Eurasian Association (EA) in Singapore promotes and performs traditional and contemporary dance forms.

The Eurasian Association (EA) in Singapore is a community group dedicated to promoting and performing traditional and contemporary dance forms. The association continues to promote and perform the Jinkli Nona, a dance commonly associated with the Branyo, at various events. The dance scene in Singapore has a rich history, dating back to the early 20th century when various dance forms were introduced from different parts of the world. The history of dance in Singapore can be traced back to the early 20th century when various dance forms were introduced from different parts of the world. Post-colonial Singapore marked a period of discovery of its local arts where there was a consistent struggle between the rejection and acceptance of western dance influences, and the re-emphasis of ethnic cultures from time to time. The early years of Singapore's dance scene was largely dominated by ethnic dances as immigrants brought along these traditional art forms over from their homelands, namely Malay, Chinese, Indian and Eurasian. As the arts and education scene in Singapore developed through the years, the dance scene also grew into a vibrant mix of both traditional and modern dance forms. While the Singapore identity through dance is a challenging one, pioneering figures of dance have spearheaded and contributed greatly to the evolution of Singapore's dance scene such as Goh Lay Kuan, Som Said, Kuik Swee Boon and Santha Bhaskar. The history of ballet in Singapore is a relatively short one. From the early years of rejection of western influences, developments in ballet began to grow with the establishment of ballet schools and academy in the late 1900s. These schools trained the pioneering batch of ballet dancers in Singapore, including Goh Soo Khim, who became the first Singaporean ballerina to enrol in the Australian Ballet School (ABS). As ballet flourished and grew, the government also began to embrace western performing arts in a big way as seen from the establishment of professional ballet companies, namely the Singapore Ballet Academy (SBA) in 1958, and the founding of Singapore Dance Theatre in 1987. Singapore Dance Theatre (SDT) was Singapore's first professional dance company. It was founded by Goh Soo Khim and Anthony Then, whom began recruiting potential dancers for the company. In its early beginnings, both Goh and Then had a shared vision for the dance scene in Singapore to nurture a group of dancers who were committed to a career in dance. SDT had its humble beginnings in a shared space with SBA before moving to their own studio in 1991. The company put up its first full-length classical ballet performance in 1992 with The Nutcracker. Currently, SDT's repertoire comprises both classical ballet and contemporary ballet works. It has also been renamed as Singapore Ballet in recent years, with hopes and confidence in the identity of their company, while remaining an ambassador for dance and ballet in Singapore. Contemporary dance in Singapore has evolved significantly since the 1990s, blending Western techniques with Asian traditions and local cultural influences. The genre emphasises expressive movement and often explores themes relevant to modern society. The development of contemporary dance in Singapore has been supported by arts education institutions and government initiatives aimed at fostering a vibrant arts scene. Several contemporary dance companies have been instrumental in shaping the landscape: T.H.E Dance Company (The Human Expression Dance Company): Founded in 2008 by Kuik Swee Boon, T.H.E is known for its unique HollowBody methodology, focusing on instinctive and humanistic expression. T.H.E has performed at numerous prestigious festivals, including the Singapore Arts Festival, Esplanade’s da:ns festival, SIDance Festival in South Korea, Yokohama Dance Collection in Japan, Les Hivernales Festival in France, and Oriente Occidente Festival in Italy. The company organises the annual cont·act Contemporary Dance Festival, Singapore’s first annual contemporary dance festival, serving as a platform for local and international artists to showcase their work and engage with the community through performances, workshops, and masterclasses. Frontier Danceland: Established in 1991 by Low Mei Yoke and Tan Chong Poh, Frontier Danceland was a full-time professional contemporary dance company that presented works by both local and international choreographers. In March 2023, the company announced it would transition from being a full-time company to a project-based one, marking the end of its full-time operations. RAW Moves: Founded in 2011 by Ricky Sim, RAW Moves is a contemporary dance company that focuses its establishment, connection, and direction of work with the spirit of inquiry. The company emphasises experimental and cross-disciplinary works, aiming to redefine movement and engage with the community through innovative performances. Street dance in Singapore gained popularity in the 2000s and have received more attention in recent years. One of the most famous street dance event in Singapore is Radikal Forze Jam which is typically held over three days and consists of dance workshops, masterclasses, and competitions to promote and educate the public about hip-hop and street dance. In 2022, Sport Singapore will also be launching a structured dance programme for youths in collaboration with Recognize Studios to provide more opportunities to youths given the rising demand for dance classes.