A giant inflatable playground titled “Art-Zoo Splashes of Joy” World of Wonders has been set up at the Barra Kitchen until February 17.
Created by Singaporean artist Jackson Tan* and measuring at 27 metres with a width of 6 metres, the free-admission playground and installation is themed marine environmental protection, according to a recent statement by integrated resort operator MGM, and comprises the “Sunlit Zone”, “Twilight Zone” and “Midnight Zone”, all inspired by ocean creatures.
Tan created Art-Zoo in 2016, with its landscape and characters inspired by his childhood memories of visiting and drawing animals at Singapore Zoo and the animal themed playgrounds, according to Wikipedia, adding that the travelling inflatable art park was launched in 2017.
MGM China Holdings Limited President and Executive Director Kenneth Feng Xiaofeng was quoted by the statement as saying: “This new installation perfectly immerses into Barra’s creative atmosphere while serving as an advanced entertainment destination for families”.
Tan was quoted as saying that Barra district is “a unique space that is brimming with profound history and modern vitality. Besides, Barra’s maritime heritage also has strong connections with Art-Zoo’s theme of ocean”.
“Barra” means “harbour entrance” in Portuguese.
Also featured is the inflatable Bruno Bear, which is dressed as a diver, at Barra Pond, as well as an inflatable submarine at the Barra District – Dock Area that shows videos about having an environmentally-friendly attitude, according to the statement.
Moreover, the statement said that workshops for adults and children are being provided at weekends and public holidays until next month at Barra Kitchen, enabling participants to create small flowerpots and reusable bags, among others. Environmentally friendly small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have also set up shops in the area.
The playground is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Monday to Friday, and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at weekends and public holidays during the period. Each play session lasts 45 minutes.
More details and appointment registration for the workshops and playground sessions can be found on https://www.mgm.mo/en/cotai/entertainment/art-zoo
*His Chinese name is 陈俊杰 (Chen Junjie)
This undated handout photo recently provided by MGM shows the “Art-Zoo Splashes of Joy” World of Wonders set up at Barra Kitchen in the Inner Harbour’s Barra district.
