Caliban blends Wayang Kulit, traditional music and multicultural storytelling in bold new stage production
Masakini Theater Company returns to the stage this August malicious personA bold reimagining of William Shakespeare storm Which places the classic story in the cultural landscape of Nusantara.
Staged at The Black Box, Damansara Performing Arts Center (DPAC), this production combines Shakespeare’s exploration of power, colonialism, revenge and magic with Malaysian storytelling traditions, creating a theatrical experience that reflects the country’s multicultural identity.
Instead of presenting a traditional adaptation, malicious person It incorporates elements of traditional Malay and Chinese performing arts, bringing together local acting traditions, live music, etc. wayang kulit To tell a familiar story from a new perspective.
A highlight of the production is the participation of famous Kelantan wayang kulit Dalang Mi Gaja Putih, who plays the role of Prospero. Sabera Sheikh plays Caliban, while Wazi Radzi plays Ariel.
The production’s musical landscape is equally distinctive. Music director Loretta Tan performs on a variety of instruments, including gu zhengGong and singing bowls, with Christine May Yong on gamelan. they are connected wayang kulit Musicians Pizzy Pok Mat and Me Helmy Wahab, who perform using traditional instruments Serunai, penis, gedombak, How, canang And the gong, the Nusantara knob highlights the rich sound of the gong, or kelintanganlegacy.
In addition to the stage production, audiences can also take part in a one-hour sound bath session led by Tan on August 25 at 6pm. Designed as a meditative experience, this session invites participants to relax through immersive soundscapes. Guests may choose to lie down on mats provided inside the theater or remain seated throughout the performance.
Masakini Theater Company is also looking for sponsors for its Stage for Students initiative, which aims to introduce more young people to live theater while encouraging an appreciation of Malaysia’s diverse performing arts traditions. Sponsorship starts from RM62.70 per student.
malicious person Staged on 20, 21, 27 and 28 August at 8pm, on 22, 23, 29 and 30 August at 3pm, while the Sound Bath session will take place on 25 August at 6pm at Black Box, DPAC. Tickets are available through CloudJoi.
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