Gateway Entertainment:

Simply Magic

Gateway Entertainment is wholly dedicated to creating unforgettable magical experiences. Established in 2000, Gateway Entertainment was set up to produce homegrown theatre, magic shows, corporate events, movies and social/community ventures. Since then, it has remained a committed contributor to Singapore’s arts scene through its stage productions, arts programmes and social ventures.

Drawing on the universal power of magic to move and delight, Gateway Entertainment has created and staged mega illusion-theatre productions in over 100 cities that have been enjoyed by millions of people around the world. As part of its vision to positively influence popular culture, Gateway Entertainment has also produced 22 movies and television specials that have been seen all throughout Asia.

Our Venue

Gateway Entertainment also manages and operates Gateway Theatre, an arts centre in Bukit Merah. With a 922-seat Theatre, 207-seat Black Box, a Dance Studio, and other multi-purpose spaces, there is a space for everyone at Gateway Theatre. Its mission is to support and promote made-in-Singapore works and talents of all cultures, while developing an appreciation of the arts in Singapore.

Milestones:

For over 25 years, Gateway Entertainment has evolved through bold productions, international journeys and meaningful community impact. Explore the milestones that have shaped who we are today.

2000
Gateway Entertainment is established.
2001
Its first flagship production, Magic of Love premieres. It toured globally to more than 30 cities over the next 5 years.
2002
Project SMILE is launched, extending Gateway Entertainment’s impact beyond the stage through community outreach.
2008
MAGICBOX premieres at the Esplanade Theatre, Singapore. Aspects of the show would later feature in Chingay 2009.
2010
Christmas Magic premieres, and Lawrence receives the Elite Diamond Merlin Award for Magician of the Year.
2011
Gateway Entertainment’s largest theatrical production, VISION, is staged for the first time at the Esplanade Theatre.
2016
Christmas Magic begins its first tour of Mainland China, marking Gateway's expansion into the Chinese market.
2017
Gateway Theatre officially opens, establishing a permanent home for the arts and community, and premieres The Nutcracker.
2018
Christmas Magic gets rebranded as Celebration of Life for a third tour in China, marking a new chapter in its creative journey.
2023
Celebration of Life makes its long-awaited Singapore homecoming after a decade.
2024
Gateway Entertainment returns to Japan after 18 years with Celebration of Life.
2025
Gateway Entertainment celebrates 25 years of inspiring audiences with the signing of a partnership with TVBi.