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Saturday, July 26

Voices & Vision #2 - The Power of Patronage

ALL AGES

Speakers: Usha Chandradas (Moderator), Mae Anderson, T. Sasitharan (Sasi) and Prof Ho Puay Peng.

By The Culture Story

Date and time

Saturday, July 26 · 4 - 5:30pm GMT+8. Doors at 3:30pm

Location

ArtSpace @ HeluTrans

39 Keppel Road #01-05 Singapore, Singapore 089065 Singapore

Agenda

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Welcome Address by Family Office for Art and Mastercard

2:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Opening Note by Prof Tan Tai Yong

Prof Tan Tai Yong

The symposium kicks off with Prof Tan Tai Yong, President of SUSS and respected historian, who will share his thoughts on the history of nation-building in Singapore.

2:15 PM - 3:30 PM

Panel #1 - Proof of Concept: The Artist's Role in a New Nation

Paul Tan (Moderator)

Adeline Chia

Dr Seng Yu Jin

The formation of a new nation is more than a political or economic endeavor—it is a cultural birth. In such formative times, artists play a critical role, acting as both mirrors and architects of col...

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Panel #2 - The Power of Patronage: Shaping Art, Culture, and Lasting Legacies

Usha Chandradas (Moderator)

Mae Anderson

T. Sasitharan (Sasi)

Prof Ho Puay Peng

Throughout history, the development of art and culture has often depended not only on talent and inspiration, but also on financial and institutional support. Patronage—the backing of artists by indi...

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
ALL AGES
Paid venue parking

Voices & Vision – Art Thought Leadership Symposium

Presented by Mastercard

Sat and Sun, 26 – 27 July 2025, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Voices & Vision is a 2-day art thought leadership programme on the occasion of AP60 that creates a space for meaningful exchange and deeper engagement with real-world issues. Join us in shaping the dialogue on our shared past, present, and future.

Panel #2 - The Power of Patronage: Shaping Art, Culture, and Lasting Legacies

Sat, 26 July, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Throughout history, the development of art and culture has often depended not only on talent and inspiration, but also on financial and institutional support. Patronage—the backing of artists by individuals, institutions, or governments—has been a powerful force in shaping artistic movements, cultural identity, and legacies.

This panel explores how patronage has functioned as both a catalyst and a curator of creativity, influencing what is made and how it is valued, what is remembered, celebrated and preserved. Patronage has always shaped the cultural landscape—and understanding patronage is crucial to help us shape a more equitable and inclusive future.

Speakers:

Usha Chandradas (Moderator) | Consultant, Withers KhattarWong, Co-founder of Plural Art Mag and former Arts NMP
Mae Anderson |Chairman of ArtOutreach and Head of Philanthropy Services (Asia) at BNP Paribas Wealth Management
T. Sasitharan (Sasi) | Co-founder and Director of Intercultural Theatre Institute (ITI)
Prof Ho Puay Peng | Project Lead, Shaw Heritage research and interpretation project

This ticket only allows entry to Panel #2 The Power of Patronage: Shaping Art, Culture, and Lasting Legacies.

Explore the various discussions within Voices & Vision by clicking the links below. This is one of four panel discussions.

Proof of Concept: The Artist's Role in a New Nation
The Power of Patronage: Shaping Art, Culture, and Lasting Legacies
Changing Skylines: Evolving Practices in Urban Planning and Cultural Stewardship
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