Special
Mid-Week Programs


ACA 2008
Wednesday
February 27th





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Wednesday has been left free so that participants may take part in the exciting array of additional workshops/tours/experiences we have planned. These programs include:

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HOW TO MAKE AN AWARD-WINNING FILM -- A Narrative, a Screening, an Experience. Let the Emmy Award Winner Amber Edwards share her film and her experience of making it with you. Pick up valuable tips and gain special insights into the making of a documentary feature. Amber's film George Segal has won numerous awards and is now fast becoming a "classic" of the American art/culture industry.

A 3-Hr Session: 9:30am-12:30pm or 3:00pm-6:00 pm (limit of 80 per session)
Fee: US$20 (includes tea/coffee)


EXPERIENCE INDIAN CLASSICAL DANCE -- From One of its Great Exponents, Nirmala. This award-winning artist will demonstrate the exquisite art of classical Indian dancing and link the dance form/art to Hindu traditions and philosophy.

A 3-Hr Workshop/Demo: 9:30am-12:30pm or 3:00pm-6:00 pm (limit of 30 per session)
Fee: US$30 (includes tea/coffee)


"MINI" INDIAN CULTURAL EXPERIENCE. Begin your evening with a feast of Indian food varieties (vegetarian and non-vegetarian). Then adjourn to one of Singapore's best-known Indian nightspots and be entertained by the Bhangra Dance with its rhythmic vibrations and sheer energy. Relax with a drink and small-eats as beautiful dancers entertain you with scintillating moves and let your ears enjoy the haunting music from the land that retains its mystery!

An Evening Experience: 8:00pm-??? (limit of 100)
Fee: US$30 (includes dinner, 1 free house-pour, and small-eats)


LEARN FROM THE MASTER -- Justin Scott, world-famous novelist and creator of the inimitable detective Ben Abbott. Let Justin show you how to work on a "thriller." Create fiction that works!

A 6-hr Workshop: 10:00am-4:00pm (limit of 40 participants)
Fee: US$40 (includes lunch)


MUSIC FROM ANOTHER TIME -- A "Master Class" by Electric Diamond, one of today's most sizzling and sensational rock ensembles. Presenting live electronic classical music in an entirely new way, Variety Magazine calls Electric Diamond's performance a "wonderful trip into the asteroids." Listen and experience the sheer joy of "music of another time" as demonstrated by two of the ensemble's master musicians, Stuart Diamond & Don Slepian.

A 3-Hr Session: 9:30am-12:30pm or 3:00pm-6:00 pm (limit of 40 per session)
Fee: US$40 (includes tea/coffee)


MAKING CREATIVITY CONCRETE -- A "Master-Class" by Ralph Kerle. Discover how to channel your creativity into forms not commonly known -- An exciting journey for the curious-minded wanting to explore the byways of creative articulation.

A 3-Hr Session: 9:00am-12:00pm or 3:00pm-6:00 pm (limit of 40 per session)
Fee: US$40 (includes tea/coffee)


VARIETIES OF RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE. Visit some of Singapore's famous places of worship; see and experience the living reality of religious practice. Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism, Islam--all come alive as you visit the churches, temples, mosques--places vital with the vibrancy of religious enchantment. Our tour will begin with a talk on multi-religious Singapore and then explore its rich diversity of religion.

A 9-Hr Tour: 9:00am-6:00pm (limit of 40)
Fee: US$40 (includes lunch)


SENTOSA -- The Island of Multi-Sensory Delights. Experience the many attractions of one of Singapore's best-known tourist destinations. A breath-taking cable-car ride, Waterworld, & the Dolphin Lagoon are just some of the fascinating sights Sentosa has to offer.

A 9-Hr Experience: 9:00am-6:00pm (limit of 40)
Fee: US$40 (includes lunch)


JOURNEY INTO WISDOM. Come and experience this rare opportunity to understand and feel what "wisdom" is. Conducted by one of the most sought-after "gurus" of contemporary Indian philosophy, this is going to be a most engaging and memorable hands-on experience. Pavan Chaudhary is regarded as one of today's most awe-inspiring authors, full of vitality and profound insights. His best-selling book, When You are Sinking Become a Submarine, presents a whole new way of looking at oneself and transforming one's negatives into positives -- a whole new way of living!

A 6-Hr Workshop: 10:00am-4:00pm (limit of 60)
Fee: US$40 (includes lunch)


MALACCA -- a True Historical Delight. Just about 3 hrs away from Singapore is the ancient city of Malacca, governed at different times by such diverse cultures as native, Portuguese, Dutch, British, and now Malaysian. Visit this enchanting city and experience the lure of Malacca -- where different worlds come together. The tour will leave in the morning and return early evening. Along the way there will be opportunities to experience Malaysian rural/folk living and food.

A 10-Hr Tour: 8:00am-6:00pm (limit of 40)
Fee: US$60 (includes "traditional" sit-down lunch)


CREATIVITY EXPLORED & EXPERIENCED. Allow two of the world's foremost authorities on creativity guide you to a deeper understanding and experience of the creative self. Alajendro Fogel & Shelley Berc lead an exciting experiential workshop!

A 6-hr Workshop: 10:00am-4:00pm (limit of 40 participants)
Fee: US$60 (includes lunch)


BATAM -- Gateway to Indonesia. Just about an hour away from Singapore lies the inviting island of Batam, one of Indonesia's 7000+ islands with rural/peasant landscapes and charm. Enjoy the sumptuous food and bring back some really gorgeous souvenirs. The ferry ride is beautifully engaging as it moves from the calm waters of Singapore to the exciting waves of International Sea!

A 9-Hr Tour: 9:00am-6:00pm (limit of 40)
Fee: US$80 (includes lunch)


Please note that space is limited for these programs -- you will want to act fast to reserve your place.

QUESTIONS: Contact us at info@amcreativityassoc.org

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