As the world of Hiccup and Toothless enjoys an ongoing renaissance on the big screen in live-action form, more plans are in store to celebrate 15 years of their adventures – and counting. For fans in Singapore, this means a concert held at Esplanade Concert Hall on 17 January 2026, set to whisk them away on a musical trip down memory lane.

How To Train Your Dragon – In Concert will run for approximately 120 minutes after doors open at 8pm, inclusive of a 10 to 15-minute interval, with the Metropolitan Festival Orchestra bringing John Powell’s iconic score to life. At the helm is conductor Thanapol Setabrahmana, who some may recognise from the Stardew Valley and Genshin Impact orchestra performances in recent years.

Early bird tickets are available for purchase starting 13 November, 10am, and end on 15 December, 11.59pm. Public sales begin on 15 December, 12am, and prices range from S$68 to S$168 as follows:

• Toothless Seat: S$168
• Hiccup Seat: S$148
• Astrid Seat: S$128
• Esplanade Box: S$128
• Premier Box: S$128
• Snotout Seat: S$108
• Fishlegs Seat: S$88
• Restricted View: S$68

The official description for How To Train Your Dragon – In Concert offers a synopsis of the first movie, which will be presented in HD during the event: “Hiccup is a young Viking who defies tradition when he befriends one of his deadliest foes – a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless. Together, these unlikely heroes must fight against all odds to save both their worlds.”

The franchise is based on the novel by author Cressida Cowell, and has earned a combined haul of over US$2.2 billion across three animated films and the 2025 live-action adaptation, starring Mason Thames (The Black Phone) and Nico Parker (The Last of Us, Dumbo) as Hiccup and Astrid. A sequel is currently in the works for release in 2027.

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Monster Hunter fans in Singapore are in for a real treat, as they will soon be able to witness the game’s iconic orchestral soundtrack come to life with the arrival of the Monster Hunter Orchestra Concert, which makes its way to our shores for the first time on 14 March 2026.

Held at The Star Theatre in Bouna Vista, the symphony offers fans the chance to experience the emotional power, grandeur, and excitement of Monster Hunter’s music live, and will be performed by Singapore’s Metropolitan Festival Orchestra. Famed conductor Hirofumi Kurita, who has been conducting the concert series since 2014, will also take to the podium to guide audiences through video game music Valhalla.

Early bird ticket sales are now available on Sistic from now til 31 December 2025, with public sales starting from 1 January 2026. The full list of prices is as follows:

• VIP Box (ELDER Seat): S$168 (Early Bird), S$178 (Standard)
• Cat 1 (APEX Seat): S$148 (Early Bird), S$158 (Standard)
• Cat 2 (GUARDIAN Seat): S$118 (Early Bird), S$128 (Standard)
• Cat 3 (RARE Seat): S$98
• Cat 4 (WYVERN Seat – Restricted View): S$78

The Monster Hunter Orchestra Concert is a long-running celebration which traces its roots to its first concert in 2009 in honour of the game’s fifth anniversary. Since 2014, it has grown to become an annual tradition and has been held in various cities across Japan. Now, the event is setting its sights on the World’s stage, with a premiere performance in the United States on 28 February 2026, followed by its debut in Singapore and Thailand in March.

As one of developer Capcom’s most established video game franchises, Monster Hunter has become a cultural phenomenon across the globe, well-loved by fans for its addictive gameplay loop of battling giant beasts and using their hides and other materials to craft increasingly powerful equipment. The game’s first entry debuted in 2004 on the PlayStation 2, with the series growing to receive six mainline titles and 16 spin-offs.

The game’s latest entry, Monster Hunter Wilds, released in February this year and brought the franchise to the modern console era, introducing different regions to hunt in that featured varying weather patterns to shake up gameplay. The franchise is also set to receive its spin-off threequel, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, in 2026, which adapts the series into a turn-based tactical format where players can befriend and ride companion monsters into battle.

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Akira Yamaoka, best known for his work composing the haunting soundtracks and audio design of the Silent Hill franchise, has announced his first U.S. tour, which will kick off in February 2026.

As reported by Eurogamer, the renowned video game composer, whose other notable works also include No More Heroes, Lollipop Chainsaw, and The Medium, will bring his music to life “in a cinematic live performance experience” via a number of dates and locations across the country.

In addition, Yamaoka will also be joined by internationally acclaimed singer, composer, and lyricist Raj Ramayya, known for his work on Cowboy Bebop and Resident Evil. Ramayya will open for Yamaoka each night of the tour, with the pair further collaborating on a new single, Encrypted Code Reality, which is due out on 31 October 2025 ahead of the tour.

Yamaoka joined Konami in 1993 and worked on the score of every single Silent Hill game from the 1999 original until 2009’s Silent Hill: Shattered Memories. He left the company that same year and joined Suda51’s Grasshopper Manufacture, but returned to the horror franchise in recent years, composing certain tracks for 2024’s Silent Hill 2 remake and this year’s Silent Hill f.

The tour will kick off in Los Angeles on 19 February 2026 and run til 7 March in Austin, Texas, with the full list of dates below:

Tickets for Akira Yamaoka’s tour will go on sale via Live Nation on 24 November 2025.

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Following the rollout of its iPhone 17 series, Apple is back at work introducing new capabilities to its latest software update. In the case of Apple Music, this means subscribers can now enjoy AutoMix, Lyrics Translation and Pronunciation, Library Pins, and more for an improved listening experience on the app.

As the name suggests, Lyrics Translation displays lyrics in the selected language, with the accompanying Pronunciation option showing the phonetic pronunciation of the lyrics — ideal for languages like Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, or Korean. It can be accessed by tapping the Lyrics button and shares similarities with Spotify’s feature, but the company states that both machine learning and fine-tuning from language experts are used to ensure the emotion, cultural context, and lyrical intent are fully preserved.

AutoMix, meanwhile, is a new seamless playback that intelligently transitions the user’s music through time-stretching and beat-matching at the perfect moment. The functionality won’t be available for every listing, however, as albums, DJ mixes, and certain genres where the original mix works better are excluded.

For easy access to all their favourite playlists, soundtracks, artists, and more, the app now lets subscribers pin them to the top of their library. Additional new features include Apple Music Sing with iPhone Mic, where they can use the iPhone as a microphone to amplify their voice through the TV or as a Continuity Camera to see themselves singing onscreen alongside lyrics and visual effects; the ability to customise the Home Screen with new widgets and revisit various artists, tracks, and playlists from the Replay tile on the Home tab on iOS, iPad, and Android; and animated album covers on the lock screen.

The refreshed experience comes as part of OS 26, the unified operating system version number representing every software update and introduction lined up for the year — 2025 to 2026, in this case — starting with the revamped Liquid Glass design language (check out our article for the biggest highlights).

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The enduring popularity of Final Fantasy can be attributed to various factors, but one element continues to steal the hearts of fans — excellent soundtracks. For franchise veterans, the Distant Worlds live orchestra serves as an annual celebration of its musical legacy, and the tradition isn’t going away anytime soon.

This time, the focus is on Final Fantasy XIV and FFXIV, the latest numbered mainline entry that was noticeably missing from last year’s setlist, with the rest of the series also getting its fair share of attention. In Singapore, Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy XIV and XVI will take over the Star Theatre on 24 October 2025 at 7:30 pm, promising two hours of recollecting memories for one night only.

Leading the orchestra is Arnie Roth, conductor of past Distant Worlds performances, alongside Amanda Achen, the original vocalist for both titles. In addition to fan-favourite classics from Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Masayoshi Soken, and Yoko Shimomura, as well as other composers throughout the games, attendees can expect an HD video created by Square Enix specially for the concert, too.

Ticket prices start at S$58, with VIP seating available for S$298, but Geek Culture readers can enjoy an EXCLUSIVE 25% OFF on all tickets when they make their purchases through this discount link.

Courtesy of organiser Willow Arts, 10 pairs of Cat 2 tickets (worth S$178 per ticket) and 10 pairs of Cat 3 tickets (worth S$158 per ticket) will also be given away, so 20 lucky fans can indulge in the experience with another friend.

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Date: 24 October 2025, Friday
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Location: The Star Theatre, The Star Performing Arts Centre
Runtime: Approximately 120 minutes, with a 20-minute interval

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Spotify is adding a new way for listeners to connect without leaving the platform. The streaming giant has announced the launch of Messages, a direct messaging tool that lets users share music, podcasts, and audiobooks straight through the app. The feature begins rolling out this week in “select markets,” and will be accessible on mobile to both Free and Premium subscribers aged 16 and above.

According to the music streaming service, Sharing works directly from the Now Playing screen. By tapping the share icon, listeners can send a track, podcast, or audiobook to friends within Spotify. Eligible recipients include people on the same Spotify plan, as well as users connected through Jams, Blends, or Collaborative Playlists. Once sent, all exchanges appear in the new Messages inbox, located under the profile picture in the top-left corner of the app. This hub allows users to revisit content recommendations without having to dig through texts or third-party apps.

The system is designed to simplify the recommendation process, which Spotify notes already happens across multiple platforms. Messages support 1:1 conversations, text replies, and emoji reactions, with all exchanges protected by “industry-standard encryption” to keep chats secure.

User safety tools are also built in. Message requests can be accepted or rejected, and anyone can be blocked or reported. Content moderation will extend further, with Spotify confirming it will “proactively scan Messages for certain unlawful and harmful content” and manually review flagged reports. To make reporting simple, users can hold down on any message to flag problematic accounts or material.

At launch, it remains uncertain whether artists will be able to interact with fans using Messages. For now, Spotify emphasises that the feature is not meant to replace existing communication channels, but rather to complement them. As explained, Messages was designed to “complement” sharing via Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, Snapchat, and TikTok, acknowledging that users already recommend music and podcasts through those platforms.

The arrival of direct messaging marks a notable step in Spotify’s evolution beyond streaming. By giving even free users access to this social layer, the company may be setting the groundwork for richer person-to-person interaction in the future.

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Yip, yip! In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Avatar: The Last Airbender is set to return as a reimagined concert tour, following in the successful footsteps of its 2024 and 2025 run. The live orchestra performance will kick off on 1 September in Mexico City, before making its way around the globe, including Singapore.

While not listed on the official website, it will be held on 26 November 2025 at The Star Theatre, with tickets available for purchase now. The one-day event clocks a 145-minute runtime across two acts, plus a 20-minute interval, accompanied by “a visual stunning project of the beloved series”.

“The concert will take fans on a journey through the legendary story they love, as it unfolds on a full-size cinema screen — from taiko drums and erhu to soaring strings and delicate woodwinds, the music comes alive alongside the adventures of Aang, Katara, Toph, Sokka, Zuko, and more, guided by the series’ incredible music composed by Emmy Award-winner Jeremy Zuckerman, with visual storytelling shaped in collaboration with original series editor Jeff Adams,” reads its description.

“The 20th anniversary tour isn’t just a replay. It’s a reimagined, recharged experience packed with newly expanded musical highlights and never-before-seen visual moments, created just for this tour.”

Per the website, these new content extends to “added depth to to beloved storylines (maybe even a little more Katara backstory) [and] extended musical cues (like a longer Agni Kai sequences)”. Fans in Singapore expect the following ticket prices for each category (excluding booking fee):

• Cat 1: $168 / S$133.40 (Senior Citizen/Student/Full Time National Servicemen)
• Cat 2: $148 / S$118.40
• Cat 3: $118 / S$94.90
• Cat 4: $88 / S$70.40
• Reserved View: $68

The enduring legacy of Avatar: The Last Airbender is a testament to its cultural popularity and impact. Running from 2005 to 2008, the original animated series by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko centres on Aang and his quest to master all four elements — water, earth, fire, and air — to fulfil his destiny as the Avatar and bring peace to the world by defeating the Fire Lord, the ruling supreme of the Fire Nation.

Since the finale, it continued for four seasons with 2012’s The Legend of Korra and received a string of comic books, prequel novels, and two live-action adaptations: M. Night Shyamalan’s widely-panned film, and an eight-episode outing on Netflix. Other notable upcoming projects include The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender, due out on 9 October 2026, the animated follow-up to Korra, Seven Havens, slated for release in 2027, and Season 2 of Netflix’s live-action adaptation.

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The Demon Slayer Corps will soon be back in action, and not just in theatrical form. Following the announcement of an August debut for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle animated movie, the popular anime series is set to honour its musical journey with a first-of-its-kind concert in Singapore.

Held on 18 October 2025 at Esplanade Theatre, the live event features a “stunning 18-piece orchestra while the unforgettable scenes are projected onto a full-size cinema screen”. It focuses on the soundtracks from the first season, otherwise known as the Unwavering Resolve Arc, with ticket sales beginning on 19 June at 11 am SGT.

The full list of prices is as follows:

• VIP Box: S$179
• Cat 1: S$153
• Cat 2: S$112
• Cat 3: S$92
• Cat 4 (Restricted View): S$71

Singapore marks the second Asia stop for Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba In Concert, following a two-day performance in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 20 and 21 September. Other tour locations include Montréal (10 August), Melbourne (24 October), Brisbane (26 October), Sydney (31 October), Düsseldorf (29 May 2026), and possibly more, according to the FAQ on the official website.

Based on Koyoharu Gotoge’s manga of the same name, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba follows Tanjiro Kamado, a boy whose family is killed by a demon, as he joins the Demon Slayer Corps to turn his younger sister Nezuko back into a human after she is transformed into a demon. The first season aired in 2019, followed by the Mugen Train (translated to Infinity Train in English) film in October 2020, as well as a separate Mugen Train Arc series and Entertainment District Arc that aired from 2021 through 2022.

A third season, the Swordsmith Village Arc, ran for 11 episodes in 2023, while another compilation film, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc was released in 2024. In the same year, a fourth season was aired, with the upcoming Infinity Castle feature serving as the first in a trilogy adapting the final arc of the manga. Local audiences will enjoy first dibs after Japan, joining Malaysia and Pakistan in the first wave of global rollouts on 14 August.

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Resting comes more easily to some than others, and Apple is looking to improve the experience in its own way. The tech giant has teamed up with Universal Music Group (UMG) to launch Sound Therapy, an “audio wellness” collection designed to help listeners enjoy clearer focus, deeper relaxation, and better sleep.

Available exclusively on Apple Music, it blends well-known songs with special sound waves that enhance daily routines “while retaining the artist’s original vision”. The selection is crafted based on audio science, or so the companies claim, and may include auditory beats or coloured noise, sound waves with varied intensity at different frequencies categorised by colours.

Users can expect popular tracks like Katy Perry’s “Double Rainbow”, Kacey Musgraves’ “Golden Hour,” Sam Smith’s “How Do You Sleep?”, Glass Animals’ “Heat Waves”, Lewis Capaldi’s “Someone You Loved,” and more, which are sorted into one of three categories: focus, relax, and sleep.

The full description for each is as follows:

• Maintain Focus: The Focus category is designed to support improved cognitive performance and concentration, tapping into the power of gamma auditory beats to help listeners get in the mindset to achieve optimum focus. White noise masks distracting sounds, aiming to help listeners stay in the moment.
• Time to Relax: Songs in the Relax category are made for letting go, blending and infusing in theta auditory beats to help achieve ultimate relaxation.
• Made for Sleep: The Sleep category is designed to encourage deeper sleep through an infusion of delta auditory beats or pink noise, which works similarly to white noise but uses natural sounds like rainfall and ocean waves.

Both Apple and UMG clarified that Sound Therapy is “designed to support a person’s overall well-being” but is “not intended to treat any medical condition.” It joins the recent addition of Apple Music Chill radio station that offers a “continuous flow of chill highlights across genres, interspersed with mindful moments meant to remind listeners to make the time to find centre and calm.”

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HoYoverse’s sci-fi RPG Honkai: Star Rail is gearing up for its second anniversary, and this year’s celebrations are going global. The 2nd Anniversary Concert, set to take place in Shanghai from 1 to 3 May, will culminate in a special global livestream on 3 May at 7pm local time (UTC+8), with venues ranging across major cities and trusted cinema partners. Trailblazers around the world are invited to join in, with HoYoverse rolling out a slate of regional big-screen screenings with cinema partners across Southeast Asia to bring the concert atmosphere beyond China.

HoYoverse confirmed that ticket sales for the Southeast Asia Special Screening of the Honkai: Star Rail 2nd Anniversary Concert are officially open today, giving regional fans a communal, cinematic way to enjoy the music, moments, and memories of Honkai: Star Rail’s milestone celebration. Indonesia’s ticket sales are set to begin slightly later, starting 17 April at 11am (UTC+7).

Each location offers standard and special ticketing tiers, with the latter typically including perks such as exclusive merchandise or enhanced seating options. Fans can expect a curated concert experience, blending the in-game universe with a full orchestral performance and thematic visuals that nod to key story arcs and characters.

The full Honkai: Star Rail 2nd Anniversary Concert details are as follows:

Singapore

• Ticket website
• Cinema: Shaw Theatres
• Ticket price:
  • Standard – S$24
  • Special – S$58

Thailand

• Ticket website
• Cities: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Korat
• Cinema: Major Cineplex
• Ticket price:  
  • Standard – ฿480
  • Special – ฿1600

Indonesia

• Ticket website
• Cities: Jakarta, Surabaya, Yogyakarta
• Cinema: CGV Cinema
• Ticket price:  
  • Standard – Rp 169.000
  • Special – Rp 669.000

Vietnam

• Ticket website (Ho Chi Minh | Hanoi)
• Cities: Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi
• Cinema: Lotte Cinema
• Ticket price:  
  • Standard – 250,000 VND
  • Special – 1,000,000 VND

Malaysia

• Ticket website
• City: Kuala Lumpur
• Cinema: TGV
• Ticket price:  
  • Standard – RM45
  • Special – RM190

Philippines

• Ticket website (Whitespace | MOA | CEBU)
• City: Manila
• Cinema: TGV
• Ticket price:  
  • Standard – ₱950
  • Special – ₱2490

More Anniversary details can be found on the Honkai: Star Rail website.

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The enduring charm of Studio Ghibli films lies in many areas, from handcrafted animation and the nuanced exploration of real-world themes to a memorable score. Following a six-month exhibition at the ArtScience Museum, fans in Singapore can relive their magical experience yet again – this time in pure musical form.

Taking place on 11 June 2025, 8pm SGT (Singapore Time) at the Star Theatre, The Music of Studio Ghibli – Original Singers Symphony will mark the country’s first live showing by original cast members who have lent their voices to the soundtracks of some of the studio’s beloved titles. The list includes:

• Yoshikazu Mera – Acclaimed countertenor known for performing the theme from Princess Mononoke.
• Sumi Shimamoto – Celebrated singer and voice actress best known for her roles in Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, My Neighbor Totoro, The Castle of Cagliostro, and more.
• Azumi Inoue – Renowned for her gentle, timeless vocals featured in Laputa: Castle in the Sky and My Neighbor Totoro.
• Yuyu – Rising singer and daughter of Azumi Inoue, who debuted on NHK’s Minna no Uta in 2012 and continues to charm audiences with her fresh interpretations.

Additionally, the concert is backed by the 17-member Tokyo Asia Orchestra, led by distinguished violinist and concertmaster Takeshi Hashima. Attendees can expect melodies from fan-favourite classics like Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, My Neighbor Totoro, Laputa: Castle in the Sky, and Princess Mononoke, performed by the original vocalists who brought them to life.

The Music of Studio Ghibli – Original Singers Symphony is a one-day affair set for 11 June in Singapore, with tickets going on sale soon. Pricing details will be listed at a later time on the official SOZO website.

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After a decades-long musical career in the video game industry, legendary composer and Japanese pianist Yoko Shimomura is set to be the next recipient of the BAFTA Fellowship for lifetime achievement.

The arts charity’s most prestigious honour will be presented on 8 April 2025, recognising her efforts in creating various era-defining soundtracks, including the Kingdom Hearts series, Final Fantasy XV, Mario & Luigi, Xenoblade Chronicles, Streets of Rage, the Mana series, Super Mario RPG, Live A Live, Radiant Historia, Parasite Eve, Breather of Fire, and Street Fighter II.

“I am who I am today thanks to all the people who have supported me, allowing me to continue being involved with the music that I love and discovering the medium of games where that music can flourish,” said Shimomura, now a freelance composer after previous stints with Capcom, Square Enix, and other companies.

The musician’s well-earned accolade is particularly significant, representing a rare break in a mould traditionally dominated by men — a feat BAFTA CEO Jane Millichip highlighted in a statement:

“A pioneer of video game music, pianist and composer, Yoko has created unforgettable soundtracks for so many beloved games and paved the way for women in the industry at a time when it was overwhelmingly male-dominated. Her groundbreaking work has already inspired countless artists and will continue to resonate for generations.”

Shimomura joins fellow industry veterans Shuhei Yoshida, former president of Sony Interactive Entertainment, Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima, and Shigeru Miyamoto, of Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda fame, on the BAFTA Fellowship list, which recognises those who have made an outstanding and exceptional contribution to film, games or television. Other notable names include Warwick Davis, Judi Dench, Vanessa Redgrave, Martin Scorsese, John Carmack, Peter Molyneux, Thelma Schoonmaker, and more.

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A new queen may be coming to Narnia, and she’s bringing a BRAT-era attitude with her. Charli XCX, fresh off a four-win sweep at the BRIT Awards and a headline slot at Glastonbury, is reportedly in talks to join Greta Gerwig’s upcoming adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia, according to Deadline. The pop star is being considered for a major role in the Netflix film, with sources suggesting she could be stepping into the shoes of one of the franchise’s most iconic villains — Jadis, the White Witch.

Tilda Swinton last played the icy antagonist in 2005’s The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, making the character a defining presence in the modern cinematic adaptations of C.S. Lewis’ classic books. Jadis is the force responsible for cursing Narnia with an endless winter, and her commanding presence makes her one of the most memorable figures in the series. Given Charli XCX’s bold stage persona and larger-than-life presence, the casting choice could inject an unexpected dynamic into Gerwig’s version of the fantasy epic.

Her potential involvement in Narnia adds another major title to an already packed slate of acting projects. The singer-songwriter has been making a notable transition to the screen, recently wrapping roles in Cathy Yan’s The Gallerist, Romain Gavras’ Sacrifice, and Gregg Araki’s I Want Your Sex. She is also starring in The Moment, an A24 film based on her own original idea, which has just entered production under director Aidan Zamiri. With upcoming collaborations alongside industry heavyweights like Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Evans, Jenna Ortega, and Catherine Zeta-Jones, her pivot into film is moving quickly, and Narnia would mark her highest-profile role yet.

Netflix has been working to bring The Chronicles of Narnia back to screens since securing the rights in 2018. After years of stalled progress, the project gained momentum in 2023 when Gerwig was announced as the writer and director of at least two films in the rebooted franchise. While it remains unclear which books will be adapted first, the rumoured inclusion of Jadis suggests that The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe or The Magician’s Nephew will be the starting point. Given Gerwig’s past success with Barbie and Little Women, anticipation is high for her take on the beloved fantasy world.

Netflix, known for its streaming-first approach, has agreed to an extended theatrical release for Narnia after Gerwig pushed for a large-scale rollout. The film is expected to premiere on IMAX screens worldwide on Thanksgiving Day 2026 before arriving on the platform that Christmas. If the casting rumours hold true, Narnia may soon have a new ruler.

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Marvel fans, assemble! The Marvel Studios’ Infinity Saga Concert Experience is landing in Singapore for one night only, bringing 23 legendary films to life through the power of a live orchestra. On 7 March 2025, The Star Theatre will transform into a symphonic battleground where Earth’s mightiest heroes rise, fall, and fight their way through the defining moments of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. From the origins of Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor, to the formation of the Avengers, and the emergence of new heroes like Black Panther, Doctor Strange, and Captain Marvel, the Infinity Saga is packed with unforgettable moments.

But nothing compares to reliving these cinematic milestones surrounded by fellow Marvel fans, energy buzzing through the venue as familiar melodies swell through the theatre. The stakes build as the night reaches its climax, leading to the Infinity Saga’s final battles, where every heroic sacrifice and triumphant moment is elevated by the sheer power of live orchestration. As Thanos looms, heroes unite, and portals open once more, the crowd will feel every note, every beat, and every heart-stopping moment like never before.

Tickets start at S$48, with premium seating available at S$168 for those who want the best views. For those looking to catch this event at a special discount, Geek Culture readers can enjoy an EXCLUSIVE 30% OFF for all tickets by using this link to purchase tickets.

We’re also giving away 5 pairs of Cat 2 tickets (worth S$148 each) to this special concert experience, so you and a friend can join in on the musical fun!

MARVEL STUDIOS’ INFINITY SAGA CONCERT EXPERIENCE DETAILS

Date: 7 March 2025, Friday
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: The Star Theatre, The Star Performing Arts Centre
Runtime: Approximately 140 minutes, with a 20 minutes interval

Marvel Studios’ Infinity Saga Concert Experience lands in Singapore on 7 March at 7.30pm, for one night only.

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It’s surreal to think about how far Stardew Valley has come, but here we are. As the farming sim darling continues to thrive with major content updates, its beloved music is gearing up for a return to concert halls around the world on its second international tour – and Singapore is on the list yet again.

Titled Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons, the 35-piece orchestra comes after the huge success of its first concert tour, Festival of Seasons, kicking off first in developer ConcernedApe’s hometown on 30 August 2025. It will end in Hawaii on 21 March 2026 after visiting 18 countries, with Singapore listed as the first stop for the Asia leg (28 September 2025).

Concert-goers can look forward to new musical arrangements, accompanied by a screen above the stage featuring gameplay footage, alongside original content created exclusively for the concert under the supervision of ConcernedApe. The live performance also includes soundtracks from some of the game’s most iconic locations, including Pelican Town, the Skull Cavern, Ginger Island, Calico Desert, the Submarine, the Wizard’s Tower, and more.

Tickets for Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons will go on presale on 25 November at 9am local time in most territories. Fans can sign up to the newsletter on the official event page to receive the pre-sale access code, with more information on pre-sale and on-sale times for each date available on the website.

The full list of concert dates is as follows:

• U.S. & Mexico
  • 30 to 31 Aug: Seattle, WA
  • 6 Sept: Portland, OR
  • 12 Sept: San Jose, CA
  • 13 Sept: Denver, CO
  • 14 Sept: Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 Sept: Omaha, NE
  • 20 Sept: Dallas, TX
  • 21 Sept: Austin, TX
  • 25 Sept: Macon, GA
  • 27 Sept: Orlando, FL
  • 28 Sept: Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 Oct: Reading, PA
  • 2 Oct: Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 Oct: Washington DC
  • 4 Oct: Newark, NJ
  • 5 Oct: Boston, MA
  • 10 Oct: Milwaukee, WI
  • 11 Oct: Chicago, IL
  • 12 Oct: Cleveland, OH
  • 15 Oct: Detroit, MI
  • 17 Oct: Durham, NC
  • 18 Oct: St. Louis, MO
  • 19 Oct: Indianapolis, IN
  • 23 Oct: Knoxville, TN
  • 25 Oct: Minneapolis, MN
  • 26 Oct Louisville, KY
  • 29 Oct: Richmond, VA
  • 30 Oct: Albany, NY
  • 1 Nov: Mesa, AZ
  • 2 Nov: Houston, TX and Kansas City, MO
  • 7 Nov: New Orleans, LA
  • 8 Nov: Tampa, FL
  • 9 Nov: Jacksonville, FL
  • 31 Jan 2026: Mexico City, Mexico
  • 21 March 2026: Honolulu, HI
• Canada
  • 5 Sep: Calgary, AB
  • 9 Sep: Vancouver, BC
  • 11 Oct: Toronto, ON
  • 12 Oct: Montreal, QC
  • 18 Oct: Ottawa, ON
• Oceania
  • 22 Oct: Christchurch, New Zealand
  • 24 Oct: Wellington, New Zealand
  • 25 Oct: Auckland, New Zealand
  • 1 Nov: Brisbane, Australia
  • 3 Nov: Perth, Australia
  • 5 Nov: Adelaide, Australia
  • 14 Nov: Melbourne, Australia
  • 15 Nov: Sydney, Australia
• Europe
  • 25 Jan 2026: Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • 27 Jan: Antwerp, Belgium
  • 28 Jan: Hamburg, Germany
  • 30 Jan: Linz, Austria
  • 31 Jan: Zurich, Switzerland
  • 2 Feb: Munich, Germany
  • 3 Feb: Berlin, Germany
  • 5 Feb: Paris, France
  • 6 Feb: Dusseldorf, Germany
  • 10 Feb: Glasglow, Scotland
  • 12 Feb: Manchester, England
  • 14 Feb: London, England
  • 8 March: Dublin, Ireland
• Asia
  • 28 Sep: Singapore, Singapore
  • 15 Nov: Bangkok, Thailand
  • 20 Dec: Seoul, South Korea
  • TBA: Shanghai, China

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