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SPIRIT OF THE CITY 城市精神

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Kennie Ting

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It’s been some time since I posted on DREAM OF THE CITY. The main reason for this was a sudden urge to get back to my novel. After a first round of rejections by literary agents, and some very useful … Continue reading →

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IMPACT | RELEVANCE and the Importance of Having a (Strong) Personal Compass

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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Not long after I stepped down from the museum last year, I was invited by SAYA, for an interview on their new podcast, SELF, MADE. Initially reluctant, I gave in. It turned out to be a joyful and transformative experience. … Continue reading →

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…The Show Must Go On

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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My professional career began onstage with the Singapore Armed Forces Music & Drama Company (SAF MDC), where I did my National Service. I was an artiste – I had to sing, dance and act. Our purpose at MDC was to … Continue reading →

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FUNDRAISING & HOSPITALITY, or Memories of Being in “High-End Geisha Mode”

Posted on August 20, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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The scene is set. I’m seated at the table, surrounded by eight guests whom we’re hoping will give generously. The main course is done. Plates have been cleared and desserts have yet to be served. The Museum’s indefatigable Head of … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Moving in Slow Motion

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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This past week, I succumbed to a spurt of anxious activity, only to be reminded that I should be taking it easy. The goal (of blogging and reflection) is to slake off old skin, so a new and refreshed ME … Continue reading →

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ORGANISATIONAL TRANSFORMATION, or a Healthy Preoccupation with #CATx+

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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When I took on my last job, I worried that I’d be pencilling myself into too narrow a niche. The reality of being a museum director is that you get to learn and apply all kinds of skillsets relevant across … Continue reading →

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Fearlessness, Or How To Stay Alive As Long And As Fabulously As I Can

Posted on July 12, 2022 by Kennie Ting

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Recently, a former colleague of mine passed away suddenly while in his prime. He was actually one of my predecessors and I always regarded him as a mentor, sorta kinda. Certainly, I learnt a lot from him and I respected … Continue reading →

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A Season of Anniversaries

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Kennie Ting

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Autumn is the season of anniversaries, and I’ve got a trio of them stacked up – well, technically, a quartet… Yes, I haven’t written anything here in six months. I’ve been busy – with a new book, a burgeoning relationship, … Continue reading →

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Nesting… or Twelfth Night at the Urban Farm

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Kennie Ting

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In the past, well… almost four months now, I’ve been spending a lot of time with birds. Specifically, ornamental chickens… Bantam Cochins, to be exact. Though also jumbo quail, fantailed pigeons and paradise whydahs. [The latter are a species of … Continue reading →

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FAITH BEAUTY LOVE HOPE – Bring On 2021!

Posted on January 3, 2021 by Kennie Ting

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Last week, in an unlikely, last-minute burst of productivity, we opened a new special exhibition at the ACM. It was an exhibition the likes of which was unprecedented. I must say I’ve been supremely pleased with it. The title of … Continue reading →

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