The Big Story: How tourist attractions are becoming the next big stage for Singapore’s buskers

The NAC announced a new pilot allowing licensed buskers to perform in pairs, alongside enhancements to the booking system and an expansion of busking locations across Singapore. These changes aim to boost creativity, increase accessibility, and strengthen the overall ecosystem for more than 500 performers. And with the new venues ranging from heartland hubs to Mandai Wildlife attractions, the busking landscape is undergoing one of its most significant shifts in recent years. On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks to Jonathan Goh, Co-Chairman, Buskers Association Singapore, to share how these developments are reshaping opportunities, challenges, and the future of busking in Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.