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SINGAPORE: There will be no fireworks display in Marina Bay on New Year’s Eve to “mitigate public health risks” amid the COVID-19 pandemic, organizers of the countdown event said Thursday (Nov.5 ).
Instead, fireworks will be set off at various locations in the heart of the island, organizers of Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2021 said.
“The agencies are working on the details and more information will be provided in due course,” organizers said in a press release Thursday.
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Around the bay, the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) will host two exhibits to mark the turn of the year: a light display that illuminates the surrounding horizon, as well as projection shows on the facades of three landmarks in the area: the Fullerton Hotel, the ArtScience Museum and the Merlion.
The first exhibition, titled Shine a Light, will showcase 60 beams of light that are projected from The Promontory every night from December 1 to December 31.
“With a collective array of beams of light projected skyward, designed to symbolize unity, positivity and resilience, the screen represents a guiding beacon propping up the spirit of Singaporeans to navigate through the pandemic and determination to emerge stronger in the new year together as a nation, “said organizers.
The second show, titled Share the Moment, is a community project that culminates with the mapping of the projection of shows on the facades of the three Marina Bay landmarks.
“Organized in partnership with the National Volunteer and Philanthropy Center (NVPC), the screenings will feature artwork from students from various local educational institutions and will take place every night from December 25-31.”
The projection shows on the facade of the ArtScience Museum will be held every night from December 26 to 31.
“Inspired by stories from the City of Good, a vision in which people, organizations, and leaders come together to give their best for others, the projected artworks will represent moments from the past year when donors Highlights came together to encourage others in the community. ” the press release said.
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HEARTLAND FIREWORKS ON TV
The heart fireworks and scenes from Marina Bay will be broadcast during a New Year’s Eve music program presented by Mediacorp, entitled Let’s Celebrate 2021. It will be broadcast on Channel 5 and streamed online.
“The program will feature local and international talents presenting great music, dance and fashion to usher in the new year. These include collaborations between local artists and emerging creative talents from the fashion and dance communities,” said the statement from press.
URA CEO Lim Eng Hwee said: “The Marina Bay Singapore countdown is a highlight that Singaporeans and visitors look forward to every year.
“It is even more meaningful this year as it marks a time to reflect on the end of a challenging year and an occasion to usher in 2021 with fresh hope.
“As health and safety remain a priority, we have adopted a different format to ensure that the public can celebrate safely and meaningfully. We encourage everyone to join the countdown at home on New Year’s Eve.”
This year’s National Day celebrations saw fireworks at 10 locations in the heart of the entire island.
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