Esplanade - the Theatres on the Bay is one of Singapore's state icon. Adjacent to the Merlion statue in Merlion Park. Esplanade, Theatres on the Bay is one of the world's busiest arts center, officially opened on October 12, 2002.Esplanade aims to be a performing arts center for all people, and its programs reach out to a wide variety of audiences. Composition of the program covers all genres, including music, dance, theater and visual arts, with special focus on Asian cultures.
Today, the twin icons of architecture with this unique frame located within Singapore's government district, right on the edge of the Marina Bay at the mouth of the Singapore River. The Esplanade consists of two large rooms: a theater with 2,000 seats and Concert Hall with 1600 seats, and equipped with both a smaller studio, an outdoor theater as well as a shopping malls. Two dome that became the location of Theatre and Concert Hall, designed with glass material, to make an impression. In order to stay cool arts center in tropical temperatures, retaining more than 7,000 pieces of aluminum together with the sun order cover-plated double glazing installed in order to support the steel to form the center of the cover art makes this a stunning architectural icon, in front of Singapore's city skyline. Thorn-shaped lid that eventually became the popular nickname based on the local community's favorite fruit, Durian.
Esplanade Outdoor Theatre, directly overlooking the Marina Bay and has a length of about 300m, this outdoor theater has a seating capacity of approximately 450 to 600 (standing) people. This place is often used as the venue from different schools of music to dance and theater arts as well that we can watch the sea while enjoying a refreshing atmosphere and stunning scenery.
Important Information
Opening hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 to 20:00 hours, Saturday 11:00 to 20:00
Cost: Entrance is free, except for special events.
Superior features: Entrance is free, friendly for families, access for disabled people.
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