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smooth texture , precise image all from a screen which appears white . Now , for the first time , these incredible 1.4 and 2.0 gain PWT screens will be made available to all cinema operators globally . Travis Reid , Chief Operating Officer of RealD said , " We have a long and valued partnership with Harkness Screens and are delighted to be able to announce today this latest development in our relationship with them ." Mark Ashcroft , CEO of Harkness Screens said , " PWT is a wonderful piece of technology which is perfect for a wide range of auditoria and I am excited to be able to include it as part of our portfolio available to all Harkness ' customers . We work hard to find the right solution for all of our commercial partners , and in conjunction with RealD , we believe that PWT helps us take another step to achieving this goal ."
Golden Village Launches New Work-from-Lounge Concept at GV Suntec City
Are you tired of working from home , in need of some inspiration or just looking for a change of scene ? If you are , then Golden Village might just have the answer for you ! Golden Village ' s Z . E . S . T @ Gold Class , available exclusively at Suntec City Gold Class , is a new work-fromlounge concept that blends the thrill of a trip to the cinema with the essential needs of a fully functioning work space . Suntec City Gold Class is conveniently located in the central business district , and is just a short walk from Promenade MRT Station . Z . E . S . T - an abbreviation of Zen , Entertainment , Space , Taste - is the first of its kind in Singapore . Here , patrons can enjoy a conducive space in which to work or study , without the long-term commitment required by conventional co-working spaces , or the time-limitations often stipulated at cafes . Besides having a conducive space to work in , Z . E . S . T @ Gold Class patrons can also recharge themselves and stay on top of work with Golden Village ' s signature Zen Zone program . Patrons can enjoy a quick power nap on Gold Class ' s plush recliners between 12pm - 1:30pm or 2pm - 3:30pm . As one might expect from Singapore ' s leading cinema operator , it all comes with a blockbuster introductory offer that includes free popcorn , a complimentary cup of tea or coffee and movie discount vouchers .
Z . E . S . T @ Gold Class includes these attractive perks :
• 6 hours access to GV ' s luxurious Gold Class lounge ( 12pm to 6pm )
• High-speed WIFI access
• Complimentary cup of premium coffee or tea
• A box of regular GV popcorn
• Free-flow drinking water
• Customers will also receive an exclusive movie discount voucher to enjoy a weekday movie for $ 6 ( U . P . $ 9.50 ) or on the weekend for $ 9.50 ( U . P . $ 13.50 ) ( depending on day of pass purchase )
This move is part of GV ' s ' more than a movie ' brand promise , as Clara Cheo , Chief Executive Officer , Golden Village Multiplex explained : " We ' re very excited to launch Z . E . S . T @ Gold Class in response to the challenges faced by many of our customers who have had to work from home for a long period of time . As a business , we are continually looking at new
and innovative ways to remain relevant to our customers and demonstrate our ability to adapt to new realities . Z . E . S . T @ Gold Class is the latest step of our journey as we remain dedicated to providing our customers with more than a movie ". Other recent innovations by GV include M Pass ( value-for-money collectable movie card ); GV Show Book ( with movie and dining vouchers ); House of Mr . Popcorn Fabric Mask ; eStore launch on Shopee & eCapitamall ; the introduction of Virtual Reality pods @ GV Funan ; and Singapore ' s first alllaser cinema ( GV Paya Lebar ). Plans are also in the pipeline to screen live Mixed Martial Arts events by ONE Championship .
VOX-Dubai Autism Center Partner for Sensory Friendly Screenings
VOX Cinemas in partnership with Dubai Autism Center has introduced Sensory Friendly Screenings , a unique cinema experience which has been designed to make moviegoing more inclusive and accessible . The weekly screenings are adapted in a variety of ways so children with sensory sensitivities can enjoy the latest releases with their family and friends in a comfortable and welcoming environment . To reduce overstimulation , Sensory Friendly Screenings feature adjustments including reduced audio volume ,
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