KL City Opera (KLCO) will be presenting Opera Si! La Bohemia, a stunning reimagining of Puccini's La Bohème, set in 1960s Malaya, celebrating the 100th anniversary of Puccini’s death. Directed by Amelia Tan, this production transports audiences to the golden age of P. Ramlee and the Shaw Brothers’ film industry, blending classic opera with the cinematic flair and vibrant culture of the era. Featuring a talented double cast, the performances promise a visual and auditory feast, and we find out all about it from conductor Dr Bernard Tan, and tenor Tan Chee Shen.

KL City Opera (KLCO) will be presenting <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cloudjoi.com/shows/opera-si-la-bohemia">Opera Si! La Bohemia</a>, a stunning reimagining of Puccini's La Bohème, set in 1960s Malaya, celebrating the 100th anniversary of Puccini’s death. Directed by Amelia Tan, this production transports audiences to the golden age of P. Ramlee and the Shaw Brothers’ film industry, blending classic opera with the cinematic flair and vibrant culture of the era. Featuring a talented double cast, the performances promise a visual and auditory feast, and we find out all about it from conductor Dr Bernard Tan, and tenor Tan Chee Shen.

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Dama Asia are celebrating their 30th anniversary this year, with a spectacular showcase of song and dance in Magical 30 - A Malaysian Musical Journey. This vibrant production pays tribute to the theatre supporters and diverse audiences who have shared this journey, featuring a multi-racial Malaysian cast performing international hits in multiple languages, including English, Malay, Chinese, Tamil, and more. With 30 soul-stirring songs, 30 insightful perspectives from theatre practitioners, and 30 witty quips about show business, Magical 30 promises an unforgettable evening of joy, laughter, and cultural celebration. We speak to Artistic Director and Director Pun Kai Loon, and cast members Freida Ooi and Zamil Idris to find out what's planned at this anniversary bash.

Dama Asia are celebrating their 30th anniversary this year, with a spectacular showcase of song and dance in <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.onetix.com.my/events/magical-30--a-malaysian-musical-journey/342">Magical 30 - A Malaysian Musical Journey</a>. This vibrant production pays tribute to the theatre supporters and diverse audiences who have shared this journey, featuring a multi-racial Malaysian cast performing international hits in multiple languages, including English, Malay, Chinese, Tamil, and more. With 30 soul-stirring songs, 30 insightful perspectives from theatre practitioners, and 30 witty quips about show business, Magical 30 promises an unforgettable evening of joy, laughter, and cultural celebration. We speak to Artistic Director and Director Pun Kai Loon, and cast members Freida Ooi and Zamil Idris to find out what's planned at this anniversary bash.

Magical 30 - A Malaysian Musical Journey

The upcoming choral production Radiant Dawn promises a transcendent musical experience, showcasing sacred works that span five centuries, from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Set to be performed by the KL Madrigal Singers and Players, we find out what's in store from Scott Woo, a tenor and the Director of the group, and together we're going to explore how these sacred traditions, through composers like Tallis, Byrd, Bach, and Poulenc, come alive to illuminate the journey of faith, culture, and artistry.

The upcoming choral production <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Xoj-l3niiq5jYtKevj7oIihGioyoHfm0KFjMdpE8p_0/viewform?edit_requested=true">Radiant Dawn</a> promises a transcendent musical experience, showcasing sacred works that span five centuries, from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Set to be performed by the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/klmadrigalsingers/">KL Madrigal Singers and Players</a>, we find out what's in store from Scott Woo, a tenor and the Director of the group, and together we're going to explore how these sacred traditions, through composers like Tallis, Byrd, Bach, and Poulenc, come alive to illuminate the journey of faith, culture, and artistry.

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Amberjade Arts are presenting a new work, Son of the Forest, which was inspired by Malay Archipelago folk tales. Written and directed by Tarrant Kwok, this thought-provoking production explores the tension between sacrifice, conquest, and the shared stories that define us. The play which is being presented as part of Theatre Takeover: Cosmic '24, also delves into traditional male and female roles in narratives, unravelling old tropes, while reflecting on the cyclical tragedies of modern life. We find out what’s in store from Tarrant, who is also the show’s technical designer.



Image Credit: Amberjade Arts via CloudTheatre

Amberjade Arts are presenting a new work, Son of the Forest, which was inspired by Malay Archipelago folk tales. Written and directed by Tarrant Kwok, this thought-provoking production explores the tension between sacrifice, conquest, and the shared stories that define us. The play which is being presented as part of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cloudjoi.com/shows/2307-theatre-takeover-cosmic-24#tickets">Theatre Takeover: Cosmic '24</a>, also delves into traditional male and female roles in narratives, unravelling old tropes, while reflecting on the cyclical tragedies of modern life. We find out what’s in store from Tarrant, who is also the show’s technical designer.Image Credit: Amberjade Arts via CloudTheatre

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