of mature plants in the landscaped areas and the sheer height of each zone contrib- uted to a very immersive experience and apart from the major rollercoaster being out of action, I didn’t feel as though I was visiting a brand new park. The mix of attractions is well balanced and I was particularly impressed with the way in which heavily themed fl at and kids’ rides co-exist with the thrill rides. A family of broad ages could easily enjoy this park without too many arguments, because each age group can enjoy something within a small radius rather than walking from one end of the park to the other. The street theatre and live interactive
shows were my personal favourite. In Far Far Away (my favourite zone), Donkey Live kicked off with a sing along show featur- ing Shrek’s sidekick Donkey. This was an animated show using a host to play the
“straight man” to the Donkey’s comic rou- tine and to begin with I feared the worst. Could Universal Studios Singapore successfully transfer what is essentially a Western product, Western script and
humour to an International audience using local performers? Yes, absolutely. The show was light, funny and consid-
erate (guests provide the “material” for Donkey’s gentle ridicule) and superbly well acted by the host. It didn’t matter that the guests gave Donkey nothing to work with; the actors were as well rehearsed and innovative with their delivery as an impromptu comedy team. The design and execution of each zone
are of a world-class standard and if you go to Singapore wanting to experience the American brand that is Universal Studios, you won’t be disappointed. For me however, I was hoping for a little more of Singapore (or Asia) in the park. Having been blown away by the way in which Disney has successfully cre- ated a Hong Kong Disneyland rather than Disneyland in Hong Kong, I was left want- ing more Asian infl uences and design elements and a greater nod to my geo- graphical location than I got. Like all attractions, the success of
Universal Studios Singapore will be deter- RIGHT TO REPLY A SPOKESPERSON FROM UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE
“During our daily pre-opening tests conducted on 25 March 2010, we found a technical problem on the Battlestar Galactica attraction. In keeping with our commitment to employee and guest safety, the ride was immediately closed by Universal Studios Singapore. We are still investigating the cause and solution to the problem
and presently cannot speculate as to when the Battlestar Galactica attraction will reopen. The safety of our guests and employees
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remain our top priority. Every ride meets or exceeds industry guide- lines and goes through a series of detailed inspections and testing to ensure that all the ride’s safety systems are functioning properly. No ride will be operated at any time unless it has passed all daily inspections and tests. The opening of Battlestar Galactica will only take place when Universal Studios Singapore is thoroughly satisfi ed that the ride will deliver the best experience for all guests.”
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Street theatre and live interactive shows ensure guests are entertained in-between rides and activities
mined by its visitor numbers. A world-class attraction is expensive to build and main- tain and therefore it comes with a world class ticket price. While overseas visitors may be prepared to pay the entrance fee, only time will tell whether the park can build enough repeat business from its rela- tively small local market. ●
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