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Often called the 'Gateway between east and the West' because of her cosmopolitan society, Singapore is fast evolving as one of the most significant centers for art and craft in Asia. The diverse and distinctive arts and crafts in Singapore attract a great number of visitors to this place every year. The rich and vibrant Arts and crafts in Singapore are heavily attributed to the indigenous culture of the Malays, the heritage carried by the Indian and Chinese immigrants and most importantly the cosmopolitan and international stance of the city. Along with the evolution of the different forms of Singapore's arts and crafts , the city has also well preserved her traditional and unique culture in the museums and art galleries. Some of the important art galleries include the Art Forum, Singapore Art Museum, Art Gallery on Gemmill lane and Artfolio. There has been an increase in the number of groups of performing arts that have evolved in Singapore, the most popular being the Theatre Works. The Annual Singapore Arts Festival happens every year, which brings together international and local artists to participate in the cultural shows of arts, crafts, dance and music. The two major institutions offering full time courses on performing arts in Singapore are Nayang Acedamy of Fine Arts and Lasalle-Sia College of Arts. A unique art performance that one must make a point to experience while in Singapore is the Wayang or the Chinese Operas that are generally performed in August and September. Handicrafts in Singapore range from the wooden, bamboo, antique handicrafts and much more. A fine example of the wonderful crafts in Singapore can be found along the Singapore River where you will find life size bronze sculptures. Other Arts Districts of Singapore include the Chinatown Arts belt, the Dempsey and Tanglin, the Central Arts Districts, the Kerbau Road Arts belt and the Riverside.
The Arts and Crafts in Singapore is still evolving and developing which makes this city in South East Asia one of the best centers of Arts and Crafts in Asia.
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