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Resorts World Sentosa to host Asian premiere of ‘Harry Potter: Visions of Magic’ immersive experience

Resorts World Sentosa to host Asian premiere of ‘Harry Potter: Visions of Magic’ immersive experience
March 29, 2024

Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore has been announced as the venue to host the Asia Premiere of the multimedia spectacle Harry Potter: Visions of Magic - an immersive experience created by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and NEON that explores some of the most mysterious corners of the wizarding world across 4000 square metres.

Visitors can immerse themselves in a series of experiences inspired by enigmatic places in the magical community, like the Room of Requirement, Newt's Menagerie, the Ministry of Magic, and more. Responsive video content, bold architecture, and original soundscapes create breathtaking multi-sensory installations, while interactive technology invites guests to illuminate the invisible, revealing visions of magic that bring the entire experience to life.

Following the sensational success of its world premiere in Germany, Harry Potter: Visions of Magic is now ready to welcome guests in Southeast Asia. Fans of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts can look forward to a newly enhanced journey created specifically for Resorts World Sentosa with an additional 1000 square metres of expanded spaces.

Fans around the world have embraced this experience which is now close to a complete sell-out in Germany. The overwhelming demand for tickets, surpassing a remarkable 138,000 tickets prior to the grand opening and notably, Ticketmaster Germany honoured NEON with the Highest Pre-sale Award, affirming the immense success achieved in the previous region.

"Harry Potter: Vision of Magic combines our beloved franchise with an interactive art experience creating an all-new kind of 'magic' for our fans," shared Peter van Roden, Senior Vice President, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment. "Not only are we excited to be bringing the world tour to our fans in Singapore but to be expanding the experience with never-before-seen environments."

Ron Tan, Executive Chairman & Group Chief Executive of NEON enthused "we are thrilled to hold the Asia premiere of this unique experience right here at Resorts World Sentosa, bringing Harry Potter: Visions of Magic to our friends and families in Singapore, as well as to visitors from across the world.

"This exciting endeavour is made possible with the tremendous support from our valued partners at Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Resorts World Sentosa. Distinctively, we would like to express our thanks to Mr. Peter van Roden, Senior Vice President, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Mr. Tan Hee Teck, Chief Executive Officer, Resorts World Sentosa, for their support and together, we look forward to welcoming everyone to come experience this immersive adventure where magic and wonder await at every turn."

Tan Hee Teck, Chief Executive, Resorts World Sentosa added "Resorts World Sentosa has a stellar track record of captivating our guests with our best-in-class events and gastronomy options as well as our world-class attractions. As the inaugural host in Asia for Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, we look forward to extending a warm welcome to fans worldwide all within a magically transformed indoor setting at Resorts World Sentosa. Hosting Harry Potter: Visions of Magic at our integrated resort will create shared memorable moments for our guests. This spellbinding attraction will also anchor Resorts World Sentosa as a foremost location that offers groundbreaking experiences and global entertainment offerings.”

Harry Potter: Visions of Magic will be launching in Singapore during the fourth quarter of 2024, though no specific dates have been mentioned so far. Tickets are not on sale yet, but you can join the waitlist here, with early access to the pre-sale.

NEON's global partnerships have enabled the Group to bring compelling experiences that leave lasting memories to millions of visitors in more than 70 cities to date globally. 

Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Asia's premium lifestyle destination resort, is located on Singapore's resort island of Sentosa. Spanning 49 hectares, RWS is home to world-class attractions including Universal Studios Singapore, S.E.A. Aquarium, Dolphin Island and Adventure Cove Waterpark. RWS is wholly owned by Genting Singapore, a company of the Genting Group. 

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