Find out more about the Show for NDP 2025! Get ready for the biggest show of the Nation! Explore the key highlights, from exciting performances to special segments that make this year’s show unforgettable.
Overview
Over 39 artistes and 3,000 performers will be featured in this year’s NDP 2025 Show. This year’s Show presents a forward-looking narrative, that evokes belonging, unity and hope among Singaporeans. Showcasing inclusive performances, intergenerational stories in show films and familiar yet deeply emotive songs, the Show reflects the collective journey of our people over the last 60 years of independence. The Show will be hosted by Joakim Gomez, Sonia Chew, Ebi Shankara and Siti Khalijah. William Xavier, also known as Mr X will reprise his role as the “Voice of NDP” as the emcee for the evening.
Key Highlights of the NDP 2025 Show
Pre-parade: “Makin’ Our Way”
The pre-parade segment takes Singaporeans on a musical journey. The segment will open with a musical film for the first time, starring our four Show hosts, 59 dancers from ITE and 100 TOUCH performers and motivators.
Directed by Benjamin Kheng, the video features an original NDP song “Makin’ Our Way“. The film brings audiences from their homes and Marina Bay to the Padang, and transitions seamlessly into live music and dance performances at the Padang.
Act One: “Our People, Our Diversity”
Act One celebrates the vibrant tapestry of Singapore’s diverse society through music, dance, colourful costumes and dazzling fireworks.
It opens with the NDP 2025 theme song, “Here We Are“, written and composed by Charlie Lim and Chok Kerong, and performed by Kit Chan and Charlie Lim. The duet celebrates the enduring Singapore spirit and the resilience and unity of Singaporeans, and encourages SIngaporeans to reflect on our shared journey, and revisit what ‘home’ means to us as we journey together beyond SG60.
Act Two: “Our Future, Our Aspirations”
Act Two shifts to a more reflective mood, with the visual aesthetic evoking a starry night, creating a dreamy atmosphere that encourages reflection and aspiration.
This Act will also feature another original NDP song “I Will Walk With You“, written, composed and performed by Linying. The song encourages audience to reflect on their individual hopes and dreams.
Act Three: “Our Resilience, Our Spirit”
Act Three centres on resilience through family bonds and the community spirit, acknowledging the efforts of generations who have paved the way for Singapore. It invites Singaporeans to shift their focus to the power of community.
Audience at the Padang will witness national icon Dick Lee singing “We Will Get There”in a helium-filled balloon that will float at the show centre.
Act Four: “Our Unity, Our Strength”
Act Four brings the National Anthem to life, embodying the NDP 2025 theme “Majulah Singapura”. It unites the dreams and aspirations of individual Singaporeans with our shared resilience into our collective national destiny, and beckons Singaporeans to come together and shape the future as one.
This Act brings together 398 performers from the Ministry of Education, 57 performers from SMU Samba Masala, 15 performers from MINDS, 17 performers from the Extraordinary People, 30 dancers from the STNY Brothers, and 59 performers from ITE.
The Act will culminate in a finale sing-along segment to crowd favourite songs such as “Stand Up For Singapore“, “One People, One Nation“, “Where I Belong“, “We are Singapore“and “Count on Me“. The sing-along segment will be in sync with a stunning fireworks display, lighting up the Padang and the Marina Bay, with a unique fireworks design to commemorate 60 years of Singapore’s independence (“SG60”).
NDP Show Guide
NDP60
The National Day Parade (NDP) is an annual parade held in Singapore to commemorate its independence. Held annually on 9 August, it is the main public celebration of National Day, and consists of a parade incorporating contingents of the Singapore Armed Forces, Ministry of Home Affairs, and local institutions and community groups, followed by a cultural presentation featuring music, dance displays, and a fireworks show.
