To cope with growing attendance and demand in the arts scene here, The Esplanade is converting a two-storey building on its premises into a raw studio space.
Located next to the Makansutra Gluttons Bay, the building, which used to house the clubs DXO and Queen, can become a base for artist residencies, rehearsals, workshops and performances. Renovation works are expected to wrap up by May.
This month, the arts venue will also unveil a children's activity area on its fourth floor, named Pip's Playbox after its mascot for children's programmes. It joins other arts institutions such as the National Gallery Singapore and the National Museum of Singapore in having dedicated areas for young ones.
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