A curious art destination lives inside Gardens by the Bay, and it’s currently hosting three experiences you can’t miss

Experience automotive excellence at the Concours d’Elegance

This isn’t just a car exhibition, it’s a showcase in automotive excellence and discovery. The Concours d’Elegance, Southeast Asia’s premier automotive event organized by Hustle & Bustle, is coming to IMBA Theatre from August 13th to 16th. Expect to see vintage and classic cars holding the prestigious Concours title, alongside a showcase of collector automobiles, automotive design, craftsmanship, heritage and the stories behind the cars. Get a closer look at rare and exotic cars, and dive into an immersive storytelling experience inspired by legendary Grand Touring routes that round out an atmosphere that’s already “revved up.”  Whether you’re an expert in horsepower, or simply like to appreciate beautiful things built to last, this is an experience worth showing up for. Tickets are now available, and you can get yours here. 

Dive into Cj Hendry’s soft, plushy juju world  – open for one season only

Following the Southeast Asian premier of Flower Market, Cj Hendry has returned to Singapore with juju world, her first inflatable experience and the global premiere of a new larger-than-life installation built around her beloved character, juju. With their long, floppy ears, and iconic flower eyes, these pastel-clad juju’s can’t be purchased anywhere else, making them a true Singapore exclusive. In fact, they won’t be available anywhere outside of the juju world IMBA showcase. For the first and only time, Singapore will also feature the first edition of yellow juju world. Speaking of yellow, dive, quite literally, deeper into the fun with the sea of yellow juju balls, where socks are a must, and your inner child awakens. At the centre of the experience stands a giant inflatable juju, surrounded by larger-than-life environments designed for exploration, play and imagination. juju world is now open at IMBA, and you can get your tickets here.

Experience the world’s first immersive journey into Fernando Botero’s life

Meanwhile, Botero: A Life In Fullness, tells the story of the man behind the art, in fact this is the world’s first immersive experience dedicated to Fernando Botero, and it’s as personal as it gets. Narrated by his eldest son, Fernando Botero Zea, this 40-minute audiovisual tour traces Botero’s journey from his Colombian roots to global acclaim, through large-scale projections, animations and soundscapes featuring personal stories and family memories that add genuine emotional weight to his iconic pieces.

Step inside the way David Hockney sees the world

Where some artists will invite you to simply look at their work, David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away) invites you to look through it. This theatre-scale immersive experience moves through six chapters spanning six decades of Hockney’s groundbreaking career, from early experiments to his vibrant iPad paintings. As you watch Hockney’s pieces flow around you, an original score by Nico Muhly echoes through the venue, adding another layer to this deeply sensory journey.

Plan your next cultural day out and visit IMBA

Whether you’re stepping inside of David Hockney’s extraordinary way of seeing the world, or marvelling at some of the rarest cars ever assembled in Southeast Asia, IMBA has put together one of the most compelling cultural lineups Singapore has ever seen.