MARQUEE Singapore, a massive new nightclub, is launching at Marina Bay Sands on April 12, 2019. The opening weekend will feature world-renowned DJs Tiësto and Afrojack, with a special appearance by American rapper A$AP Rocky.
The 8K screen serves as a backdrop for TAO’s
co-founders Tepperberg (left) and Strauss (right).
This marks the first expansion into Asia for MARQUEE, a brand with clubs in New York, Las Vegas, and Sydney. The Singapore location is also the 35th project for TAO Group, the nightlife and hospitality company partnering with Marina Bay Sands on this venture.
According to TAO co-founder Jason Strauss, they spent over a year researching the Singapore market before creating this super-sized club (larger than any of their U.S. venues) in order to deliver an experience tailored to local preferences.
At a sprawling 2,300 square meters, with ceilings soaring to 30 meters, MARQUEE Singapore claims the title of the city’s largest nightclub. The three-level entertainment complex aims to deliver a totally immersive experience. Unique features include a fully operational eight-armed Ferris wheel, a three-story-tall double slide, gilded cage bars, and captivating theatrical lighting and performances.
“The space at Marina Bay Sands has given us a great opportunity to introduce a truly imaginative concept unlike any other nightclub,” shared TAO Group co-founder Noah Tepperberg, calling the design, technology, and features of this newest MARQUEE unparalleled. Tepperberg believes the club will resonate with the vibrant clubbing scene in Singapore.
George Tanasijevich, President and CEO of Marina Bay Sands, echoed this sentiment, stating their partnership with TAO Group aligns with their commitment to offering guests the best entertainment and leisure options.
Designed by a team of leading creative firms—New York-based ICRAVE (design and innovation), SJ Lighting (theatrical lighting), and Sound Investment (audio)—MARQUEE Singapore blends the essence of a grand theater with the energy of festival culture. The result is a “nocturnal carnival” designed to be enjoyed by everyone, even without a table reservation.
Utilizing advanced theatrical lighting and special effects, the space also boasts top-of-the-line sound from a state-of-the-art Funktion One DJ console and sound system—the first time TAO has incorporated two separate sound systems in a club (the second system is specifically designed for live music).
The club’s centerpiece is a 40-meter diameter, 30-meter-tall Ferris wheel dubbed “The Big Q.” Eight gondolas, each accommodating four people and equipped with a touchpad camera for capturing shareable moments, provide riders with a bird’s-eye view of the club. Guests can also zoom from the top floor to the ground level via “Sunny Slide Up,” a pair of internal LED-lit slides.
A 200-person dance floor, outfitted with digital screens and a massive 20-meter-high custom LED 8K resolution screen framing the DJ booth, rivals those found at world-famous concert venues. Visual Artform, renowned for their work with top musical artists and festivals, designed a stunning visual experience for MARQUEE Singapore, including custom visuals and animation utilizing cutting-edge Monstro 8K camera technology to deliver one of the world’s highest-definition live video shows.
Four iconic MARQUEE disco balls, reimagined by ICRAVE, take center stage overhead, enhanced by a dynamic ceiling lighting system. Surrounding the dance floor, banquettes inspired by ornate theater details with futuristic touches offer a range of seating options, from four to 40 seats.
Strategically positioned throughout the club are four full-service bars, each named for a MARQUEE location (Sydney, Las Vegas, Singapore, and New York), and staffed by a total of 20 bartenders. Each bar boasts its own unique design.
MARQUEE Singapore is set to host an impressive roster of the biggest names in music, with acts like Above & Beyond, Steve Aoki, Kaskade, and Showtek slated for back-to-back weekends in April.
Explore:
MARQUEE Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B1-67 (near Sands Theatre, next to Koma) Singapore 018972.
Opening hours
- Friday: 10 pm till late
- Saturday: 10 pm till late
- Eves of public holidays: 10 pm till late
Reservations: +65 6688 8660 or Marquee.Reservations@MarinaBaySands.com
Tickets:
- Online (excluding booking fee and drinks)
- At the door: S$38 (female), S$48 (male), inclusive of one drink. Cover charge may vary depending on the event/guest DJ.
Resident DJs: DJ FVDER and DJ MASS
Minimum age: 18 years old
More information:
- Browse pictures on Facebook
- View videos on Instagram: interior, interior, sound and light systems, “The Big Q”
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