Name: Birdwatching | third space
Start: 2026-09-12T20:30:00+08:00
End: 2026-09-12T22:00:00+08:00
Location: Yusof Ishak House

Birdwatching | third space

Centre for the Arts (CFA), as part of the Office of Student Affairs, is committed to enriching student life by creating a vibrant, inclusive space for students to experience the arts.  Beyond overseeing key arts activities on campus such as  theNUS Arts Festivaland Singapore’s longest running arts outreach programme, third space (previously known as the ExxonMobil Campus Concerts), and nurturing the development of the NUS Arts Groups, CFA is dedicated to making the arts an integral part of university life. In doing so, CFA aims to foster an enduring community of passionate, socially-aware student leaders who will shape the future with creativity and compassion.We look forward to welcoming you at our events.Follow us on Instagram: @nuscfa | @cfathirdspace

Centre for the Arts, NUS

Birdwatching merges sound design, visual art, poetry and spoken word with butoh-inspired movement and audience interaction.

Yusof Ishak House

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SynopsisBirdwatching is a production that merges sound design, visual art, poetry and spoken word with butoh-inspired movement and audience interaction.In a modernity so thoroughly marked by apathy and detached watching through narrowed lenses, what violences have we become desensitised to? When did our limbs fall asleep, and where does that numbness come from? Can we remember how to feel and move forward again?Through this immersive, site-specific installation, Birdwatching invites you to explore themes of sociopolitical violence and apathy culture in Singapore by sitting in your discomfort and acknowledging the horrors we fall victim to, enact upon others, or watch from afar.Birdwatching is presented as part of third space supported by ExxonMobil Asia Pacific

Show &amp; Access InformationThis performance will be held at Yusof Ishak House, NUS, at the Atrium Stairs (Level 3).The venue is wheelchair accessible. Those using wheelchairs are encouraged to enter the venue from Level 4 for optimal viewing.This is a free roaming site-specific performance where audiences are encouraged to freely stand or sit and roam around for the duration of the performance (roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes). Do arrive at least 15 minutes early to secure a good view.There will be audience interaction elements in this performance. Audiences are advised to bring a pen or pencil, though additional writing material will be available to loan. Interaction elements are completely voluntary and participation is not a requirement to enjoy the performance.Captions will not be showcased during the performance, however all texts involved in our show will be included in our programme booklet.Do note that as this show is age restricted [16 and over], proof of age will be required upon entrance at the venue.Limited paid parking is available at nearby outdoor carparks next to the University Sports Centre.

Content AdvisoryThis production is age restricted [16 and over]. Proof of age will be required upon entrance at the venue. Anyone under the age of 16 will strictly be prohibited from watching the performance.This production contains the following content that may not be suitable for some audiences. Viewer discretion is advised.- Explicit language- Indirect depictions of death- Blood- Arachnophobia- Body horror- Fictionalised harm to animals- Queerphobia- Xenophobia- Suggestive themes- References to war- Sudden loud sounds, including unexpected or intense auditory effects- Flashing lights and imagery not suitable for those with epilepsy or photosensitivity

Creative Team Project DirectorViolet Yang Assistant DirectorsBrandon David ServosMarie Chua Artistic Advisor, Movement MentorXUE Stage ManagerOwena Eng Production ManagerMalcolm Goh Lighting DesignerChen Yixin Sound EngineerLiu Chuang Movement ArtistsViolet YangRenee ChiaMarie Chua WritersViolet YangBrandon David ServosAradana KhemlaniDinh Cao Tue Sound DesignViolet Yang Multimedia DesignWong Qing Props &amp; Set DesignBrandon David Servos

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