OH! Open House recently announced the closure of the popular immersive audio experience, New World’s End. It will cease operations on July 14, after becoming Singapore’s first permanent arts experience, helmed by a non-profit art organisation after launching in 2021.
New World’s End closure
The unique self-guided tour invites guests to pop on headphones and explore Jalan Besar, while immersing themselves in the fictional love story of Kiran and Rose, during a vibrant 1960s Singapore.
In fact, the story celebrates Singapore’s first amusement park – New World Amusement Park – a significant landmark from 1923 to 1987. Therefore, locals and tourists have been able to learn about lesser-known rich stories of Singapore the past three years on this remarkable walking tour.
The special farewell tours at New World’s End are offering a deeper insight into the characters and 1960s eras. Plus, all tickets and merchandise has been reduced by 50% until July 14.
More than 18,000 people got to experience Jalan Besar in a completely different way through this immersive storytelling format. The 60-minute immersive tour follows the young couple who go on a whirlwind adventure through many hip haunts of the historic Jalan Besar neighbourhood. The story comes alive as you follow them down city streets, fantasy rooms, apartments lost in time, shop-lit back alleys, and other intimate spaces at night in Singapore.
Crafted and created by some of Singapore’s best in film, music, theatre and the visual arts, the compelling story turns back time and brings to life historical events against t the backdrop of Kiran and Rosa’s love story.
How to book
The engaging audio tour begins at 85 Desker Road. Each tour lasts between 60 to 75 minutes. Sessions begin every half hour from 5.30pm to 9.30pm. It operates on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Tickets are normally $35 via the company website. But you’ll get the discounted version!
Certainly, you can’t miss this immersive experience before it finishes for good in July 2024 in Singapore. Why not book it as the perfect date idea or solo adventure around Singapore?
Editing contribution by Megan Zara Walsh.
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