Kalam — Confluence of Writers & Ideas is a community-driven literary gathering in Kuala Lumpur, part of the Kreatif KL Festival by Think City, celebrating creativity, diversity, and community. Kalam will bring together over 40 speakers from nine countries, including prominent writers and intellectuals like Malaysian cartoonist Lat, Indonesian poet Goenawan Mohamad, and Philippine author Marga Ortigas. The event will feature 27 programs across venues like Muzium Telekom and Central Market, exploring the evolving literary landscapes of Kuala Lumpur and the region. We speak to Pauline Fan, the curator of the programme, to find out more.



Image credit: Kalam Kuala Lumpur (Instagram)

<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/Kalamkreatifkl2024">Kalam — Confluence of Writers &amp; Ideas</a> is a community-driven literary gathering in Kuala Lumpur, part of the Kreatif KL Festival by Think City, celebrating creativity, diversity, and community. Kalam will bring together over 40 speakers from nine countries, including prominent writers and intellectuals like Malaysian cartoonist Lat, Indonesian poet Goenawan Mohamad, and Philippine author Marga Ortigas. The event will feature 27 programs across venues like Muzium Telekom and Central Market, exploring the evolving literary landscapes of Kuala Lumpur and the region. We speak to Pauline Fan, the curator of the programme, to find out more.Image credit: Kalam Kuala Lumpur (Instagram)

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Kalam — Confluence of Writers & Ideas

Rahmat Bahgia 2024 is an immersive art and community event that celebrates the vibrant connection between art, community, and shared memories, with a nostalgic focus on reliving childhood and iconic cultural objects familiar to Malaysians. The event will showcase life-sized replicas of beloved items, art performances, music shows, and creative workshops, and the highlight will be the unveiling of Lorong Seni, Jalan Negara Kita, a permanent creative space designed to foster artistic collaboration and cultural pride. We find out more from Nazura Rahime, the Gallery Owner of A.P. Art Gallery, Anderson Ee, the Curator of the show, and Ahmad Hakym, the co-founder of KLsketchnation.



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<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DBJWJFPS7Ls/?hl=en">Rahmat Bahgia 2024</a> is an immersive art and community event that celebrates the vibrant connection between art, community, and shared memories, with a nostalgic focus on reliving childhood and iconic cultural objects familiar to Malaysians. The event will showcase life-sized replicas of beloved items, art performances, music shows, and creative workshops, and the highlight will be the unveiling of Lorong Seni, Jalan Negara Kita, a permanent creative space designed to foster artistic collaboration and cultural pride. We find out more from Nazura Rahime, the Gallery Owner of A.P. Art Gallery, Anderson Ee, the Curator of the show, and Ahmad Hakym, the co-founder of KLsketchnation.Image credit: jalannegarakita (Instagram) (background)

Rahmat Bahgia 2024

The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) are set to present their inaugural benefit concert, Resonance for a Reason, a special event will blend music, philanthropy, and nation-building. The concert aims to raise awareness and support for the MPO's talent development program, and will feature renowned performers like Dato' M Nasir, Dato' Sheila Majid, and Misha Omar, alongside the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. We discuss the upcoming concert, and how the MPO wants to continue to nurture young talents and promote music appreciation, with the show's conductor Ahmad Muriz Che Rose, who is also the Head of Music Talent Development at the MPO.



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The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) are set to present their inaugural benefit concert, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mpo.com.my/mpo-benefit-concert-2024">Resonance for a Reason</a>, a special event will blend music, philanthropy, and nation-building. The concert aims to raise awareness and support for the MPO's talent development program, and will feature renowned performers like Dato' M Nasir, Dato' Sheila Majid, and Misha Omar, alongside the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. We discuss the upcoming concert, and how the MPO wants to continue to nurture young talents and promote music appreciation, with the show's conductor Ahmad Muriz Che Rose, who is also the Head of Music Talent Development at the MPO.Image credit: MPO

MPO Benefit Concert: Resonance for a Reason

Laluan Amaryllis . Still is a contemporary dance theatre production by Kwang Tung Dance Company that explores the timeless themes of migration and existence. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the performance reflects on survival strategies of individuals and communities who move from their homeland to a new environment, exploring the emotional and physical realities of migration. The show brings together talented choreographers, designers, and musicians, to craft an immersive experience that challenges audiences to rethink the meaning of movement and existence. We find out all about it from Wong Pui May, a member of the Kwang Tung Dance Company.



Image credit: Kwang Tung Dance Company (via Onetix)

<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.onetix.com.my/events/still--dance-theatre/314">Laluan Amaryllis . Still</a> is a contemporary dance theatre production by Kwang Tung Dance Company that explores the timeless themes of migration and existence. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the performance reflects on survival strategies of individuals and communities who move from their homeland to a new environment, exploring the emotional and physical realities of migration. The show brings together talented choreographers, designers, and musicians, to craft an immersive experience that challenges audiences to rethink the meaning of movement and existence. We find out all about it from Wong Pui May, a member of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/kwangtungdancecompany/">Kwang Tung Dance Company</a>.Image credit: Kwang Tung Dance Company (via Onetix)

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