Marina Bay Sands – Wonder Full

Singapore

The Las Vegas Sands Corporation (LVSC) embarked on a world audit to identify and engage a single organisation capable of designing, developing and deploying a state-of-the-art, outdoor permanent multimedia attraction on the doorstep of Asia’s premier Integrated Resort – Marina Bay Sands.

Following a 12-month audit, Laservision was selected as the successful company to produce a show unique in scale and dramatic concept.

The light and water show would captivate audiences using music, theatrical lighting, water effects, pyrotechnics, fountains and choreographed special effects synchronised into a single, spectacular nightly performance.

As a result, the world-class ‘Wonder Full’ production came to fruition, driven by the same approach underwriting all of Laservision’s global, night-time spectaculars.

‘Wonder Full’ is a story of water and light creating life, told with water and light. The spectacular explores humanity and the beauty of the human experience. This is accomplished via original footage of the Singaporean community, an original sound score and an abundance of technologies spanning the 15.4 hectare (38-acre) site.

The show takes you on an emotional and heartfelt journey through the use of water, fire, light, laser and other high-impact entertainment technologies. In addition, the show features custom video projection and music produced in Singapore with community-focused content.

What Clients Say

The show is the exclamation point on the sentence of Marina Bay Sands.”

Modern audiences demand more from spectaculars and Laservision delivers.”

Best New Tourist Attraction”

The show is the exclamation point on the sentence of Marina Bay Sands.”

Modern audiences demand more from spectaculars and Laservision delivers.”

Best New Tourist Attraction”

ORIGINAL SCORE

‘Wonder Full’ celebrates local talent showcasing the best of Singapore musicians across two generations. Laservision engaged Mr Iskandar Ismail, an internationally renowned musician, composer, producer, music arranger and conductor to create an original sound score. Among a range of feats, Iksander was the composer for the Youth Olympic Games Opening & Closing Ceremonies, 2010.

Mr Daryl Ang was selected as the maestro and conductor for this prestigious project. A selection of his accomplishments includes the winner of the ‘50th Besançon International Young Conductor’s Competition’, 2007 and the ‘Arturo Toscanini Competition’, 2008.

The original soundtrack was recorded in Bratislava by the 140-strong Bratislava Symphony Orchestra, including vocalists consisting of 10 sopranos, 10 altos, 8 tenors and 8 basses. Also featured in the soundtrack is child violin prodigy, Gabriel Ng.

As part of this original soundtrack a rendition of ‘What a Wonderful World’ by Louis Armstrong was performed by the Bratislava Symphony Orchestra and two famous Singaporean singers, Mr Joakim Gomez and Ms Amni Musfirah.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

A large component of the installation sits on top of Singapore’s natural water reservoir with all projection and laser equipment housed out in Marina Bay. Consequently, Laservision complied by ensuring we surpassed the minimum required standards and by developing new, green technologies. More information on the green technologies we deployed can be viewed in the technical section below.

TECHNICAL

FOUNTAINS

Elegant, custom-designed musical fountain spanning the waterfront event plaza with 18 individually controlled fountains reaching up to 20 metres in height, in conjunction with independent tilt mechanisms allowing for a wide range of stunning liquid patterns
The fountains are illuminated by submerged high-powered, multi-coloured custom LED technology

WATER SCREENS

Three enormous water screens creating majestic liquid walls spanning about 2,000 square metres (1/2 an acre)
The water screen systems use a patented air-to-water mix ratio that aerates the surrounding body of water. Aeration promotes fish abundance and diversity, breaks down waste, neutralises excess nutrients from metropolitan run-off and reduces the level of gases such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulphide. As Marina Bay has become a water reservoir, the water screen systems have improved the quality of the drinking water

LASERS

Six high-powered Stella-Ray and Light-Ray laser systems producing over 300,000 milliwatts of laser energy capable of being seen for up to 55 kilometres outdoors
The solid-state optically pumped laser systems are now a staggering 2,000 times more energy efficient than traditional technologies

FLAME EFFECTS

‘Floating’ flame sources producing magnificent flames reaching over 25 metres or eight stories in height
Can be adjusted to vary in height and duration adding dynamic energy to performances
Equipped with advanced safety systems including automatic shutoff mechanisms, ensuring secure operation for both performers and audiences
Flames are designed to be visible from all angles, evoking emotions ranging from excitement to awe

ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING

Specialist architectural lighting was designed to accentuate the unique contours and structural elements of the Marina Bay Sands (MBS) buildings, ensuring they remain visually stunning both day and night
Utilised advanced LED technology to provide vibrant lighting while minimising energy consumption and environmental impact
Over 250,000 Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs)
Over 1,500 custom-made lighting fixtures were crafted to integrate seamlessly with the building’s design, delivering both functionality and aesthetic appeal

SEARCHLIGHTS

30 high-powered multi-coloured moving searchlights located on the waterfront Event Plaza, Skypark and ArtScience Museum Oculus
One billion foot candles of light arising from the Oculus of the ArtScience Museum into the heavens

CUSTOM FLOATING BARGES

Nine high-powered high-definition video projectors enclosed within customised floating barges
Water screen vessels and projection barges designed for use in natural waterways are always floating, so they rise and fall with variations in the water level, whilst remaining perfectly aligned

SUPPORT

To maintain the integrity and quality of ‘Wonder Full’, Laservision provided a comprehensive operation and preventative maintenance program. Additionally, Laservision’s Singapore branch office provides a dedicated support team of technicians who are devoted to ensuring the experience continues in its full glory.

Since its inception in February 2011, ‘Wonder Full’ has attracted an estimated 4.2 million visitors from around the globe. The show is popular with both locals and visitors and continues to play to over 30,000 spectators per week, driving a huge footfall to the area. The show has received international acclamation, including ‘Best New South East Asian Tourist Attraction’ by ASEANTA (Association of Southeast Asian Nations Tourist Association). In addition, the show won the PATA Gold Award for ‘Contribution to Culture’ (Pacific Asia Travel Association). Furthermore, ‘Wonder Full’ was awarded ‘Best International Multimedia Show’ by ILDA (International Laser Display Association).