When Singapore was first proclaimed a city in 1951, the City Council declared that "Majulah Singapura" (Let Singapore Flourish) would be Singapore's motto. This crest sits at the entrance to Victoria Theatre.

Within and around this building, there are many instances of the "VRI" motif. VRI stands for Victoria Regina Imperatrix, which is Latin for "Victoria, Queen and Empress". This motif is Queen Victoria's royal cypher and acts as a monogram and symbol for the queen.

The building is actually a complex made up of two separate buildings built 43 years apart and joined by a clock tower. Victoria Theatre on your left was built in 1862, and the Victoria Concert Hall on your right was built in 1905. The building is now used as a performing arts centre.

Although the entire complex was completed in 1909, it has undergone a number of renovations and refurbishment, most recently in 2010 when it was closed for a four-year renovation project. It reopened on 15 July 2014.

Built in 1862, Victoria Theatre is the oldest part of the building, and was originally known as the Town Hall. It was used for public meetings, social entertainment and other activities. Before Singapore achieved self-governance, this building also housed various municipal offices.

While walking around the theatre, you notice a piece of paper lying on one of the seats. You realise that it is a music score, but it is untitled. It might be useful, so you decide to hang on to it.

You notice a piano on the stage, perhaps it was used for practice earlier. Would you like to play the piano?