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 8 Days 78 Race Course Road, (65) 6293 2389, (65) 6293 7029 Why They Won: Local entertainment news never gets away from the eyes of 8 days. The magazine is packed with gossips to could start conversations during your lunch break. A celebrity tabloid with a touch of Singaporean lifestyle inside too. 8 days is everyone's read. House Specialty: The TV-listings guide Acceptance Speech: "8 DAYS is delighted by the accolade given by Think readers. There is no greater compliment for a magazine than that given by readers!" - Ms. Tan Lee Sun, Group Editor Bet You Didn't Know: 8 days is in reference to non-stop reading after the seventh day which then becomes the eight day. Get it?
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 Cathay Cineleisure www.cathay.com.sg Why They Won: We LURVE Cathay! Not only the Thinkees (i.e. Readers), but the Thinkers (i.e. us) too! And we're not saying it just so that we'll get free movie passes and previews. Though I'm sure the Cathay people will be so happy to receive this award too. That they might give us. Free passes. To movies. Anyway, what we love is their comfy seats, bringing popcorn to your comfy seats, and watching the best choices of foreign films in a comfy seat. Because we love to read subtitles on shows we cannot possibly understand. Seriously. Bet You Didn't Know: After a five year rejuvenation, the Cathay Cineplex on Orchard is coming back to life...
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 Esplanade www.esplanade.com, Customer hotline: (65) 6828 8377 Why They Won: By now, it's probably world-renowned for its unique architecture which many compare the shape to our King of Fruit - the durian. Well, the cultural experience here is far from thorny, in fact going by the votes, folks think it is pretty exceptional In terms of acoustics, lighting, seats and the view etc. Packed chock-a-block with activities and performances, you can even get to enjoy free musical treats both indoors and outdoors! Esplanade has definitely boosted the local arts scene, provided a new performing venue for artistes and is helping to place Singapore on the global arts map. Acceptance Speech: "Thank you Think! We're delighted to have won. It means a lot to know it's come from the readers, because we've made it a point to engage with the community - the best venues in the world wouldn't make a difference if it weren't also for what takes place in them and the people who make it happen. This is strong encouragement to staff and it'll keep us going for a while." - Pearl Lee, Director of Corporate Communications & Public Affairs at Esplanade Bet You Didn't Know: The quality of a hall is often measured based on how "quiet" the room is. Esplanade's Concert Hall is so quiet that if someone's stomach in front were to growl, someone at the back of the venue about 50 m away would be able to hear it!
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 Singapore Zoo 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826, www.zoo.com.sg Why they Won: At this zoo, animals are not caged up; they are instead kept in wide open enclosures that are landscaped beautifully. Don't worry about the lions running after you because there are usually moats placed to act as barriers. We never knew you guys loved animals so much. Perhaps being in a place surrounded by concrete buildings to your left and your right, you tend to appreciate and hanker for nature's greatest gift. Just be careful not to scare the animals to death. We know you can be as entertaining as their resident Orang Utang, Ah Meng. Bet You Didn't Know: In 2004, the zoo was awarded 5 stars or cleanliness, functionality and creativity by Singapore's Restroom association. Honours Award: The Great Singapore Sale.
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 Toy Factory 15A Smith Street, Tel: (65) 6222 1526 Why They Won: From its humble beginnings in 1980 as a puppetry theatre company, the Toy Factory has evolved into a professional multi-disciplinary theatre company that has been amassing the Arts Awards and Life! Theatre Awards, and known for its zesty bilingual productions such as "Spirits" which debuted during the Jun Singapore Arts Festival 2005 and "Dangerous Liaisons" that won rave reviews for its unconventional interpretation of Christopher Hampton's love story revolving around decadence, manipulation and cruel intentions, attracting an audience of about 3 000. Acceptance Speech: "Wow, thank you THINK magazine readers for not only shedding wits but also sharing hearts!" - Mr Goh Boon Teck, Chief Artistic Director Bet You Didn't Know: According to a special Toy Factory tip-off, a mega production to watch for next year is "Cabaret", involving a special secret Asian superstar which has been staged in other countries but never before in Singapore.
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 Asian Civilisation Museum 1 Empress Place, (65) 6332 7798, www.nhb.gov.sg Why They Won: For being able to stir the Vatican's tour ship to Singapore and let thy soul bask in the glory of Christ. The Vatican exhibition held not too long ago was a fantastic showcase of artifacts hence it is through God's grace they we give them the Best Museum award. House Specialty: Cultural shows like The Whirling Dervishes and the Roman Fair would attract curious art enthusiasts.
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 WOMAD Annually in the Fall, Fort Canning Park, www.womadsingapore.com Why They Won: Each year, WOMAD Singapore holds its events with an eclectic mix of bands/acts across the world right down to the ghettos of Sri Lanka. This year's acts were nonetheless a masala mix of Asian beats from the energetic British group, Dhol Foundation to Israel's Idan Raichel Project. has got to be Apache Indian's surprise encore performance that brought the house down. Event Specialty: The drinks including their yearly specialty - ice cold martinis. Acceptance Speech: "We are delighted to be selected by the readers of Think for the Best Festival/Event Award. WOMAD Singapore is already in its 8th year and it is gratifying to see that we have been embraced by the community here. Onwards to our 10th year's anniversary in 2007!" - Ms Sarah Martin, Festival Director, WOMAD Singapore Bet You Didn't Know: If you're keen on getting a backstage view, sign up as a volunteer for next year's event. Honors Award: Baybeats, Esplanade.
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