Places to watch the Parade (particularly when you have no tickets)
86 comments Posted by Artxy at 3:00 PMHi, everybody! Many people didn't manage to receive tickets to the parade -kind of disappointing - but we see no reason why they couldn't be part of the celebrations simply because they don't have the tickets...
I was actually trembling in my seat when the aircrafts tore across the sky in thunderous motions, the shockwaves causing everything - my friends, my seat, even me! - to vibrate uncontrollably. Bet that everyone around the platform can feel it too... so join us and feel this bone-rattling sensation!
Places to locate yourself: around the Marina Bay
Places to locate yourself: around the city, particularly where there aren't any tall obstructing buildings; in the comfort of hotel rooms ard the city (if you can afford it); from your family flat (if you know you can at least see some fireworks partially)
There's a spectrum of activities occuring throughout Singapore, beyond what's mentioned above. Immerse yourself in these events with your family and friends; Spread the joy!
Find out more about these events:
everyone Expresses!
everyone Explores!
everyone Cares!
everyone Celebrates!
everyone Connects!
ENJOY! :D
The motivators are really quite incredible people. Don't understand how they can keep cheering, waving their hands, smiling, screaming enthusiastically and bouncing about. We suspect that it's because they simply enjoy the excitement they elicit from the audience! Who wouldn't? :)
Their limitless energy's impressive. Below's some photos of them at work/play:
And here's an interview with them:
'Aren't you bored with seeing so many of the rehearsals?'
'Nope, each rehearsal is different.' (gesturing to the audience)
Yes, indeed.
This blog was conceived after hours of planning, hours of meetings and hours of dealing with the dreadful html. To be honest, there have been many disputes, some disagreements, much frustrations.
We were disheartened sometimes, receiving much flake from even our friends and family (esp. during the initial stages). We were irritated that sometimes each photo took half-an-hour to upload (sometimes even resulting in an 'uploading failed' -.-'" ).
It's watching the audience smile that gives us reason to continue working. Their smiles are encouraging, boosting our morale.
Smiling
A language beyond borders
One that connects hearts
Unspoken, silent
But undeniably powerful
It brings Joy, Happiness
A rainbow of colours
to both the party who smiles
and the party who sees the smile
Each weekend, we look forward to watching our fellow citizens smile. Do you?
Here we r again to bring u news on our National Day celebrations! We r like the SAF version of MediaCorp, haha!
The sky has not darkened but the traffic has thickened...
"The early bird catches the worm". These early birds get some buns and a Funpack each instead :P And definitely, a choice for seats :D
Wanna know which is the best seat? This is! Unfortunately, u & I will not get to sit there, Awww :O
Ok, everyone in ur seats already?
Why the umbrellas? It's not raining, just that the sun is rather scorching:)
We r indeed reaching out! Not all Singaporean are forgotten, even those from homes and hospices are invited to the parade!
Lets get the show started!
This is just a pictorial sneak peek of the show. If u wanna know more, stay in tuned with us for the National Day Preview nxt wk! One of our focuses during the preview will be on the fireworks, so watch out and be dazzled:)
Everyone wants to be a star in some way. Why not be a star and shine for Singapore? :) So who are the stars of this NE show trilogy? Well, there are many bright stars shining for the show! Here are some of them.
Nope, this is not an art room. It's the holding area where the make-up artists are doing their best to make sure the participants look good and radiant for the show!
Punctilious in their work, the make-up crew will miss no spot!
The hair-spray crew. Once the face is done, it's time to do the hair! A galore of red and white hair-spray tubes. Enticing, eh? haha.The TOUCH Motivators never fail to show their exuberance with their "Carebear" garb. These people brighten the atmosphere for the show, haha.
A riot of colours. These stars are getting ready for the show. A lot of chatter goes on backstage before the show actually.
Haha, looks like we have young stars and starlets too! They're beaming away! =)Here're what goodies the participants get. We got them too. It comprises a potpourri of items, ranging from facewash, hair-do, hair spray and other hygiene products! Some measures to combat H1N1? Singapore is a clean city indeed and so are her people, haha.
The bodyguards of the team. Hunky and burly people to suit the job. Their shirts read "Profitable Protection". Indeed. They get to protect such acclaimed people.
And here they are, the Liverpool stars. They're tall people who tower over us Singaporeans!
Like us, they are all in red too! An uncanny coincidence? haha.
It seems that they went on a leisurely cruise around the Singapore River to Clarke Quay and back. I hope they enjoyed the ride as they basked in the warmth of the gleaming sun. A change in climate for them!
We were kindly asked to distance ourselves from the drop-off point and so here we were posing with the placard with the boats in the background.
Here are some videos for you ardent Liverpool fans. Pardon us for some of the shaky moments of the video camera. The videographer's an avid Liverpool fan and he was probably quivering with excitement upon seeing the stars.
Some time after they left, something equally fascinating arrived! These are the artillery gismos. They will be used to fire off heavy cannon shots during the Presidential inspection of the many contingents.
Back to the platform! The somber Military Police inadvertently smiles to express his heartfelt wishes for Singapore as shown by the placard. lol. (Click to enlarge)
Alright, we have the disciplined stars of the show! The marching contingents are having their usual rehearsals. Well, having come all the way from their schools, or camps, to Nee Soon Camp, and then finally to the floating platform, it has been one odyssey to relish!Being a star isn't easy. You've gotta put your best foot forward at all times in order to shine. The strict Sergeant Major is pointing that out.
But they always have a radiant smile on their faces. They know what they're doing is for the nation and it's worth it. :)
A brilliant array of colours can be seen from the myriad funpacks placed on the VIP seats. A good deal to have in addition to watching the performances!
And so the marching stars continue. Subsequently, they've gotta march back to the holding area to allow other participants to use the stage.
Along the way, we catch a glimpse of the vermilion-coloured Civil Defence vehicle and the robust drummers (Who have to carry such enormous drums that nearly eclipse their line of sight. haha.)
And so they carry on. But they keep their heads held up high and in fact, they're singing Army songs with pride in unison. I guess it's to boost their morale and to keep their spirits up high for the nation!
Check this out. Impeccable precision is observed as they march.
Indeed, the many stars for NDP 09 do shine brightly for Singapore. "Look at our faces they shine brightly in the sun" -Lyrics from our theme song! :-)
Morning Update @ 1pm
Afternoon Update @ 6pm
Evening Update @ 10 pm
Want to read our other Combined Rehearsals/ NE Shows posts? Their links are stated below... Enjoy!:
CR1@ our very First Combined Rehersal!
CR2@ How it all CONNECTs
CR3@ Come together, come Rejoice 3
NE1@ The very very first NE Show!