The Republic Cultural Centre (TRCC)
Experience the heart of arts in the North.
As the cultural heartbeat of the North, The Republic Cultural Centre (TRCC) brings people together through the shared experience of the arts. From student showcases to community festivals, TRCC is where creativity comes to life. Our venues offer aspiring performers a space to grow, collaborate and connect with audiences through theatre, music, dance and visual arts.
Designed by Maki & Associates (Japan), TRCC blends elegant architecture with practical functionality. Under its distinctive fan-shaped roof, it houses two main performance spaces: a 1,111-seat Theatre and a 346-seat Studio. These are supported by rehearsal rooms, studios and recording facilities that enrich learning and artistic development.
TRCC is also home to CREATE Club, which comprises 23 performing arts CCAs spanning music, dance, drama, visual arts and culture. Each year, we present three signature festivals: Momentum Dance Festival, IGNITE! Music Festival and the Reflections Community Arts Festival, all celebrating student talent and local artistry.
Our venues
Theatre
The 1,111-seat Theatre is a versatile space that can be used for theatre productions, dance recitals, as well as conferences. The audience seating area has two levels; the Stalls (Lower level) can seat 838, while the Circle (Upper Level) can seat 273. The proscenium theatre has full fly capabilities, with a theatre stage that can be extended, an adjustable orchestra pit that can hold up to 50 musicians, and removable seats to accommodate wheelchair patrons and Audio & Lighting Cockpit position if required.
Booking Hours:
Minimum 4-hour block rental required between 8am – 11pm.
Note:
Bookings can be extended at 1-hour blocks if required.
Additional charges will be incurred for venue rental and manpower.
Resources:
Studio
The 346-seat Studio is an intimate space, suitable for solo music recitals, smaller ensembles or interactive drama. The Studio has timber floorings and configurable acoustic walls designed specifically for orchestras, recitals and unplugged performances. Part of the audience seating is retractable. There is no traditionally raised stage in the Studio.
Booking Hours:
Minimum 4-hour block rental required between 8am – 11pm.
Note:
Bookings can be extended at 1-hour blocks if required.
Additional charges will be incurred for venue rental and manpower.
Resources:
Notice: We accept booking requests from the following: All Government Agencies, Institutional Partners, Members of VWO under NCSS, National Sports Associations, and Sports and Recreation Centres under Singapore Sports Council, Arts groups, registered kindergartens under MOE, licensed Childcare Centre Operators registered with MSF.
Festivals
Momentum Dance Festival
RP’s dance festival that celebrates original works and diverse genres, bringing together top student dancers from schools across Singapore.
IGNITE! Music Festival
Singapore’s only student-run polytechnic music festival, spotlighting the best of local indie bands across two high-energy days.
Reflections Arts Festival
A 3-week celebration of local talent through music, dance, theatre, and visual arts — all in one vibrant community arts festival.
Contact us
Venue booking
Interested in hosting your event at TRCC? Complete our venue enquiry form (opens in new tab) to check availability and details.
Book a CREATE Club Performing Arts Group
Want to invite one of our talented performing arts CCAs? Fill out the booking form (opens in new tab) to get started.