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Korea Herald
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
JURASSIC WORLD: THE EXPERIENCE, A NEW IMMERSIVE WALK-THROUGH EVENT OPENS IN CLOUD FOREST AT GARDENS BY THE BAY
SINGAPORE, May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jurassic World: The Experience has officially opened within the breathtaking, misty landscapes of Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay to explorers who have been eagerly awaiting their first opportunity to step foot inside Jurassic World and get closer to life-sized dinosaurs than ever before. Set in front of the iconic cascading waterfall in Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay, the official opening ceremony was attended by Guest-of-Honour Mr. Heng Swee Keat and hosted by NEON and Gardens by the Bay, with support from Universal Destinations & Experiences. The exhibition engages audiences of all ages in settings inspired by Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment's Jurassic World franchise and is produced by NEON in conjunction with Universal Live Entertainment, Animax Designs – the creators of the lifelike animatronic dinosaurs, and Gardens by the Bay, the perfect setting to transport visitors hundreds of millions of years back in time to a period when dinosaurs dominated. We are thrilled to bring Jurassic World: The Experience to life through a perfect fusion of storytelling, technology, and nature right here in the heart of Gardens by the Bay," said Mr. Ron Tan, Group CEO of NEON. "This immersive experience marks another milestone in NEON's mission to redefine how stories are told, reflecting our ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of experiential entertainment, while co-creating world-class attractions with partners who share our vision. Together with Universal Live Entertainment and Gardens by the Bay, we invite audiences to step into a realm where imagination and science converge, to experience the wonder of dinosaurs like never before." Mr. Felix Loh, CEO of Gardens by the Bay said, "Gardens by the Bay leverages nature as a canvas to create refreshing, new experiences to engage a broad spectrum of people. For Jurassic World: The Experience, Cloud Forest has been transformed into a landscape that transports visitors back millions of years, where life-sized dinosaurs roam a dense and misty forest. The incredible level of immersion aside, an educational journey is also woven into the adventure, where visitors of all ages can learn more about the prehistoric plant life that continues to shape our world even today." "We are excited to give our global fanbase yet another way to be immersed in Jurassic World: The Experience through our unique style of storytelling," said Gerald Raines, Senior Vice President, Location-Based Experiences, Universal Destinations & Experiences. "By placing the adventure within the living landscape of the Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay, this experience goes beyond a traditional exhibition." Visitors can see the dinosaurs up close as they make their way through Cloud Forest, which has been transformed into a lush, prehistoric wonderland filled with plants and ecosystems from the Jurassic period. Within this landscape, across various experiential zones, and across major botanical touchpoints, visitors will encounter opportunities to: Jurassic World: The Experience will take place in Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay from 29 May 2025, for a limited time. Operating hours are Monday - Sunday: 9:00-21:00(Last admission: 20:00). Admission tickets to Jurassic World: The Experience start from $22 for Singapore residents, $32 for non-residents, and are available for sale to the public at Use hashtags #JWExperience and #DinosInSingapore to join the conversation NEON is a global leader in creating and producing experiential entertainment. NEON enjoys worldwide partnerships with The Walt Disney Company and Marvel Entertainment for Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N., 20th Century Studios for AVATAR: The Experience, Hasbro for Transformers: The Experience, NBCUniversal for Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Jurassic World: The Experience. NEON also has a partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Themed Entertainment for Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, currently open in Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore. Additionally, a brand new, DC experience is slated to debut in 2026. The Company also partners with the governments of Egypt and Peru for their original artefact IP experiences, Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs and Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru, respectively, plus authentic artefact tours Pompeii: The Exhibition, and Mummies of the World: The Exhibition. The Group's IP experiences are powered by ANIMAX, a fully owned subsidiary and a world-class creative animatronics powerhouse that specialises in research and development, engineering and entertainment robotics, with state-of-the-art facilities located in Nashville, US, Wuxi, China and the Middle East. NEON's global partnerships have enabled the Group to bring compelling experiences that leave lasting memories to millions of visitors in more than 80 cities to date globally. For more information, please visit Universal Destinations & Experiences, a unit of Comcast NBCUniversal, offers guests around the globe the world's most innovative, thrilling, and popular entertainment experiences. Our portfolio is comprised of world-class theme parks featuring the industry's most thrilling and technologically advanced attractions, exceptional hotel and resort properties, and unique merchandise, games, culinary, virtual, and live entertainment experiences. All are designed to create immersive, memorable, and emotionally fulfilling moments for people of all ages looking to take their accommodations and entertainment to new heights. For more information, visit From Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, Jurassic World immerses audiences of all ages in a new era of wonder and thrills where dinosaurs and humankind must learn to coexist. Jurassic World is more than a film franchise. At every turn, this $6 billion film series delivers a larger-than-life destination for exploration, discovery, and epic adventure. Dinosaurs live again and they live in Jurassic World. About Gardens by the Bay An integral part of Singapore's "City in Nature" vision, Gardens by the Bay is a national garden and premier horticultural attraction that showcases the best of garden and floral artistry for all to enjoy. Spanning 101 hectares in the heart of Singapore's downtown Marina Bay, it comprises three waterfront gardens – Bay South, Bay East, and Bay Central. Bay South, the largest at 54 hectares, officially opened on 29 June 2012. Guided by the vision to be a world of gardens for all to own, enjoy and cherish, the Gardens' extensive plant collection, ever-changing floral displays, and myriad of engaging programmes have captured the imagination of many, while its Gift of Gardens community initiative, with Mr. Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore as Patron, reaches out to people from all walks of life. Since opening, Gardens by the Bay has welcomed more than 100 million visitors and garnered numerous international accolades including the eighth top attraction in the world in Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best 2024, Outstanding Achievement in Sustainability at the Singapore Tourism Awards 2024, Best Theme Attraction at TTG Travel Awards 2022 and 2023, and Best Attraction Experience at the Singapore Tourism Awards 2019. The Gardens continues to refresh and refine its offerings, to be a place that everyone can enjoy – a garden where wonder blooms.
Independent Singapore
3 days ago
- Business
- Independent Singapore
‘Big party promotion!': Singaporeans react to Desmond Lee's appointment as PAP chair, but some look for DPM Gan
SINGAPORE: The ruling People's Action Party (PAP) announced on Thursday (May 29) changes to its Central Executive Committee (CEC). Significantly, the PAP said it appointed a new chairman, Desmond Lee, the Education Minister. Other changes include the appointment of Health Minister Ong Ye Kung as Party Treasurer, and Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat has taken over as assistant treasurer. Minister of State for National Development and Trade and Industry Alvin Tan, meanwhile, is now the head of Young PAP, and Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs Faishal, who has been appointed chairperson of the PAP Malay Affairs Bureau, will now be part of the CEC. Mr Lee had previously been the party's assistant secretary-general. He replaces former Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat, who retired before this year's General Election. 'The CEC expressed its appreciation to outgoing chairman Mr Heng Swee Keat for his years of leadership and service to the Party and Singapore, and wished him a fulfilling retirement from politics,' the party said in a statement on its website. Some commenters reacting to the announcement from the PAP appear to feel that this is a major step up for Mr Lee. 'This is a big party promotion for the son of Lee Yock Suan. This adds to his promotion to Minister for Education, which is one of the big four portfolios (finance, defence, home affairs, and education),' wrote a Reddit user. Lee Yock Suan, the minister's father, was a longtime Member of Parliament (MP) and Cabinet member, having served as Minister for Labour and Minister for Education, among other roles. He retired from politics in 2006. Others noted that the younger Mr Lee's new role as Education Minister is a significant one as well. 'MOE sets the ethos for the future generation of the country. It is a heavy responsibility, like defence and finance. This is why all potential leaders of the country have been picked to helm MOE at some point (in) their political career (e.g., Chan Chun Sing, Heng Swee Keat, Tharman, Ong Ye Kung, Lawrence Wong),' one wrote. 'If we go further back, Tony Tan and Goh Keng Swee were also education ministers before,' another pointed out. One chimed in to say, 'The GE showed his pull in West Coast and from those who have worked with him, he is well regarded, albeit someone that is more of a quiet technocrat. Though he tends to be understated, his trajectory remains constant and will likely continue to be a presence, especially in the 4-5G and the PAP. All the more so given his age.' The commenter added that Mr Lee reminded them a little of Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong. Speaking of Mr Gan, some Facebook users wondered why he is not in the PAP CEC. 'Didn't see DPM Gan in the slate? What happened?' one wrote. 'Where is the task force man?' another echoed. /TISG Read also: Desmond Lee: The Dark Horse in the Cabinet
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
JURASSIC WORLD: THE EXPERIENCE, A NEW IMMERSIVE WALK-THROUGH EVENT OPENS IN CLOUD FOREST AT GARDENS BY THE BAY
SINGAPORE, May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jurassic World: The Experience has officially opened within the breathtaking, misty landscapes of Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay to explorers who have been eagerly awaiting their first opportunity to step foot inside Jurassic World and get closer to life-sized dinosaurs than ever before. Set in front of the iconic cascading waterfall in Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay, the official opening ceremony was attended by Guest-of-Honour Mr. Heng Swee Keat and hosted by NEON and Gardens by the Bay, with support from Universal Destinations & Experiences. The exhibition engages audiences of all ages in settings inspired by Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment's Jurassic World franchise and is produced by NEON in conjunction with Universal Live Entertainment, Animax Designs – the creators of the lifelike animatronic dinosaurs, and Gardens by the Bay, the perfect setting to transport visitors hundreds of millions of years back in time to a period when dinosaurs dominated. We are thrilled to bring Jurassic World: The Experience to life through a perfect fusion of storytelling, technology, and nature right here in the heart of Gardens by the Bay," said Mr. Ron Tan, Group CEO of NEON. "This immersive experience marks another milestone in NEON's mission to redefine how stories are told, reflecting our ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of experiential entertainment, while co-creating world-class attractions with partners who share our vision. Together with Universal Live Entertainment and Gardens by the Bay, we invite audiences to step into a realm where imagination and science converge, to experience the wonder of dinosaurs like never before." Mr. Felix Loh, CEO of Gardens by the Bay said, "Gardens by the Bay leverages nature as a canvas to create refreshing, new experiences to engage a broad spectrum of people. For Jurassic World: The Experience, Cloud Forest has been transformed into a landscape that transports visitors back millions of years, where life-sized dinosaurs roam a dense and misty forest. The incredible level of immersion aside, an educational journey is also woven into the adventure, where visitors of all ages can learn more about the prehistoric plant life that continues to shape our world even today." "We are excited to give our global fanbase yet another way to be immersed in Jurassic World: The Experience through our unique style of storytelling," said Gerald Raines, Senior Vice President, Location-Based Experiences, Universal Destinations & Experiences. "By placing the adventure within the living landscape of the Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay, this experience goes beyond a traditional exhibition." Visitors can see the dinosaurs up close as they make their way through Cloud Forest, which has been transformed into a lush, prehistoric wonderland filled with plants and ecosystems from the Jurassic period. Within this landscape, across various experiential zones, and across major botanical touchpoints, visitors will encounter opportunities to: Seize the rare opportunity to engage with the intelligent and fiercely loyal Velociraptor - Blue, whose piercing gaze is both captivating and chilling. Bond with the adorable dinosaur babies of Jurassic World, where you'll experience firsthand the unique connection between humans and these ancient creatures. Stroll through the Evolution Walk, where you can venture back to a time before the age of dinosaurs, to learn about ancient plant species that existed long before the emergence of those that bear flowers. Evolution Walk features reconstructions of ancient plants that have become extinct, in an eye-opening showcase of how plants have evolved. Marvel at delicate eggs and newborn dinosaurs inside the incubators. And for a truly unforgettable moment, witness nature's own creation in action at the Pteranodon Nest. Feel the texture of prehistoric dinosaur skin, breathe in the earthy scent of ancient forests, extract DNA from fossilized amber. Come face-to-face with a ferocious, animatronic T-rex, then make your way to safety by slipping through a shattered fence, underneath her massive jaws. Witness nature's time capsule and see how something as simple as tree sap became the treasure troves of DNA that made Jurassic World possible. Jurassic World: The Experience will take place in Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay from 29 May 2025, for a limited time. Operating hours are Monday - Sunday: 9:00-21:00(Last admission: 20:00). Admission tickets to Jurassic World: The Experience start from $22 for Singapore residents, $32 for non-residents, and are available for sale to the public at For more information please visit: Follow Jurassic World: The Experience Use hashtags #JWExperience and #DinosInSingapore to join the conversation PRESS KIT About NEON NEON is a global leader in creating and producing experiential entertainment. NEON enjoys worldwide partnerships with The Walt Disney Company and Marvel Entertainment for Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N., 20th Century Studios for AVATAR: The Experience, Hasbro for Transformers: The Experience, NBCUniversal for Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Jurassic World: The Experience. NEON also has a partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Themed Entertainment for Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, currently open in Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore. Additionally, a brand new, DC experience is slated to debut in 2026. The Company also partners with the governments of Egypt and Peru for their original artefact IP experiences, Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs and Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru, respectively, plus authentic artefact tours Pompeii: The Exhibition, and Mummies of the World: The Exhibition. The Group's IP experiences are powered by ANIMAX, a fully owned subsidiary and a world-class creative animatronics powerhouse that specialises in research and development, engineering and entertainment robotics, with state-of-the-art facilities located in Nashville, US, Wuxi, China and the Middle East. NEON's global partnerships have enabled the Group to bring compelling experiences that leave lasting memories to millions of visitors in more than 80 cities to date globally. For more information, please visit About Universal Destinations & Experiences Universal Destinations & Experiences, a unit of Comcast NBCUniversal, offers guests around the globe the world's most innovative, thrilling, and popular entertainment experiences. Our portfolio is comprised of world-class theme parks featuring the industry's most thrilling and technologically advanced attractions, exceptional hotel and resort properties, and unique merchandise, games, culinary, virtual, and live entertainment experiences. All are designed to create immersive, memorable, and emotionally fulfilling moments for people of all ages looking to take their accommodations and entertainment to new heights. For more information, visit About the JURASSIC WORLD Franchise From Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, Jurassic World immerses audiences of all ages in a new era of wonder and thrills where dinosaurs and humankind must learn to coexist. Jurassic World is more than a film franchise. At every turn, this $6 billion film series delivers a larger-than-life destination for exploration, discovery, and epic adventure. Dinosaurs live again and they live in Jurassic World. About Gardens by the Bay An integral part of Singapore's "City in Nature" vision, Gardens by the Bay is a national garden and premier horticultural attraction that showcases the best of garden and floral artistry for all to enjoy. Spanning 101 hectares in the heart of Singapore's downtown Marina Bay, it comprises three waterfront gardens – Bay South, Bay East, and Bay Central. Bay South, the largest at 54 hectares, officially opened on 29 June 2012. Guided by the vision to be a world of gardens for all to own, enjoy and cherish, the Gardens' extensive plant collection, ever-changing floral displays, and myriad of engaging programmes have captured the imagination of many, while its Gift of Gardens community initiative, with Mr. Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore as Patron, reaches out to people from all walks of life. Since opening, Gardens by the Bay has welcomed more than 100 million visitors and garnered numerous international accolades including the eighth top attraction in the world in Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best 2024, Outstanding Achievement in Sustainability at the Singapore Tourism Awards 2024, Best Theme Attraction at TTG Travel Awards 2022 and 2023, and Best Attraction Experience at the Singapore Tourism Awards 2019. The Gardens continues to refresh and refine its offerings, to be a place that everyone can enjoy – a garden where wonder blooms. For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NEON Global Sign in to access your portfolio
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Singapore's PAP names education minister Desmond Lee as new chairman, succeeding former DPM Heng
SINGAPORE, May 29 — Singapore's Education Minister Desmond Lee has been appointed as the new chairman of the ruling People's Action Party (PAP), effective Thursday. Lee succeeds former Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat, who has retired from politics. 'The PAP Central Executive Committee (CEC) expressed its appreciation to out-going chairman Mr Heng Swee Keat for his years of leadership and service to the Party and Singapore, and wished him a fulfilling retirement from politics,' the party said in a statement yesterday. The PAP CEC also appointed Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Health Minister Ong Ye Kung as party treasurer, and National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat as assistant treasurer. Meanwhile, Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs, Assoc. Prof. Dr Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, has been co-opted as a new CEC member and additionally appointed as PAP Malay Affairs Bureau chairperson. — Bernama
Business Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Business Times
Desmond Lee replaces Heng Swee Keat as PAP chairman
[SINGAPORE] Education Minister Desmond Lee has been appointed as the new chairman of the ruling PAP. He replaces former Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat, who has retired from politics. The PAP also announced other changes to its top leadership body on Thursday (May 29) - Health Minister Ong Ye Kung has been appointed party treasurer, while National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat has been appointed as assistant treasurer. Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim has been co-opted as a new member of the PAP's central executive committee (CEC), and will also chair the PAP Malay Affairs Bureau. The new appointments take effect from May 29, said the PAP in a statement. The CEC expressed its appreciation to Heng for his years of leadership and service to the party and Singapore, and wished him a fulfilling retirement from politics. THE STRAITS TIMES
