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Is there a nursing room at Esplanade? Is photography allowed? Here’s our answers to a list of frequently asked questions.
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Is there a nursing room at Esplanade? Is photography allowed? Here’s our answers to a list of frequently asked questions.
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Retail Space Rental
THEATRE
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THEATRE
Esplanade's 2,000-seat Theatre is an adaptation of the traditional horseshoe form of European opera houses, which provides an intimate setting between the audience and the artists on stage. Spread over four levels, it houses Singapore's largest stage, and is designed for the presentation of Asian and Western performing arts as well as advanced multi-media performances. The Theatre's feature include an adjustable proscenium arch, two other full-sized ancillary stages which facilitate swift scene changes, a 30m high fly tower, and an adjustable orchestra pit that can hold up to 100 musicians.
Seating Capacity
Total capacity of the house 1942 seats
Uses
- Dance and Musical Performances
- Operas
- Dramas
CONCERT HALL
Esplanade's crown jewel is its 1,600-seat Concert Hall, which boasts superb acoustics by the late world-renowned acoustician Russell Johnson of Artec Consultants Inc, USA. There are only five such halls in the world with similar state-of-the-art acoustics. These features include reverberation chambers and an acoustic canopy which adapts the hall for different musical performances, producing optimum sound at every concert.
Seating capacity
Total capacity of the house 1614 seats
Total capacity including audience seating 1811 seats
In choir stalls
Uses
- Orchestral and Choral Concerts
- Solo Performances
- Corporate Seminars / Conferences
- Award Ceremonies
RECITAL STUDIO
The fan-shaped Recital Studio is the ideal setting for performances from chamber music and solo recitals, cabarets and jazz concerts. In addition to its timber flooring, the studio's wall and ceiling finishes are specially designed to ensure superb acoustics.
Seating Capacity
Total capacity of the house 245 seats
(On retractable bleachers and flat floor)
Uses
- Chamber Music and Solo Recitals
- Seminars / Conferences
- Product Launches
- Press Conferences
- Film Screenings
THEATRE STUDIO
The Theatre Studio is an intimate setting for experimental theatre and dance presentations. The performance space is highly flexible, offering various configurations with retractable seating, and can take up to 220 people. Equipped with highly adaptable staging, lighting and sound systems, it is able to accommodate different staging demands. The studio is also similar in size to the Theatre's main stage, allowing full rehearsal opportunities for major productions.
Seating Capacity
Standard seating configuration & capacity End Stage 220 seats
Possible seating configuration& capacity
Thrust stage / Transverse / In-the-round 160 seats
FORECOURT
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OUTDOOR THEATRE
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ROOF TERRACE
Esplanade Roof Terrace offers magnificent views of the city and Marina Bay, and is a unique venue for private functions with a stylish difference. Landscaped with manicured lawns, shrub planting and small shade trees, the Roof Terrace offers a distinctive space for events and entertainment. Visitors will find a green refuge with ample seating areas to relax, and gathering spaces for perfect photo opportunities.
The garden's naturalistic planting style provides a light-hearted ambience in interesting contrast to the modern appearance of the domes that house Esplanades Concert Hall and Theatre, while a large open space can be used for functions.
From pre-show cocktails or product launches to sit-down dinners, Esplanade Roof Terrace is ideal for any function.
Capacity (may vary depending on set-up)
- 450 (if Theatre Studio is unoccupied)
- 250 (if Theatre Studio is occupied)
Total Area: 43,000 sq ft
Tentage and Food & Beverage Requirements
All hirers are required to use Esplanade approved catering and tentage partners.
THE EDGE
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WATERFRONT CANOPY
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REHEARSAL STUDIO
Similar in size to the Theatre Stage, the Studio is specifically designed for dance rehearsals and pre-performance warm up sessions. The Rehearsal Studio is also suitable for dance workshops. Hirers of main performing venues (Concert Hall, Theatre, Recital Studio & Theatre Studio) have priority booking for Rehearsal Studio.
HOSPITALITY SPACES
The hospitality spaces of the Concert Hall and Theatre are excellent hosting areas for private functions and corporate events. Spread over four levels, the foyer spaces & hospitality rooms offer different capacities catering to both big and small functions.
Venue Hire Requests for performing arts events such as drama, music or dance can be submitted 18 months in advance and will be responded to no less than 12 months prior to event date. Requests received less than 12 months prior to event date will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Arts Event Hirers are also required to take up Public Liability Policy of S$3,000,000.00 for Concert Hall and Theatre and S$500,000.00 for Recital Studio and Theatre Studio.
For all your retail space leasing enquiries, please contact mall_leasing@esplanade.com.
THEATRE
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THEATRE
Esplanade's 2,000-seat Theatre is an adaptation of the traditional horseshoe form of European opera houses, which provides an intimate setting between the audience and the artists on stage. Spread over four levels, it houses Singapore's largest stage, and is designed for the presentation of Asian and Western performing arts as well as advanced multi-media performances. The Theatre's feature include an adjustable proscenium arch, two other full-sized ancillary stages which facilitate swift scene changes, a 30m high fly tower, and an adjustable orchestra pit that can hold up to 100 musicians.
Seating Capacity
Total capacity of the house 1942 seats
Uses
- Dance and Musical Performances
- Operas
- Dramas
CONCERT HALL
Esplanade's crown jewel is its 1,600-seat Concert Hall, which boasts superb acoustics by the late world-renowned acoustician Russell Johnson of Artec Consultants Inc, USA. There are only five such halls in the world with similar state-of-the-art acoustics. These features include reverberation chambers and an acoustic canopy which adapts the hall for different musical performances, producing optimum sound at every concert.
Seating capacity
Total capacity of the house 1614 seats
Total capacity including audience seating 1811 seats
In choir stalls
Uses
- Orchestral and Choral Concerts
- Solo Performances
- Corporate Seminars / Conferences
- Award Ceremonies
RECITAL STUDIO
The fan-shaped Recital Studio is the ideal setting for performances from chamber music and solo recitals, cabarets and jazz concerts. In addition to its timber flooring, the studio's wall and ceiling finishes are specially designed to ensure superb acoustics.
Seating Capacity
Total capacity of the house 245 seats
(On retractable bleachers and flat floor)
Uses
- Chamber Music and Solo Recitals
- Seminars / Conferences
- Product Launches
- Press Conferences
- Film Screenings
THEATRE STUDIO
The Theatre Studio is an intimate setting for experimental theatre and dance presentations. The performance space is highly flexible, offering various configurations with retractable seating, and can take up to 220 people. Equipped with highly adaptable staging, lighting and sound systems, it is able to accommodate different staging demands. The studio is also similar in size to the Theatre's main stage, allowing full rehearsal opportunities for major productions.
Seating Capacity
Standard seating configuration & capacity End Stage 220 seats
Possible seating configuration& capacity
Thrust stage / Transverse / In-the-round 160 seats
FORECOURT
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OUTDOOR THEATRE
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ROOF TERRACE
Esplanade Roof Terrace offers magnificent views of the city and Marina Bay, and is a unique venue for private functions with a stylish difference. Landscaped with manicured lawns, shrub planting and small shade trees, the Roof Terrace offers a distinctive space for events and entertainment. Visitors will find a green refuge with ample seating areas to relax, and gathering spaces for perfect photo opportunities.
The garden's naturalistic planting style provides a light-hearted ambience in interesting contrast to the modern appearance of the domes that house Esplanades Concert Hall and Theatre, while a large open space can be used for functions.
From pre-show cocktails or product launches to sit-down dinners, Esplanade Roof Terrace is ideal for any function.
Capacity (may vary depending on set-up)
- 450 (if Theatre Studio is unoccupied)
- 250 (if Theatre Studio is occupied)
Total Area: 43,000 sq ft
Tentage and Food & Beverage Requirements
All hirers are required to use Esplanade approved catering and tentage partners.
THE EDGE
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WATERFRONT CANOPY
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REHEARSAL STUDIO
Similar in size to the Theatre Stage, the Studio is specifically designed for dance rehearsals and pre-performance warm up sessions. The Rehearsal Studio is also suitable for dance workshops. Hirers of main performing venues (Concert Hall, Theatre, Recital Studio & Theatre Studio) have priority booking for Rehearsal Studio.
HOSPITALITY SPACES
The hospitality spaces of the Concert Hall and Theatre are excellent hosting areas for private functions and corporate events. Spread over four levels, the foyer spaces & hospitality rooms offer different capacities catering to both big and small functions.
Venue Hire Requests for performing arts events such as drama, music or dance can be submitted 18 months in advance and will be responded to no less than 12 months prior to event date. Requests received less than 12 months prior to event date will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Arts Event Hirers are also required to take up Public Liability Policy of S$3,000,000.00 for Concert Hall and Theatre and S$500,000.00 for Recital Studio and Theatre Studio.
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