(照片中左著白色禮服者) http://www.938live.sg/News/Singapore/EDC091114-0000213/APEC_economies_leaders _and_delegates_treated_to_a_special_evening_thats_uniquely_Singapore APEC economies' leaders and delegates treated to a special evening thats uniquely Singapore 14 Nov 2009 APEC economies' leaders and delegates took time off from meetings to see what multi-cultural Singapore has to offer. Our news team takes a look at what they were treated to. It was an evening that showcased Singapore's creative talents and unique culture. Themed "Our World, One World", the Singapore Evening's key highlight was a half-hour musical and multimedia extravaganza. An important element in the show - water, as it connects the APEC economies. Singapore's vibrant multi-cultural heritage also came to life in a refreshing way. The show's creative director, Dick Lee, elaborates. "I want to show, portray our culture in kind of a true and new way which is to show our diverse culture that our multi-racial nation in a very contemporary setting." Lending their voices to the performance were homegrown talents like Taufik Batisah, Vanessa Fernandez, Julia Abueva and Hady Mirza. The other singers are Elemay Fernandez and Michaela Therese. Dancers from the People's Association and singers from Kids Performing also took part in the extravaganza. Hady on what he saw unique about the show. "Although the songs are all the same, but they are arranged in such a way that it shows the Malay side of the song and it goes the same for the Chinese which George is doing." Homegrown artist George Chan, who also sang, said the audience were kept at the edge of their seats. "It is just the pace of the show, it is very well put together, especially the pace of the show, quick pace of the show, it is almost like passing the baton from one to the next." The show built up to a colourful finale led by local songbird Kit Chan. APEC leaders also enjoyed a fusion of Western and local culinary delights at the waterfront area -- while delegates indulged in a buffet style dinner and learnt more about Singapore's multi-racial culture through activities at the various themed pavillions. Some 350 performers entertained the delegates with ethnic performances throughout the evening. This report was filed by Hetty Musfirah. --

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