Annex C: “Christmas Alive at Marina Bay” by Marina Bay Business Association (MBBA)

Marina Bay Business Association (MBBA) proudly unveils “Christmas Alive at Marina Bay”, an electrifying bayside experience of musical performances, art installations and interactive street decorations.

A daring breakthrough from conventional street decorations, this year’s arts-inspired theme is borne from our creative collaboration with Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA). “We wanted a fresh perspective of celebrating Christmas that is reflective of our roots as an arts and cultural precinct. Beyond the usual festivities, the light up provides a meaningful platform for nurturing young talents and an avenue for charity events,” said Ms Michelle Koh, President of MBBA.

“We look forward to seeing Marina Bay come alive with spectacular night displays and a host of exciting fringe events—from choral performances to land and river cruises, charity events involving a specially designed Gail Pantin umbrella and even a Christmas food trail,” Ms Koh added. On the collaboration, Ms Sabrina Long, Head of Department of 3D Design at NAFA, said: "We are delighted to participate in this project. Edwin Cheong, the lecturer in charge of the project, and the students created a multi-sensory experience that included sound and interactive elements for both local and international visitors. This partnership also provides a platform to widen the horizons of our students and the exposure they have acquired will benefit their careers."

To saturate the bay with live activities, MBBA worked closely with event partner Celebrate Christmas in (CCIS) to dot the landscape with musical performances from Indonesia, Papua, the Philippines South Africa and Singapore. A definite highlight is a mass carolling event on 23 and 24 December—a first for Singapore on such a grand scale. Between 8pm and 10pm on both days, visitors will be serenaded by the majestic voices of CCIS’ 1500-strong choir at the outdoor area of facing Raffles Avenue and Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.

For the Christmas light up decorations, the main motifs of white sparkling snowflakes, live Norfolk pine trees and majestic reindeers hark back to the traditional Christmas where these living elements are a resplendent part of the natural, wintry landscape. Here, these beloved symbols take centrestage in a larger-than-life expression of our Christmas “Alive” theme, and with a twist! Visitors can interact with giant reindeers that sport magnificent antlers extending out beautifully like intricate fans and light up upon sensing your presence. Or capture a moment in time under a gigantic bauble tree amid works of art, shaped with huge circular baubles inspired by the white wishing spheres that are set afloat in Marina Bay as part of the Marina Bay SINGAPORE Countdown jointly organised by the Urban Redevelopment Authority and Esplanade. Each wishing sphere represents the collective hopes and dreams of different individuals as they welcome the New Year with anticipation.

To enjoy these spectacular night displays, simply hop onto our Christmas tour bus or take a leisurely cruise to soak in spectacular views of Marina Bay’s iconic landmarks and green spaces from the to Esplanade, The Fullerton Heritage and many more. Simply spend $100 at participating malls in Marina Bay to be eligible for up to four tour bus tickets for these rides from Fridays to Sundays, 19 November to 25 December 2011. For the Singapore River Cruise, each ticket is only $17 which takes you from the ArtScience Museum past to the Marina Bay City Gallery, Park and the Singapore River.

For visitors who prefer to enjoy the events on foot, they can take photographs with the art installations at their leisure or catch musical performances throughout the bay. En-route to these locations, visitors can stop at our malls to take advantage of our Christmas promotions. To celebrate the festive season, the gastronomically adventurous can follow their culinary taste buds on our Christmas food trail to savour some creatively concocted drinks, desserts or dishes.

In the spirit of giving, visitors can do their part for charity by purchasing a limited edition umbrella specially designed by artist Gail Pantin at our member malls. Featuring an original panoramic sketch of Marina Bay, part of the sales proceeds of this wonderful memento will be donated to the Community Chest. Individual MBBA members will also be hosting charity events for during the Christmas Light Up season to bring cheer to the less fortunate.

As part of the Marina Bay SINGAPORE Countdown, a contemplative celebration that brings people from all walks of life together, visitors can pen their wishes for the New Year on wishing spheres at various wishing stations in the participating MBBA malls from 25 November 2011, a week before this annual tradition hits the rest of Singapore. The wishing spheres will be set afloat in Marina Bay – the Bay of Hope & Light – to form a spectacular visual arts display.

Beginning 19 November 2011 and ending on 2 January 2012, the year-end Christmas festivities at Marina Bay will be a unique experience not to be missed.

FACTS AND FIGURES Total Length of Christmas Light -Up 7.4 km Length of steel 63,800 metres Length of electrica l cables 33,600 metres Length of white LED fairy lights 128,000 metres No. of art installation hollow bauble tree 8m tall 1 at Esplanade Main Stairway No. of choir Christmas bauble tree 8 m tall 1 at Mall No. of giant baubles in each bauble tree 38 No. of cone trees 4 No. of small reindeer 1.2m tall 75 No. of live Christmas trees 20 Norfolk pine trees titled “ChariTrees” at Waterfront Promenade No. of large multi -sensory reindeer 3m tall 20 No. of arts and musical performances 24 from CCIS Groups More than 100 performances at MBBA malls, hotels and attractions No. of Christmas bus tours over 17 nights 204 No. of man hours 80,000

Media Contact: Ms Rachel Tan (DID: +65 9271 1908) or Ms Cecilia Goh (DID: +65 9711 4098) Email the Secretariat: [email protected] or [email protected]

About Marina Bay Business Association Marina Bay Business Association (MBBA) was formed in 2003 under the auspices of the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and the (STB). MBBA constitutes the stakeholders of the Marina Bay area and members include CityLink Mall, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, Marina Square, Millenia Walk, Marina Bay Link Mall, Raffles City Shopping Centre, Singapore Flyer, Suntec City Mall and The Fullerton Heritage. The Association was formed with the objectives to organize events and activities that will increase top of mind awareness for the lifestyle, retail and F&B businesses in the Marina Bay area; to create events and activities that will help develop a distinct personality for the developments of the area; to plan and execute marketing strategies to local and overseas markets; and to develop programmes that would highlight Marina Bay’s businesses, services and attractions.

About Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) Since its establishment in 1938, the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts has pioneered arts education and championed the development of the arts in Singapore. As a comprehensive multi- disciplinary arts institution, NAFA offers a diverse range of well-designed, industry-relevant diploma courses covering 3D Design, Arts Management & Education, Design & Media, Fine Art, Fashion Studies, Dance, Music and Theatre. Students can pursue further education in the arts through various degree programmes conducted in partnership with reputable universities. An advocate of lifelong learning, NAFA also extends its reach to the young and adults in a bid to promote greater appreciation for the arts. The NAFA Arts Kindergarten offers a unique arts- focused curriculum, whilst the School of Young Talents offers weekend courses in art, music, dance and drama for 4 to 18 year olds. For adult Singaporeans, the Continuing Education Branch offers enrichment courses and part-time certificate programmes.

For more details, please visit www.nafa.edu.sg

Christmas Event and Promotion Highlights of MBBA Members

1. CityLink Mall

Jubilant Christmas Season Win up to 10 iPad 2s (3G + Wi-Fi + 32Gb) in CityLink Mall’s Jubilant Lucky Draw with a minimum spend of $50 (conditions apply) to participate. UOB cardholders get double chances of winning. Draw date is 29 December 2011.

2. Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Come celebrate the year-end festivities at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay with your family, friends and loved ones as we bring you a series of heart-warming and upbeat free performances at Celebrate December from 16 – 31 December 2011. The festivities will culminate in the Marina Bay SINGAPORE Countdown 2011/12, a contemplative celebration of the New Year which offers an opportunity for the community to bond in a meaningful way.

Celebrate December Catch free performances of popular favourites with a holiday twist and other music acts by some of Singapore’s most talented artists and ensembles. On the last day of 2011, join us in the Letters Home programme as we read out letters by people from all walks of life and share their stories and what they hope for as the New Year approaches.

Wishing Spheres & Bell Charms Everyone is invited to pen a wish for the coming year on the bell charms along the Esplanade Waterfront and wishing spheres which will form a stunning visual arts installation in the Marina Bay – the Bay of Hope & Light.

Have A Drink On Us! From 19 November 2011 to 2 January 2012, spend a minimum of $60 (conditions apply) at Esplanade Mall and receive a voucher at the Esplanade Shop (#02-02) for 2 free drinks.

3. Marina Bay Link Mall//Marina Bay Financial Centre

Festive Treats and Entertainment Subterranean cheer with juggling elves, roving carollers and harpist, (Wednesdays 12 to 2pm), Happy Hours Alfresco (Wednesdays 7 to 8pm), Jazz Under The Starts (Fridays 7 to 8pm), Happy Holidays Christmas Acts (thrice daily on weekends) and Happy Times Kids’ Corner (weekends only from 11am to 8pm for little ones to make keychains, Christmas tree ornaments and sun catcher decorations. Free admission with minimum $50 spent.)

Holiday Rewards Worth over $130,000 and Happy Holidays Grand Draw One happy shopper will sail away with 14 family members and friends on the Pershing 73 – a 73- foot long luxury yacht experience with a retractable roof, master bedroom and 2 cabin rooms with ensuite bathrooms and a kitchenette. Plus shopping vouchers, an iPad 2, champagne hamper and a dinner party at LeVel33 worth a total of $10,000 with $50 spent at Marina Bay Link Mall. Standard Chartered Cardholders get double chances.

4. Marina Bay Sands

Marina Bay Sands gives back this festive season The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition will open Saturday, 3 December at an exhibition space created in the area of the skating rink at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands and will run till end of January 2012. In the spirit of the holiday season, Marina Bay Sands has announced that all proceeds from the ticket sales of the exhibition will go to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund, as part of its commitment to support the youth of Singapore.

Festive treat for shoppers Marina Bay Sands is putting the finishing touches to what promises to be a splendid celebration with a chance to win up to S$250,000. The festivities kick off from 16 November, when The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands will be giving away S$10,000 in shopping vouchers every week until 17 December, with a chance to win the grand prize of S$250,000 in cash, in the finale from 23 to 25 December.

Line-up of blockbuster museum exhibitions and international entertainment From 6 December Broadway’s biggest blockbuster WICKED will fly into Singapore to cast its magical spell on audiences at the Grand Theater, adding to other world-class entertainment such as the hugely popular Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition , the fastest-selling exhibition at the ArtScience Museum with over 20,000 visitors in less than two weeks.

5. Marina Square

The Chuggington Trains Musical Show (2 to 18 December) The Chuggington Trains are making their first-ever appearance in Asia. Enjoy a fun-filled musical ride with Wilson, Brewster and Koko at Marina Square. The first 50 families from each show will be entitled to a photo opportunity with the trains. So, head down to Marina Square to catch this exclusive show! On Tuesdays to Fridays 2pm & 7pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm, 4pm & 7pm.

Enjoy a Train Ride! (2 to 23 December) Enjoy a joy ride with Chuggington Train! Simply purchase a Chuggington Train Goodie bag at $10 with minimum spending of $50 and you will get a complimentary train ride, Chuggington train cardholder and Chuggington badge. From 11am – 7pm every day except Mondays.

Christmas Fringe Activities (19 to 23 December) Check out full details of activities on www.marinasquare.com.sg Get into the spirit of Christmas with a host of performances lined up for you! Enjoy a musical performance, sing along to the beautiful melodies of Christmas carols and be mesmerized by a group of young performers on the violin.

Marina Square Spending Rewards (18 Nov 2011 – 1 Jan 2012) Stand to win a Subaru Forester 2.0X* worth $75,000 with minimum spending $50 +. Charge your purchase to UOB Card and double your lucky draw chances.

6. Millenia Walk

Superstars & Supercharged Performances (26 November to 11 December) Get into the spirit of Christmas with the phenomenal Australian children’s entertainment group, Hi-5; in an energetic line-up of music and dance. Join Casey, Fely, Lauren, Stevie and Tim as they celebrate Christmas the Hi-5 way. Also, get the chance to take photos with your favourite Hi-5 members after the show! Photo passes will be distributed 30 minutes before shows. Daily except Mondays, 1pm & 7pm.

Come See Christmas in a Whole New light! Be inspired by a dazzling arrangement of 2- to 4-metre tall custom-designed prism chandeliers.

Fabulous Presents (19 November to 25 December) Receive attractive rewards when you spend and get a chance to participate in a lucky draw (11 November to 25 December) to win prizes like Bose in-ear headphones and van Laack ties.

7. Raffles City Shopping Centre

Dora Saves Three Kings Day! Live Show (18 November to 4 December) “Happy Three Kings Day!" This all-new Dora the Explorer adventure stars Dora & Boots and for the very first time in Asia, Dora's cousin, Diego joins in the adventure. Set out with them on an exciting hunt for the lost animals to save Three King’s Day! Level 3, Raffles City, 1pm & 7pm (Tues- Fri) and 1pm, 4pm & 7pm (Sat –Sun) *No shows on Mondays

Dora, Diego & Boots Musical Meet & Greet (6 to 11 December 2011) Catch an interactive mini performance with Dora, Diego and Boots with a fun meet & greet session. 1pm & 7pm (Tues- Fri) and 1pm, 4pm & 7pm (Sat –Sun) *No shows on Mondays

Dora & Diego’s Jungle Party (3 and 4 December) Limited to the first 40 pax. At 2.30pm.

Dora & Diego Themed Craft Session (6 to 11 December) 6-11 Dec 2011, 2.30pm

Best of the Season’s Feative Tunes (16 to 23 December) Immerse in the festive season with familiar tunes from renowned acapella group, Vocaluptuous and more. At 7.30pm and 8.30pm.

Shopping Highlights Win attractive travel packages, gift sets and shopping vouchers at our Celebratory Grand Draw. Attractive prizes at the fortnightly draws starting 30 November.

8. Singapore Flyer

Toys Come Alive at Singapore Flyer Feel like a child again, as Singapore Flyer transforms into a fantasy Toyland! As you journey through, snap photos with Santa’s reindeers, then take a step into a 5-metre giant Christmas snow globe*, and make little twirls under the rain of snow. Santa Claus is in town as he waits by to hear of your Christmas wishes this year.

Christmas Treats for Kids Free admission to Giant Chirstmas Snow Globe and Journey of Dreams Interactive Gallery. Weekends are made even sweeter as kids get to enjoy a kid’s fun pack and goodies hamper, with every full-priced child flight ticket ($20.65) purchased over the ticketing counters.

Christmas-y Scenic Flight Create more picture memories in any of the 28 special Christmas-themed capsules, whilst soaking in the glittering views of the Marina Bay cityscape! For a plusher touch in the themed capsules, guests can indulge in a glass of Champagne, Signature Cocktail, the original Singapore Sling or festive menus on-board the world’s first Full-Butler Sky Dining experience.

9. Suntec City Mall

Christmas Moments Lucky Draw A golden opportunity to visit Warner Bros Movie World on Gold Coast Australia can be yours with every $50 spent. HSBC credit cardholders get double the chances to win.

Kids Arts & Crafts Charity Workshop (18 November to 8 December Every Saturday & Sunday) Spread the joy of Christmas by sharing and giving. Let your little angels enjoy a merry arts and crafts workshop by making a donation to charity. At Happy Kidz Level 3.

Christmas Joy (Fountain of Wealth) Come enjoy the Christmas laser display sparkles to life at Fountain of Wealth with your favourite Looney Tunes friends and Christmas tunes. For a symphony of Christmas joy, let the voice of angels make your Christmas moments memorable. Daily from 7.30pm to 9pm.

Capture Your Best “Christmas Moment” and Win Visit the mesmerizing Christmas photo booths, pose and snap to win $200 Suntec City Shopping Vouchers. Dress up and be candid in your best picture moment! Send in your photo to [email protected] with “Christmas Moments Photo Contest” as the subject and Personal details (name, contact number, address and NRIC by 1 January 2012. At Mall Entrance near Esplanade MRT & Promenade MRT, Level 1.

Looney Tunes Christmas Show (9 to 22 December) Meet with Bugs, Tweety and Sylvester at the musical and have a blast of fun this Christmas! With a minimum spend of $30, redeem a photo pass for a photo-taking opportunity with your favourite Looney Tunes character at the Meet-&-Greet session.

10. The Fullerton Heritage

Experience The Making of Cheongsam at One On The Bund (Whole of December) The only restaurant located in a heritage building that is facing the marine waterfront, One On The Bund brings Chinese cuisine to a different level combining authentic Chinese dishes with a modern touch. Its new luxury Cheongsam fashion house – One Design will be showcasing their full experience of ‘making your own Qipao/Cheongsam’. All merchandise is made in China by a professional team of ‘shi fu’, together with strict quality control and under professional supervision. Prior to the performance, they will be enjoying a glass of Welcome Champagne with traditional Chinese appetizer and move on to live performance from Suzhou named as “Pingtan” – a long lost art featuring storytelling and ballad singing. The amazing experience will be finished off with a sumptuous 6 courses dinner menu. Named as ‘ 才子佳人’，gentlemen and ladies will be enjoying different menus that are specially made to suit their appetites. Every Tuesday to Saturday at 7.30pm and 9.30pm.