Shaw Theatres Lido Hall 1

After introducing the Shaw Lido cineplex earlier on, let us take a look at Hall 1 of the same cinema. It is on level 6 and is accessed through the narrow escalator together with halls 2 and 3.

Hall 1 is the biggest hall of all 11 screens, with a capacity of about over 400. It is configured to have rows A to Z, with two side aisles and a middle aisle.

Seating configuration. The screen is positioned at the top (i.e. in front of row U).
Image from www.shaw.sg

Different from other big halls like GVmax and Grand Cathay, the entrance is located somewhere at the top right of the image. Curtains concealing the entrance are closed when the movie starts so as to keep out the light.There is also male and female toilets on the left, which is exclusively for patrons in this hall so you can visit the washroom in the middle of the movie. One notable feature is that there are pillars near the sides of the hall (actually some other halls in Lido also have pillars, like Lido 7). The screen is large and bright, located in front of something like a stage. As with other cinemas, the curtains open up further to reveal a wider screen after the commercials.

Entrance located on the right.
Observe that the seats are positioned radially and form an arc so that every seat faces the screen.

Like the other halls, the seats are all fitted with headrests. They are one of the more comfortable seats around. Seat numbers are near the edge of the armrests and be sure to put your drink or popcorn on the right armrest facing the screen.

Lido halls are fitted with these ergonomic seats. They are well shaped, though they feel slightly harder and less soft than in other cinemas.

Overall, the great screen, new and comfortable seats, nice carpeting and outstanding cinematic atmosphere makes Shaw Lido Theatre 1 stand out among the crowd! Perhaps one of the few downsides is that it can get a bit cold at times if the theatre is not packed, so bring a jacket along or wear some sleeves. Do try out Lido 1 someday!

2018 Student and Senior Citizen Movie Ticket Discounts

Cinema operators in Singapore have long offered great ticket discounts to students and senior citizens. Here is a list of the preferential prices you can enjoy as a student (primary, secondary and tertiary students such as polytechnic students and university undergraduates with student ID) and as a senior citizen (55 years and above with valid identification card). Be sure to bring your ID card as proof to enjoy these lower rates. Only 1 discounted ticket is permitted per ID card.

For Golden Village, Cathay and Shaw, these prices are valid for showtimes before 6pm Mondays thru Fridays, excluding public holidays and eves. Other rules apply for Filmgarde and WE Cinemas, as listed below. They are not valid on online, app and phone bookings. Keep this list handy to save you some money at the theatres!

1. Golden Village

Students
$7 per standard movie ticket, $8 for GVmax, $10 for D-Box
Top up $2 for 3D movies

Senior Citizens 
$4.50 per standard movie ticket.

These are valid exclusively at the box office and automated ticketing machines.

2. Cathay Cineplexes

Students
$7 per normal ticket, and $8 for 3D movies

Senior Citizens
$5 per normal ticket

Tickets only available for same day purchase at the box office counters.

3. Shaw Theatres

Students
$6.50 per regular ticket, $9 for 3D, $12 for IMAX, and $14 for IMAX 3D ticket

Senior Citizens
$4 per regular ticket, $12 for IMAX digital, and $14 for IMAX 3D

4. Filmgarde Cineplex

Students
$10 per regular ticket, including a free small popcorn and small drink
$13 per 3D ticket, with a free small popcorn and small drink of your choice

Senior Citizens
$4 per ticket (for weekday shows before 5pm only, excluding PH and eve)

5. WE Cinemas

Students
$7 per standard ticket, $8 for 3D, and $9 per ATMOS ticket

All day on Mondays to Wednesdays, and before 6pm on Thursdays and Fridays. Excludes PH and eves.

Senior Citizens
$4.50 per standard ticket, and $6.50 per 2D ATMOS ticket

Valid weekdays for movies screened before 6pm, excluding PH and eves.

Cinema mobile apps for Shaw, Cathay and GV

Shaw Theatres app: cinime

Google Play rating: 3.7 (based on 94 reviews)
App size: 12.30MB
Free to download. For iOS and Android.

cinime app interface

Booking of tickets through cinime
The theatre shown is Lido 1

In addition to allowing users to check movie schedules and book tickets through the app, cinime allows users to unlock rewards and enter contests through a unique in-cinema feature. At the theatre, the cinema screen will prompt users to turn on the app before the commercials. The app will then provide special content, such as interactive contests where users can take part in quizzes shown on the theatre screen through the app in real time. Bonus content can also be unlocked when various commercials are shown, without a need for a 3G or WiFi connection. There is also a feature to scan cinema posters in exchange for "goodies".

With a black background, the app interface is appropriate for use in the dark theatre while the ads are playing, through patrons will be prompted to keep their phones away when the actual movie begins. The latest update even adds a calender reminder feature to the list. This is probably by far the most advanced and interactive cinema app that has been introduced.

To download cinime
Apple App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/app/shaw-cinime/id686566592
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yummimedia.shawcinime&hl=en


Cathay Cineplexes app: iCathay
Google Play rating: 3.5 (based on 252 reviews)
App size: 1.56MB
Free to download. For iOS and Android.

iCathay allows users to book movie tickets, view the details of their favourite movies and access the latest promotions at Cathay with the purple-themed app. As with Shaw's cinime and GV's iGV app, users can view the seating plan and select their own seats when booking tickets through iCathay. Users can also submit their feedback and suggestions through the app. The app is simple and requires minimal app permissions when downloaded through Google Play so it sure is a clean cut app.

iCathay app interface

Booking of tickets through iCathay
The theatre shown is The Grand Cathay

To download iCathay
Apple App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/app/icathay/id427846639
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.csam.cathay.activity&hl=en


Golden Village app: iGV
Google Play rating: 3.2 (based on 239 reviews)
App size: 1.83MB
Free to download. For iOS and Android.

With the iGV app users can book tickets and view information on cinemas or movies conveniently on their phones. It is also integrated with the GV Movie Club loyalty programme as it allows users to log in to their accounts to enjoy discounts. The app is also equipped with a feature that allows patrons at GV City Square to enter the theatres using a QR code that acts as their movie ticket. Together with less than frequent updates for the app, it also appears that some patrons have reported issues booking their tickets through the app.

iGV app interface

Booking of tickets through iGV
The theatre shown is GVmax

To download iGV
Apple App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/app/igv/id293615901
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.innosoft.gvmobile