Singapore Dance Theatre

Top choice in Little India & Kampong Glam


This is the headquarters of Singapore's premier dance company, which keeps fans swooning with its repertoire of classic ballets and contemporary works, many of which are performed at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay. The true highlight is the group's Ballet under the Stars season at Fort Canning Park, which usually runs midyear. See the website for program details.


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