Travel Diary: "Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter" Asian Premiere to Be Held at Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore

Opening in Q4 2024

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June 7, 2024, Singapore – Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and NEON have announced that Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore will host the Asian premiere of "Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter," which will be the largest exhibition of its kind to date. This unique immersive interactive art travel experience will be on display at Resorts World Sentosa in autumn 2024.

Created by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and NEON, "Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter" is a captivating interactive art experience that explores some of the mysterious corners of the wizarding world within a venue spanning over 40,000 square feet. Travel audiences can explore mysterious scenes inspired by iconic locations such as the Room of Requirement, Newt's suitcase menagerie of magical creatures, and the Ministry of Magic. The exhibition features breathtaking multi-sensory installations built with responsive multimedia content, bold stylized architecture, and original soundscapes. Audiences can use cutting-edge interactive technology props to illuminate hidden worlds, unveil magical illusions, and embark on a truly enchanting magical journey.

Following its successful global premiere in Cologne, Germany, "Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter" is now ready to welcome travelers from Southeast Asia. Fans of "Harry Potter" and "Fantastic Beasts" can look forward to a specially crafted, upgraded experience at Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore. An additional 10,000 square feet of expansion space will also be unveiled, making this journey at the high-end lifestyle resort even more unique and unforgettable.

This experience has been highly favored by fans around the world, with tickets in Germany already nearly sold out. Before the grand opening of the exhibition, ticket demand exceeded 138,000, fully demonstrating the uniqueness of this travel experience. Notably, Ticketmaster Germany awarded NEON its highest预售 award in recognition of the tremendous success in the previous region.

Mr. Peter Van Roden, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment, said: ""Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter" combines our beloved film series with an interactive art experience to create a new kind of 'magic' for our travel fans. We are not only thrilled to bring this world tour to fans in Singapore, but also to expand the experience through never-before-seen environments."

"We are delighted to host the Asian premiere of this unique experience at Resorts World Sentosa, bringing "Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter" to friends and family in Singapore as well as visitors from around the world," said Mr. Ron Tan, Executive Chairman and Group CEO of NEON. "This exciting endeavor is made possible by the invaluable collaboration and support of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Resorts World Sentosa. We would especially like to thank Mr. Peter van Roden, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment, and Mr. Tan Hee Teck, Chief Executive Officer of Resorts World Sentosa, for their strong support. We look forward to encountering magic and wonder at every turn and traveling together through this immersive adventure."

Mr. Tan Hee Teck, President of Resorts World Sentosa, said, "Resorts World Sentosa has an excellent track record of attracting our visitors with top-tier events, dining options, and world-class attractions. As the first host of 'Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter' in Asia, we look forward to warmly welcoming global fans within the fantastic indoor setting of Resorts World Sentosa. Hosting 'Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter' at our integrated resort will create shared unforgettable moments for our guests. This captivating attraction will also make Resorts World Sentosa a premier destination for groundbreaking experiences and global entertainment."

Stay tuned to Resorts World Sentosa's official social media accounts. We believe this exhibition will captivate audiences of all ages from around the world and provide an unforgettable magical experience!

"Harry Potter: A Magical Encounter"

About the Harry Potter Series

From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his incredible adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon continues to thrive, becoming one of the most successful and beloved travel entertainment industries in history.

Alongside J.K. Rowling's bestselling novels, the unique charm of Harry Potter comes to life vividly in an ever-expanding, interconnected universe beloved by millions of fans worldwide. Eight blockbuster Harry Potter films and three epic Fantastic Beasts movies have brought the magical world to the big screen, while "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" captivates travel audiences on stage. The latest video and mobile games from Portkey Games allow players to experience the wizarding world like never before. Fans can showcase their passion through innovative consumer products and enjoy thrilling experiences at five Universal Studios theme parks around the world.

The expanding portfolio of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts under Warner Bros. Discovery includes groundbreaking touring experiences and events, each designed to celebrate the special moments and locations cherished by fans, as well as Platform 9 ¾ retail stores and the iconic flagship store—"Harry Potter New York." Witches, wizards, and Muggles can explore behind-the-scenes secrets at "Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter" and "Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter."

With a new Max original television series based on the Harry Potter books on the horizon, this expanded wizarding world will continue to offer fresh and exciting ways for audiences to engage. For global fans and future generations alike, it invites every traveler to explore and experience the magic.

About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment (WBDGTE), part of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Brands, Franchises, and Experiences, is a global leader in creating, developing, and licensing real-world entertainment, live events, exhibitions, and theme park experiences based on the most influential stories and characters shaped by Warner Bros. film, television, animation, and game studios, including HBO, Discovery, DC, Cartoon Network, and more.

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment has pioneered The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios theme parks worldwide, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The WB Abu Dhabi hotel, The FRIENDS Experience, The Game of Thrones Studio Tour, and countless themed experiences inspired by the wizarding world, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Game of Thrones, FRIENDS, and more. With world-class partnerships, WBDGTE allows fans around the globe to authentically immerse themselves in their beloved brands and franchises.

About NEON

NEON (formerly Cityneon) is a global leader in creating and producing immersive experiences. NEON partners with top film studios, major enterprises, government agencies, and more worldwide. Examples include the "Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N." and its advanced version developed with Walt Disney and Marvel, "Avatar: Discover Pandora" developed with 20th Century Studios, "Transformers: The Exhibition" developed with Hasbro, "Jurassic World: The Exhibition" developed with Universal Studios, and "The Hunger Games: The Exhibition" developed with Lionsgate. Based on the DC and Wizarding World IPs, two new exclusive immersive art experiences developed in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment are expected to debut in 2024. NEON has also partnered with the governments of Peru and Egypt to produce and tour "Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru" and "Ramses the Great and the Gold of the Pharaohs," respectively, as global traveling exhibitions of authentic artifacts. Similar projects include "Pompeii: The Exhibition," "Mummies of the World: The Exhibition," "Victoria the T. Rex World Tour," and "Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away."

The group's various IP experiences are powered by ANIMAX, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NEON and a world-class creative animatronics powerhouse, focusing on entertainment robotics engineering and technology at its advanced facilities in Nashville, USA; Wuxi, China; and the Middle East.

NEON's global partnerships have brought engaging experiences to over 70 cities worldwide, leaving lasting memories for millions of visitors.

About Resorts World Sentosa

Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) is Asia's premier lifestyle travel destination, located on Sentosa Island, Singapore. Spanning 49 hectares, RWS is home to world-class attractions such as Universal Studios Singapore, S.E.A. Aquarium, Dolphin Island, and Adventure Cove Waterpark. Six unique luxury hotels, the top-tier Resorts World Convention Centre, complement the adventure and adrenaline-pumping experiences in its theme parks and attractions. RWS boasts numerous renowned celebrity-chef restaurants, offering award-winning dining experiences and exciting cuisines from around the world, making it a major player in Singapore's vibrant and diverse dining scene and a prime food destination for Asian gourmands. From star-studded concerts to immersive exhibitions, this integrated travel resort also offers world-class entertainment. In the TTG Travel Awards, which recognize outstanding players in Asia-Pacific tourism, Resorts World Sentosa has been named "Best Integrated Resort" for ten consecutive years and was the first integrated resort to be inducted into the TTG Travel Hall of Fame in 2023.

Resorts World Sentosa is wholly owned by Genting Singapore, a company under the Genting Group.