Esplanade - Theatres on
the Bay is one of the world's busiest arts centres, officially opened on
12 October 2002. This architectural icon with its distinctive twin
shells is sited within Singapore's civic district, just by Marina Bay at
the mouth of the Singapore River.
Esplanade aims to be a
performing arts centre for everyone, and its programmes cater to its
diverse audiences. Its programme line-up spans all genres to encompass
music, dance, theatre and visual arts, with a special focus on Asian
culture.
Esplanade houses
world-class performance spaces, supported by a comprehensive range of
professional support facilities and services. Its two main venues are
the 1,600-seat Concert Hall, with acoustics by Russell Johnson of ARTEC
Consultants, and the 2,000-seat theatre, an adaptation of traditional
European opera houses in horseshoe form.
In the past year, Esplanade has welcomed over seven million visitors and
hosted over 2,000 performances.
ESPLANADE MALL
The 9,800 sqm Esplanade
Mall offers an exciting mix of retail, lifestyle and entertainment
outlets over three levels. From show-related merchandise to flowers,
custom made hand lotions to home decorations and even guitar and violin
shops, the mall provides a unique shopping experience to complement your
visit to the arts centre.
What's more, patrons can
also enjoy a pre or post-performance dinner at one of the mall's premier
restaurants or specialty cafes. Wine and dine in style at the alfresco
Waterfront, tuck into local hawker favourites, coffee and cakes or
simply grab a quick drink and bite at the bars. Even if you're not
catching a performance, Esplanade Mall provides the perfect environment
for you to catch up with friends and family or just to chill out and
immerse yourself in the artistic ambience of one of the world's busiest
performing arts centres.