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The Esplanade's festival of Chinese-language opera, theatre and music, held around Chinese New Year. Some outdoor performances are free, but the ticketed indoor shows carry the main programme.
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The festival mixes paid and free programmes; tickets are non-refundable
Latecomers are admitted only at a suitable break in the performance
Most shows admit ages six and above, and every audience member needs a ticket, infants in arms included
Finding it: Esplanade, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981; take Exit D at Esplanade MRT, or Exit C from City Hall for the underground route
Address checked October 2026
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