Things to do in Singapore this weekend: Cool events and activities to include in your calendar

MUSIC | BlackKajiXtra x Nusasonic

A series conceived by The Observatory and Ujikaji Records, BlackKaji will be partnering with Nusasonic, an an initiative of Goethe-Institut Southeast Asia. The two-night event will feature talents such as Setabuhan and Gabber Modus Operandi from Indonesia, members from Horizon99, Amazon Sun, Rully Shabara and Cats on Crack.

ART | Space Oddities by The Substation

Using great philosophers such as Henri Lefebvre and Homi Bhabha as points of departure, artists Zhiya Cao and Divaagar will be exploring the complexities of spaces that have been occupied by subcultures and minority communities as part of The Substation's A Public Square programme.

MUSIC | Choice Cuts Unplugged

Catch Dru Chen, Shak and thecolorfractal this Friday at Choice Cuts Goods + Coffee for an evening set of stripped-down and unplugged music that'll span the genres of Bossa nova to indie-funk.

THEATRE | Poetry Festival Singapore

This year's Poetry Festival revolves around the theme of "Metamorphosis". Attend shows and workshops such as 'PALINDROMES: A Poetic Play With Music' by writer and performer Giovanni Ortega, or rejuvenate your soul at Vicky Chong's workshop on yoga and poetry.

FILM | The Lion King

The long-awaited live-action remake of Disney's The Lion King finally hits Singapore's silver screens this week. Despite an A-list cast that includes Donald Glover, Beyoncé and Seth Rogen, early reviews haven't been so kind so far. Check it out for the spectacle regardless.