @ Singapore and in conjunction with the Singapore Night Festival.