Australia-born, New York-based artist Cj Hendry is making her Southeast Asia debut this June — and she’s bringing two of her most beloved experiences to IMBA Theatre at Gardens by the Bay. The double bill features the Southeast Asia premiere of Flower Market and the world premiere of JuJu World, the first inflatable experience dedicated to her iconic JuJu collectible series.
Who Is Cj Hendry?
Cj Hendry is known for hyperrealistic large-scale drawings and immersive public installations that blend art, spectacle, and popular culture. She has built a global following by making art genuinely accessible — her Flower Market installation drew hours-long queues and overwhelming demand in New York, Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, and Sydney. Both experiences at IMBA Theatre are designed for everyone, regardless of age or background.
Flower Market — SEA Premiere (10–14 June 2026)
Flower Market transforms IMBA Theatre’s gallery space into an exaggerated flower stand, filled with tens of thousands of plush blooms. Conceived from the simple, universal joy of flowers, the experience invites visitors to browse like a real market — picking up stems and building their own bouquets to take home. The fantastical installation is a nod to slow living and sensory joy.
The Singapore edition features over 30 flower varieties, including several designed exclusively for this launch: the Papilionanthe Miss Joaquim (Singapore’s national flower), the striking Raffles’ Pitcher Plant, and the vivid Singapore Ginger Flower. Entry is free, with walk-ins welcome. Every visitor’s first flower is complimentary. Pre-registration is encouraged via Fever or the IMBA website.
JuJu World — World Premiere (20 June – 18 July 2026)
JuJu World is the world’s first inflatable experience built around Hendry’s beloved JuJu collectible series — and Singapore gets the honour of hosting its world premiere. This is also the first JuJu experience in yellow, a bold new colourway for the series. Limited, large-sized JuJus will be crafted exclusively for Singapore, and will not be available anywhere else once the experience closes on 18 July 2026. The experience is ticketed, with more details to be announced closer to opening.
Playful and visually arresting, JuJu World extends Hendry’s signature approach of transforming the everyday into surreal, immersive environments. Together, Flower Market and JuJu World represent the most ambitious presentation of Hendry’s works in Southeast Asia to date. A media preview for JuJu World will be held on Friday, 18 June.
What They’re Saying
Michael Lee, CEO, IMBA, said: “IMBA Theatre is where curiosity grows. We’re excited to partner with Cj Hendry, whose work embodies everything we believe art and culture can be – bold, playful, and genuinely for everyone. Both Flower Market and JuJu World invite visitors to participate, not just observe; to touch, choose, and take something home.”
Teyi Guo, Director, Leisure Events, Singapore Tourism Board, added: “We welcome Cj Hendry’s works to Southeast Asia for the first time. Flower Market and JuJu World are bold and imaginative experiences that add to Singapore’s growing pipeline of world-class events, reinforcing our position as a compelling destination for arts and culture lovers from around the region and beyond.”
Artist Cj Hendry said: “Presenting my works in Southeast Asia with IMBA feels incredibly exciting because these activations represent our shared emotion and universal experiences, from curiosity to adolescence and nostalgia. This double bill at IMBA Theatre will spark joy among new audiences in the region, demonstrating that art is meant for everyone.”
Event Details
Flower Market (Southeast Asia Premiere)
📅 10–14 June 2026
🎟 Free entry. Walk-ins welcome. Pre-registration recommended.
📍 IMBA Theatre, Gardens by the Bay
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JuJu World (World Premiere)
📅 20 June – 18 July 2026
🎟 Ticketed. More details to be announced.
📍 IMBA Theatre, Gardens by the Bay
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