Where to Watch Musicals and Theatre Performances in Singapore

Singapore's vibrant performing arts scene offers world-class entertainment venues and diverse productions ranging from Broadway-style musicals to intimate local theatre productions. Whether you're seeking grand spectacles or experimental contemporary works, the island's theatres cater to all tastes and budgets.

Premier Venues

1. Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay​

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The Esplanade stands as Singapore's flagship arts centre, located on reclaimed land in the Marina Bay area.

With a striking futuristic design, it houses a 1,600-seat concert hall and a 1,948-seat theatre, both featuring world-class acoustics and staging capabilities. The concert hall's acoustic canopy can be adjusted to ensure optimal sound for varying audience sizes.

The theatre itself follows a traditional horseshoe-shaped design with four levels of seating that create an intimate atmosphere, facing Singapore's largest performance stage, equipped to handle both Asian and Western performing arts productions. The venue's waterfront location also offers stunning views of Marina Bay Sands and the Singapore skyline.​

2. Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands​

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Located within the prestigious Marina Bay Sands complex, the Sands Theatre offers a luxurious theatre-going experience with excellent acoustics and ambience.

With 2,009 user reviews and a 4.5-star rating, it attracts major international productions, including Disney's Beauty and the Beast (running until January 4, 2026) and premium musical productions.

The venue features wheelchair accessibility, modern amenities including a restaurant and Wi-Fi, and accommodates both families and adult audiences.​

3. Victoria Theatre​

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 with 358 reviews, the Victoria Theatre is one of Singapore's oldest and best mid-size theatres.

Located at 9 Empress Place in the historic Civic District, it presents a charming venue for theatrical performances with full accessibility features and onsite dining. The theatre is managed by the Arts House Group, which oversees several key performing venues in Singapore.​

4. Drama Centre​

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Housed within the National Library building at 100 Victoria Street, the Drama Centre (rated 4.6/5) is an intimate venue that hosts diverse productions from theatre companies and independent artists. It's particularly known for supporting local and experimental works, providing a platform for both established and emerging theatre makers.​

5. The Star Performing Arts Centre​

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Located at 1 Vista Exchange Green, The Star is a modern concert hall with excellent facilities and a 4.6-star rating from nearly 3,000 reviews. Beyond traditional concerts, it hosts theatrical productions and family-friendly shows, with onsite bar and restaurant facilities.​

6. Kewalram Chanrai Arts Centre​

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This dedicated performance space (rated 4.7/5) at 20 Merbau Road serves as home to the Singapore Theatre Company and hosts diverse theatrical productions. With comfortable seating and good ambience, it's become a beloved venue for theatre-goers.​

7. Wild Rice @ Funan​

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Wild Rice, Singapore's celebrated theatre company celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025, operates a venue at 107 North Bridge Road, Level 4. The 20,000 sq ft space spans three levels and includes a 358-seat theatre featuring Singapore's only thrust stage—where the performance space sits in the middle of the auditorium with audience on three sides, based on the Royal Shakespeare Company's design. This intimate configuration creates unique, immersive theatrical experiences.​

8. Singapore Repertory Theatre​

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SRT, under founding artistic director Ivan Heng, presents classical and contemporary works. Among its productions is an adaptation of William Golding's Lord of the Flies directed by The Young Co., combining classical literature with visceral modern staging that brings dark human narratives to life on stage.

December 2025 & January 2026 Highlights

1. Disney's Beauty and the Beast

Opened December 11, 2025, at the Sands Theatre, running through January 4, 2026. With ticket prices ranging from SGD 70–300, this production features elaborate staging and appeals to families and theatre enthusiasts alike. Showtimes vary: Tuesday–Friday at 8 pm, Saturday matinees at 2 pm with evening shows at 8 pm, and Sunday performances at 1 pm and 6:30 pm.​

2. The Nutcracker ballet

Returns December 16–20, 2025, at Esplanade Theatre, featuring international ballet superstars and the iconic Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Waltz of the Snowflake. Tickets range from SGD 88–188.​

Festival Programming

1. Light to Night Singapore 2026​

Running January 9–31, 2026, across the Civic District, Light to Night's 10th edition theme "The Power in Us" features interactive art installations, façade projections, and live performances celebrating collective creativity and community connection.​

2. M1 Singapore Fringe Festival​

Running January 14–25, 2026, the Fringe Festival showcases contemporary, cutting-edge, and socially engaged works by Singaporean and international artists across multiple venues. This annual festival brings experimental theatre, innovative performances, and participatory events to diverse audiences.​

3. Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA)​

Scheduled for May 2026, SIFA returns as Singapore's premier international arts festival, presenting diverse theatrical works from local and international artists across multiple venues throughout the city.​