Aliwal Arts Centre opened its doors on 3rd June 2013. It is a multi-disciplinary arts centre with a strong focus on performing arts located at the former Chong Cheng and Chong Pun Schools at 28 Aliwal Street within the Kampong Glam conservation district. Offering a conducive environment to support the artistic development of eighteen (18) tenants both from contemporary and traditional arts groups, two (2) creative businesses, and two (2) F&B outlets, Aliwal Arts Centre draws influences from the rich cultural heritage in the area.
Within the building are seven (7) shared facilities for venue hire rental to the arts community including a performance space, multi-purpose rooms, music studios, storage rooms, and a shared office with seventeen (17) cubicles. These venues are in an environment of old school charm and within a cultural district which provide the perfect setting for inspiration and creative work.
Aliwal Arts Centre brings together the arts community, enthusiasts and the general public to explore and experience new frontiers in performing arts.
Aliwal Arts Centre is a multidisciplinary arts centre with a strong focus on performing arts located at the former Chong Cheng and Chong Pun Schools at 28 Aliwal Street within the Kampong Glam conservation district. It offers a conducive environment to support the artistic development of both contemporary and traditional arts groups, drawing inspiration from the rich cultural heritage in the area.
Directions by MRT:
Circle Line - Alight at Nicoll Highway MRT (CC5), cross over Nicoll HIghway and Beach Road via overhead bridge, cross over Jalan Sultan, turn right at Aliwal Street.
East West Line - Alight at Lavender MRT (EW11), Exit A, and board bus 107M at Kallang Road. Alight at Sultan Plaza, Jalan Sultan, 2 stops later. Cross over to Aliwal Street via shortcut between The Heritage Shop and The Sultan Hotel
Directions by BUS:
From North Bridge Road - Bus numbers 7, 32, 51, 63, 80, 145, and 197.
From Victoria Street - Bus numbers 2, 7, 12, 32, 33, 51, 63, 80, 130, 133, 145, and 197.
From Beach Road - Bus numbers 10, 14, 16, 70, 100, 107, 196, and 401.