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Insights into Singapore's cultural policies and institutions.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the intricate relationship between the state and the arts in Singapore. With meticulous research and clear analysis, Terence Chong delves into the policies and institutions that shape the cultural landscape of Singapore. From funding strategies to censorship regulations, this book uncovers the complexities and nuances of Singapore's approach to the arts. Whether you are an artist, policymaker, or simply curious about the intersection of government and culture, this book offers invaluable insights and a comprehensive understanding of Singapore's unique arts ecosystem.

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ISBN: 9789813236882
Authors: Terence Chong
Date of Publication: 2018-10-09
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Art, Sociology, History, Politics
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This book covers Singapore's key arts policies and art institutions which have shaped the cultural landscape of the country from the 1950s to the present.The scholars and experts in this volume critically assess arts policies and arts institutions to collectively provide an overview of how arts and culture have been deployed by the state. The chapters are arranged chronologically to cover milestone events from the forging of 'Malayan culture'; the government's 'anti-yellow culture' campaign; the use of 'culture' for tourism; the setting up of the Advisory Council on Arts and Culture, the Renaissance City Report, the setting up of the School of the Arts, and others.Putting to rest the notion that Singapore is a 'cultural desert', this volume is valuable reading for students of cultural policy, policy makers who seek an understanding of Singapore's cultural trajectory, and for international readers interested in Singapore's arts and cultural policy. Undergraduate and graduate students and instructors of policy studies and culture in Singapore, policy makers, general readers interested in the arts in Singapore.
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Insights into Singapore's cultural policies and institutions.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the intricate relationship between the state and the arts in Singapore. With meticulous research and clear analysis, Terence Chong delves into the policies and institutions that shape the cultural landscape of Singapore. From funding strategies to censorship regulations, this book uncovers the complexities and nuances of Singapore's approach to the arts. Whether you are an artist, policymaker, or simply curious about the intersection of government and culture, this book offers invaluable insights and a comprehensive understanding of Singapore's unique arts ecosystem.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.