New performing arts theatre in Tanglin

With the news that Marina Square will be closing in March 2027, it’s hard not to feel sentimental about the places we’ve spent weekends at, met friends in, and made memories over the years. But thankfully, redevelopment news isn’t always straight-up bad news.

Over in Tanglin, there’s actually something exciting to look forward to. A new performing arts theatre will be opening within the upcoming mixed-use development – located where the Tanglin Shopping Centre once sat – bringing a new space for live performances to the Orchard Road area.

1,000-seat theatre opening by 2030

Image credit: Pacific Eagle Real Estate

Set to be ready by 2030, the upcoming 4-storey theatre will be a 1,000-seat proscenium theatre, which basically means there’ll be a large frame known as a proscenium arch surrounding the front of the stage.

If you’re not familiar with theatre terminology, think of the classic stage setup you’d see at a traditional theatre, where the performers are on one side, and the audience sits directly in front of them.