Hi Huneybees,
We just passed the New Year 2013 and the next to look forward festive would be Chinese/Lunar New Year!
On 11 January 2013, VivoCity celebrated the Opening Ceremony of the 20th “Spring in the City” Cultural, Arts and Travel Fair with Chinese cultural troupes taking centre stage as part of an exciting range of celebrations ushering in the festivities.
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| The VIPs autographing before heading to their VIP seatings at the amphitheater. |
In partnership with Golden Travel Services for the sixth year running, VivoCity will showcase an array of vibrant Chinese culture, with the eye-catching performances from the Henan Tourism Art Troupe, Jinan Acrobatics Troupe, China Population Culture Arts Troupe and the Jilin Arts Troupe the highlight of this year’s programme of activities.
“With Chinese New Year being a key event in our calendar, we are thrilled to present these memorable performance troupes, as we usher in a new year of success and prosperity together with our shoppers at VivoCity. Through our support for the arts, we hope to bring an auspicious slice of traditional Chinese culture to our shoppers, for an unforgettable lifestyle experience for time to remember.” --- Ms Joanna Lee, Head, Retail Management.
Spectacular Chinese Performance Arts at the Amphitheatre (11 January to 16 February)
Perfect for soaking in the atmosphere of the festive season, shoppers will be delighted by the exciting performances by award-winning troupes hailing from various regions of China like Henan, Jinan and Jilin at the Amphitheatre on Level 3. With a range of fascinating acrobatic acts alongside melodious cultural song and dance performances, the 45-minute shows will mesmerise shoppers, twice daily at 6.30pm and 8.00pm.
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| Jinan Acrobatics Troupe |
Performances from China (11 January to 16 February 2013)
Venue : Amphitheatre, Level 3
Time : 6.30pm & 8pm
Show Schedule:
- Henan Tourism Art Troupe 11 – 19 January 2013 (except 14 January)
- Jinan Acrobatics Troupe 20 January – 27 January 2013 (except 21 January)
- China Population Culture Arts Troupe 29 Jan – 3 February 2013
- Jilin Arts Troupe 5 – 16 February 2013 (except 9 - 11 February)
The cultural performances will also be held at the atrium of Alexandra Retail Centre (ARC) from 11 January – 16 February 2013, 1pm. The Show Schedule at ARC is as per above.
Lion Dance Performance
Shoppers will enjoy the performances by an award-winning lion dance troupe – Kuan San Tang Dragon and Lion Dance Troupe that will bring good luck and prosperity to all.
Date : 18 February 2013
Time : 12.30pm
Venue : West Boulevard
On 18 January 2013, enjoy the gravity defying performances by the renowned lion dance troupe, Kuan San Tang Dragon and Lion Dance Troupe at the West Boulevard on Level 1, and usher in the auspicious prosperity it brings for the Lunar New Year. Admissions to all performances are free.
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| At the end of the ceremony, VIP guests did the traditional "Lo Hei" to welcome the festivity. |
Other than the abovementioned activities, there are definitely more deals and thrills. See below...
Chinese Arts & Crafts, Paintings & Calligraphy (11 January to 26 February)
Liven up your home with an exquisite selection of unique oriental art pieces, with the 77 retail booths set up at Central Court A, North Court and South Avenue this year. With stimulating on-site Chinese paintings and calligraphy demonstrations, get closer in-touch with the rich heritage Chinese culture has to offer.
The Best Festive Deals in Town!
This festive season, VivoCity will also be rewarding its visitors with a wide variety of attractive shopping deals available at Singapore’s largest lifestyle and retail destination. Shoppers will also stand a chance to win attractive travel packages worth $8,400, with a minimum spend of $30 (in a single receipt). OCBC Cardmembers enjoy double chances of winning when they charge to their OCBC Credit/Debit Cards.
Grand Prize : 7-Day Tour Package for Two to Nantong/ Rugao/ Zhenjiang/ Yangzhou / Mt Jiuhua (includes airfare, accommodation, admission tickets and meals)
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Second Prize : 7-Day Tour Package for Two to Xiamen and Mt. Wuyi (includes airfare, accommodation, admission tickets and meals)
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Third Prize : 4-Day Free & Easy Package for Two to Hong Kong (includes airfare, accommodation and airport transfer)^
3 Consolation Prizes : $800 Travel Voucher each (valid for China land tour packages only)
^excludes airport taxes, Visa fees or any other incidental expenses
Shoppers who spend a minimum of $200 (maximum of 3 combined same-day receipts) from 18 January – 9 February 2013 will be able to redeem an exquisite box of red packets at VivoCity. OCBC Credit/Debit Cardmembers only need to charge $150 to qualify, and redemption is limited to the first 200 shoppers per day.
OCBC Credit/Debit Cardmembers will also enjoy exciting deals when they shop at VivoCity. For more details, go to their website here.
Foodies will also enjoy the Chinese New Year Goodies Fair setup by TANGS, where a dizzying array of the most delectable festive food stuff and ornaments perfect for sharing with one’s family and loved ones will be available at Central Court B.
More photos of the opening ceremony can be viewed at my album here.
For more details on Vivocity's Festive Fun, do visit their website here.
