From 31 March 2022, embark on Singapore’s first outdoor treasure hunt meets virtual theatre and gameplay to save the cultural treasures of the Civic District.
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Sight Lines Entertainment, in collaboration with Double Confirm Productions & Civic District Alliance (CDA), present Time Heist: Civic District, Singapore’s first outdoor treasure hunt meets virtual theatre and gameplay in the city, featuring the five arts & culture icons of the Civic District. Combining treasure hunt mechanics with multi-disciplinary storytelling, the adventure presents the rich stories and historic architecture of Asian Civilisations Museum, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, National Gallery Singapore, The Arts House, and Victoria Theatre and Victoria Concert Hall in new light through immersive gamification. Just in time with the easing of regulations and the holidays, ticket sales start from 31 March 2022, and will run till 3 July 2022.
Led by executive producer Derrick Chew and written by award-winning playwright Chong Tze Chien (Sight Lines Entertainment) and starring Hossan Leong (Double Confirm Productions), the interactive format comes to life via a web link accessed through QR codes that players have to hunt for in the Civic District. Readily accessible via the players’ mobile devices, players easily immerse into the world of Time Heist, putting their knowledge and mettle to the test.
For the past few months, the team worked closely with the Civic District Alliance (CDA) to develop Time Heist with the aim to enhance the awareness of the Civic District and its arts institutions. “The perfect opportunity arose with our forward-thinking partners at CDA with a focus to combine theatre with heritage, and using gaming to bring forth our vision to rethink what an immersive outdoor art experience can be,” shares Chew. “Building on our capabilities, we’re evolving along with our audiences, through market trends, research and audience feedback. We’re excited to bring to life the monuments of the Civic District, which have formed the arts & culture foundation of many Singaporeans, in our own unique way – where online meets on-site.”
Derrick Chew (Sight Lines Entertainment) and Hossan Leong (Double Confirm Productions)
Presented with a dossier, Time Heist enlist players as a team hailing from the far future of 2055, tasked with stopping a dastardly heist on Singapore’s treasured national monuments in present day 2022. Fully immersing players in an engaging speculative narrative, the game features live elements and plot twists connected to real world locations as players solve puzzles and complete side quests within the Civic District, all while exploring the rich stories and historic architecture of the precinct.
Presenting Civic District in a new light, Time Heist allows players to reimagine and reinvent their experiences in the Singapore’s arts & culture district. Combining multi-disciplinary storytelling with a live treasure hunt in the district to explore innovative and relevant ways to engage and nurture audiences, the adventure introduces the themes of each arts institution with immersive gamification, complemented and integrated by the many lifestyle establishments located within.
According to the CDA, “Time Heist is one of the first activation programmes as part of our placemaking efforts to develop Civic District as a social destination for the community. We are thrilled to have it unfold at the arts and culture precinct, where its rich history and culture, amenities and attractions, and lush scenery become the stage for our audiences to explore and enjoy.”
THE NEXT STEP IN ENTERTAINMENT
Time Heist Civic District action shot
Time Heist: Civic District continues Sight Lines Entertainment’s mission to develop new audiences by offering exciting theatrical experiences. This new outdoor immersive format marks an evolution in the company’s entertainment offerings, introducing live experiences in tune with audiences’ evolving demands and tastes. Having merged various technologies into their productions over the last two years, Sight Lines has incorporated learnings of audiences, and ongoing trends into Time Heist: Civic District. Presenting the adventure in readily-accessible QR codes and web browser-based interactivity, they aim to combine technology with storytelling in an accessible and fuss-free manner for audiences of all ages. Standard Tickets are priced at SG$40 for one, SG$50 for two and SG$54 for three, and The Time Heist VIP Package is available at SG$100.00/pax (minimum 4 pax) via www.sightlines.com.sg
Catch the trailer for ‘Time Heist: Civic District’ HERE.
Civic District Locations: Asian Civilisations Museum, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, National Gallery Singapore, The Arts House, and Victoria Theatre and Victoria Concert Hall
Civic District Website: https://artshouselimited.sg/civic-district
Recommended timings are 10.00am-5.00pm
Game Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours
