SEASON 2018/19
COMPETITION
Competition arises naturally between living organisms. Co-
existing in the same surrounding, one needs to compete for
food, mates, prestige, economies as well as territory, and
importantly for a position within a group or social setting.
Such a competitive attitude has been colloquially termed
as being ‘Kiasu’ 怕输 or ‘Afraid to lose’ in our Singaporean
context.
For most, it is fashionable to have that ‘Kiasu’ drive –
whether as a form of self-evaluation or in comparison
with others. This competitive behaviour can serve one on
multiple levels depending on individual preferences and
situational relevance. At the same time, for some being
‘Kiasu’ seems to encourage an endless rat race. How useful
are these statements when observing expressions of
living? How can we find meaning behind these competitive
motivations and behaviour?
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
Research & Development promotes creative investigation
through a curated practice, with an emphasis on unveiling
creative processes and methodologies through archive and
performance.