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What does it mean to be human, especially in a world where humans no longer exist? That is the question at the heart of Teater Normcore: Odisi Romansa, a new science fiction theatre production that blends live performance with digital technology, striking visual elements and even puppetry. Set in a distant future, the story follows two androids trying to make sense of memory, love, and longing. It is poetic, a little mysterious, and very much rooted in emotion. Presented by Moka Mocha Ink and written and directed by Ridhwan Saidi, we find out what's in store from two of the performers bringing this story to life, Lee Qi and Aliya Marissa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s something timeless about a good murder mystery. Add in a cast of eccentric suspects, plenty of physical comedy, and the unpredictability of live theatre, and you’ve got the ingredients for what sounds like a wildly entertaining night out. Limelight Theatre’s latest production is Cluedo, a stage adaptation of the beloved board game that transforms the familiar mystery into a laugh out loud theatrical experience full of twists, misunderstandings, and theatrical chaos. We find out what's in store in this murderously funny show from Limelight Theatre's Creative Directors Joe Wyatt and Nikki Brown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A story of love, misunderstandings, and razor-sharp wit, Much Ado About Nothing remains one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. This year, KL Shakespeare Players brings it to life in a brand new way, setting the action in 1930s Penang as part of the group's 15th anniversary celebration. We find out how this classic is being reimagined with director Johnny Gillett, and cast member Lim Sheng Hui.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A chance encounter, a shared curiosity, and a journey across cultures have come together in Islands, a striking dance duet by Taiwanese choreographer Wang Yeu-kwn and Indonesian performer Danang Pamungkas. Featuring a mask, a massive shifting airbag, and a dialogue between two bodies shaped by different traditions, the work explores identity, balance, and what it means to connect beyond our own borders. With its Southeast Asian premiere happening right here in Kuala Lumpur, we speak to both artists about the story behind Islands, their collaboration, and what audiences can expect.Photo Credit: The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts CentreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KL Festival 2026 lights up the city this May, bringing a mix of performances, installations, walks, and site-specific works across the city. From large-scale public events at Dataran to intimate shows in heritage spaces and creative hubs, the programme is designed to get audiences experiencing KL in new ways, under the theme “Memory and Tomorrow.” This year also marks a new chapter for the festival, with June Tan stepping in as Artistic Director for the first time, shaping the overall vision and direction of the programme. June joins us to share how she’s thinking about the festival as it unfolds across downtown Kuala Lumpur, and to walk us through what we can expect from the more than 80 multidisciplinary events and activations happening in the city over 26 days. The festival is organised by Think City, working with strategic partner Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A triple bill by Singapore Ballet is offering audiences a mix of classical and contemporary ballet, with works that range from technically demanding to more emotional and reflective. The programme for Ballet Illuminations 2026 includes Paquita, Evening Voices, and Shadow’s Edge, each bringing a very different style and mood to the stage. We catch up with Singapore Ballet’s Artistic Director Janek Schergen, to find out more. Image Credit: Photo by Bernie Ng, courtesy of Singapore Ballet & KLPACSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you have ever wondered what Baroque sacred music actually sounds like, or why it still resonates today, the upcoming concert Schütz & Bach might just be the thing for you. Featuring the KL Madrigal Singers & Players, the concert brings together the works of Heinrich Schütz and Johann Sebastian Bach, tracing a journey from quiet devotion to something much more uplifting and assured. We find out what's in store from tenor and director, Scott Woo, and Dr Yi Li Chang, a multi-instrumentalist who will be performing on the viola de gamba.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From back-to-back live performances in the afternoon, to swing dancing in the evening and a full jazz orchestra at night, KL Jazz Day 2026 promises a full spectrum of what jazz can be. Taking place at Yap Ah Shak House, it’s as much about the music as it is about bringing people together. We find out what's in store from singer-songwriter and musician Reza Salleh, who’s organising this year’s event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A funeral becomes the starting point for a deeply personal reckoning in Dua Darah, a new theatre production by ZXC Theatre Troupe, that brings us into the mind of a man caught between cultures, faiths, and expectations. As he carries out the rites for his late aunt, memories begin to surface, revealing the complexities of being a Malay-Chinese Muslim in Malaysia today. Blending language, movement, and music, the production tells a story that feels both intimate and universal. We explore this moving and thought-provoking production with director Chee Sek Thim, and playwright Johan Othman.Image Credit: ZXC Theatre TroupeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambition, power, and the unraveling of the human mind - Macbeth is one of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedies. But what happens when we step inside the psyche of Lady Macbeth alone? Masakini Theatre Company’s latest production, Lady M, reimagines The Scottish Play as a gripping solo performance. We speak to actor, producer and Artistic Director Sabera Shaik, and lighting designer Normah Nordin, about bringing this bold vision to life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justice, mercy, revenge, forgiveness. These are big themes, and they sit right at the heart of Shakespeare Demystified: The Merchant of Venice, now brought back by KL Shakespeare Players in a way that speaks to today’s audiences. Joining us to talk about how they make Shakespeare feel immediate and relatable to today’s audience are cast members Nurul Sofia, Zul Zamir, and Lim Soon Heng, who is also the Executive Director, KL Shakespeare Players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From legends like Roman Tam, Anita Mui and Leslie Cheung to more contemporary favourites like Eason Chan and Sammi Cheng, Cantopop has produced some of the most memorable songs in Asian pop music. Over the past six years, the Golden Melody series at klpac has celebrated those iconic songs through live performances that combine music, storytelling and nostalgia. Now the series returns for its sixth and final edition, Golden Melody: Our Story and joining us to share more about it are the show’s directors, Ian Chow and Alesia Dhana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From performing with traditional instruments to producing electronic music and cinematic soundscapes, Belle Sisoski has built a reputation for blending heritage and modern sound. The Sarawak-born multi-instrumentalist, producer and singer-songwriter plays over 30 traditional instruments, possesses a five-octave vocal range, and has amassed millions of followers across the world. Now, she will be taking her special brand of fusion music to a new level in a special collaboration with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in the upcoming concert called The MPO and Belle Sisoski: Ethnosphere. She joins us to talk about her musical journey, her influences, and what to look forward to at the upcoming multi-genre concert featuring her signature ethnic-cinematic-EDM sound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two monumental works by Johannes Brahms take centre stage in an upcoming chamber music performance, Brahms: The Two Sonatas for Cello & Piano, featuring the composer’s complete sonatas for cello and piano. These pieces showcase the cello’s lyrical voice and the rich partnership between the two instruments. Joining us to share more about the music is cellist and co-headliner of the recital, Ivan Torres.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nighttime means different things to different people. For some, it’s calm and quiet. For others, it’s when emotions feel a little closer to the surface. Presented by the VerSeS Music Ensembles, Moonlit Melodies is a concert built around that idea - music shaped by stillness, shadow, and reflection. It features songs and piano works inspired by the poetry of the night. Joining us to share more are Scott Woo, Director and Tenor with The Poetics Collective, and collaborative pianist Dr Andre Ng.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens to ordinary people when freedoms begin to narrow and uncertainty becomes part of everyday life? That is the question at the heart of No Particular Order, a dystopian play by Singaporean playwright Joel Tan. Told through shifting timelines and fragments of everyday lives, the play explores how people navigate fear, responsibility, and survival in a society that feels uncomfortably close to our own. The Malaysian premiere, presented by Theatresauce, places audiences inside an immersive world where the boundaries between observer and participant begin to blur. Joining us are two of the performers bringing this story to life, cast members Anne James and Kamini Senthilathiban.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new theatre production is inviting us into a story about family, loss, and the complicated bonds between siblings. Mati-mati (J’aime Ma Mère) is the second part of a trilogy by Christopher Ling and Arsyad Azrai, following the sold-out Saccharine. To tell us more about the show and how it builds on their earlier work Saccharine, we’re joined by writer Arsyad Azrai and cast member Muhammad Ibrahim.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From playful marches to cinematic finales, wind symphony music has a way of telling vivid and unexpected stories. An upcoming concert titled The Ambitious Plan brings together a wide range of works, including a world premiere by a local composer, while also marking an important milestone for BELIA’n Wind Symphony. Joining us to share more are Ho Chee Kiang, Music Director and Conductor, and Aaron Foo, Vice President of BELIA’n Wind Symphony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when young theatre makers are given the freedom to experiment without playing it safe? The Young Blood Experiment under EJKLS Seni does exactly that, spotlighting bold new voices and ideas on stage. We speak to Yanu, director and writer of In Conversation with God, and Yuthes Umadevi Navarathinam, director and writer of  Yel! or A Compendious Lecture on the Reign of Sultan Paduka Seri Mahadewa Rahmatullah Al-Bara’ III (1784-1834), about their work, their questions, and what it means to create theatre right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it mean to grow up under pressure, and what happens when systems meant to help us quietly cross a line? Those are some of the questions explored in two new plays coming out of The Young Blood Experiment by EJKLS Seni. We speak to Adelia Khalid, director and writer of Mary/am, and Hanna Lee, director and writer of Lapar, two emerging theatre makers whose works invite us to look closely at faith, morality, and the cost of conformity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia is often described through slogans, policies, or headlines, but rarely through the messy, contradictory voices of everyday people. Kami Penipu Tapi Kami Tak Menipu flips that around, taking candid street interviews and transforming them into a 60-second snippets that form a full length contemporary dance performance, one that blends movement, text, multimedia, and live music. This is not a neat or polished portrait of the country, it’s cracked, chaotic, noisy, and defiantly alive. Joining us to unpack how this production came together, and what it’s trying to hold up to us as a mirror, are choreographers and collaborators Mohd Nur Faillul Adam and Mohd Nuriqram Azhar, who are also performing in the production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) has kicked off 2026 with its 28th concert season, one that blends classical storytelling with cross-genre collaborations and crowd favourites. With programmes ranging from Verdi and Mozart to anime, film, and Broadway, the season reflects an orchestra constantly rethinking how it connects with audiences. We catch up with Gerard Salonga, the MPO’s Resident Conductor, to talk about the music, the musicians, and what makes this season such an exciting one to experience live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BUKA 2026 is a space for opening up. Through solo works in theatre and dance, it brings forward stories of identity, belonging, and emotional truth, and asks what it really means to be seen without defences. Joining us to talk about the production are producer Hoe Hui Ting, and performer Yon Lynn, who is the solo actor for the piece called “Kenapa Tak Tukar Nama?” - which explores love, faith, identity, and the pressures that come with navigating bureaucracy as a Muslim convert. We also hear more about the other two pieces, the dance performance Me Nari, and the theatre piece Denganmu Ibu (DEBU).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are some conversations that only come with time, shared history, and a lot of lived experience. God’s Waiting Room feels like one of those conversations. Opening klpac’s 2026 season, this new play looks at old age, companionship, and the strange in-between space of waiting, through characters who are funny, irritable, vulnerable, and deeply human. It is written and directed by Joe Hasham OAM, with Dato' Dr. Faridah Merican returning to the stage in a role that feels especially close to home. We spend some time with both of them to talk about the play, their journey, and what it means to keep telling stories at this stage of life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anime music, a full symphony orchestra, and over 120 musicians on one stage - that’s the promise of Encounter: Anime 2.0. Presented by AOrchestra, this community-driven concert brings iconic anime themes to life through brand-new orchestral arrangements, featuring music from Naruto, Jujutsu Kaisen, One Piece, Studio Ghibli, and more. We find out more from producer Alvin Ong, the Founder of AOrchestra, and violinist Justin Lai, one of the show's conductors, and a member of AOrchestra.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we talk about the death penalty, it is often discussed in numbers, laws, and policy debates. But behind every sentence is a human life, and a ripple effect that reaches families, lawyers, prison officers, and entire communities. At a time when Malaysia has repealed the mandatory death penalty but continues to retain capital punishment in law, questions about justice, humanity, and accountability remain deeply unresolved. Tali Tukang Gantung is a new theatre project presented by the Malaysian Centre for Constitutionalism and Human Rights (MCCHR), the Anti-Death Penalty Asia Network (ADPAN) and Amnesty International Malaysia, that draws directly from real interviews with people connected to Malaysia’s death penalty system, bringing their lived experiences to the stage. Joining us to talk about this powerful work are performer Deena Dakshini, who carries these stories in a solo performance, and Janice Ananthan, the show's producer and a Project Officer at the Anti Death Penalty Asia Network (ADPAN). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At its heart, Lorong Cermin is a story about people trying to move forward while carrying the weight of the past. Set in a town recovering from a devastating flood, the musical explores strained family ties, unspoken feelings, and the quiet hope that comes with rebuilding. We discuss how the cast brings these emotions to the stage, the challenges of performing in an original musical, and what this story might stir in audiences, with cast members Elysa Lee and Ong Xiao Wen.Image Credit: klpacSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when identity slips, and the body moves between showing and hiding? Body For Nobody sits in that quiet, in-between space, using movement, sound, and ritual to invite us to slow down and pay attention. Joining me to talk about this new full-length dance work is its creator, choreographer and dancer Ethel Deidre, developed through the REFLEKT Residency by Goethe-Institut Malaysia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opera doesn’t have to be intimidating, and klpac’s Classical For Kids concerts prove it. With floor seating for children, interactive storytelling, and an orchestra up close, families can enjoy Mozart’s The Magic Flute in a fun, relaxed way. Joining us are YiLing Chaing, the Music Director and Founder of Fiamma Opera Studio, and Lee Hai Lin, the concertmaster, to talk about what children and families can expect from this experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Into Still Life is a performance that invites us to slow our pace and notice the quiet relationships between stillness and movement. It looks at how tension, balance, and presence shape our experience of the world. We hear more from the artists behind it, Aiwei Foo and Kent Lee, from the Shaman Tearoom.Image Credit: Shaman TearoomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Audiovisual art can sound a little mysterious if you’ve never encountered it, but TEKKA wants to change that. The festival is making its first appearance in Kuala Lumpur with performances, workshops, and conversations that invite everyone to explore how sound and visuals can interact. Here to guide us through what TEKKA is trying to spark are its Founder and Creative Director, Wee Jia Foong, and Visual Designer and Artist, Syed Muhammad.Image Credit: klpac/ TEKKASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taman Melawati is about to come alive with a very special community festival, one that brings together arts, environment, youth, and neighbourhood spirit. It’s called the Jalinan x Little River Festival 2025, and it’s the first time two grassroots movements are joining forces: Jalinan, a monthly arts and community programme centred on Jalan Negara Kita; and the Little River Festival, a project rooted in nearly eight years of weekly river restoration work along the Klang River. This year’s theme, “From the River to the Streets,” connects Melawati’s recent flooding with the way our everyday behaviour — from waste to development — shapes the health of our rivers and our neighbourhoods. The festival, which is the first Gombak Hulu Langat Geopark Community event organised and led by the community, aims to bring that story to life through workshops, exhibitions, and youth-led activities all across the community. Joining us to share more are Nazura Rahime, who is the co-founder of Jalan Negara Kita, and Kennedy Michael, the founder of Community Action Nexus and Alliance of River Three.Photo Credit: Nazure RahimeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s a big music exchange happening, one that brings together orchestras, choirs, young musicians, dancers, and composers from both Malaysia and Australia. It’s called Exchange for Peace, and it blends world premieres, children’s choirs, and Karl Jenkins’ The Armed Man in a celebration of collaboration and hope. Here to share the story behind it, and to give us a peek into what it’s been like building such a large, joyful project, are conductor Kevin Field and co-producer and soprano Nicole Thomson.Image Credit: Bentley Music Academy/ klpacSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Shantanand Festival of Arts returns this year with a joyful celebration of music, dance, theatre and storytelling, all brought together under one roof by the Temple of Fine Arts Kuala Lumpur. Now in its 8th edition, the festival has grown into a beloved cultural highlight, drawing audiences from all walks of life. Joining us are Festival Director Dhanya Thurairajah and Co-Music Arranger Hariraam Tingyuan Lam, who are part of the team bringing this year’s festival to life. They share what’s new, what’s exciting, and why you’ll want to mark your calendars for this festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We often hear Yap Ah Loy’s name in our history books, but a new production presented by Opus Harmonia Association and co-organised by the PJ Philharmonic Orchestra Academy is giving his story fresh life, through theatre and symphonic music. It’s Kapitan – The Musical, and we're joined by the creative team behind it - director and book and lyrics writer Chin San Sooi, and composer and music director Lam Siu Chong - to explore the inspiration, the process, and what audiences can expect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in 2009, The Swimming Instructor had its Malaysian debut under the direction of Christopher Ling, and it left a strong mark on audiences here. Sixteen years later, he’s revisiting the play with a brand new cast and an original soundtrack by composer Marco George. It’s a chance to see how this funny and quietly moving story evolves when placed in the world we live in today, where "no amount of swimming can outrun your feelings." We are joined by both Christopher and Marco to discuss the revival, and what went into bringing it back to the stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every now and then, something remarkable resurfaces, in this case, a ‘lost play’ from the archives of Jit Murad. Entourage – Murder Amongst Friends was written back in 2000 but never staged, until now. As part of JitFest 2025, Dramalab is giving it the spotlight, premiering with an ensemble cast exploring friendship, ambition, secrets, and a murder that changes everything. We speak to cast members Ghafir Akbar and Mia Sara Shauki, who share more about Jit Murad's legacy, and how the team have been working to bring this rediscovered script to life.Image Credit: Dramalab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three years ago, ILHAM Gallery launched a new platform to encourage Malaysian artists to dream big - to experiment, to take risks, to create something entirely new. That platform became The ILHAM Art Show, and this year, it’s back with its second edition, featuring twenty artists and collectives whose works explore everything from memory and identity, to nature and the future. We speak to Rahel Joseph, the Director of ILHAM Gallery, to find out about the works we'll see at the exhibition from both emerging and established Malaysian artists.Image Credit: "And Here We Sit" by Kimberley Boudville, photo courtesy of ILHAM Gallery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gamers and music lovers, this one’s for you! Ode to the Lifestream is a chamber concert celebrating the unforgettable soundtrack of Final Fantasy VII, brought to life by a nine-piece ensemble. It’s presented by EnkeEnyo Music and the Zephyr Flute Ensemble, and joining us to share what to expect are Sylvie Wong and Qayyum Bin Zainal, the co-founders of EnkeEnyo Music, who are also the arrangers and organisers of the performance. Image Credit: EnkeEnyo MusicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s always a treat when the Singapore Ballet returns to Kuala Lumpur, and this year’s Ballet Illuminations 2025 is extra special. Presented with klpac, the performances celebrate 60 years of friendship between Malaysia and Singapore, through a programme of classical and contemporary works by the late Singaporean choreographer Choo-San Goh, an excerpt from an original piece made for Singapore Ballet by international choreographer Edmund Stripe, and Act 2 of Cinderella by Janek Schergen, Singapore Ballet’s Artistic Director. Janek joins us to share more about the programme, and what audiences can look forward to.Photo Credit: Bernie Ng, courtesy of Singapore BalletSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We often hear the word “cacat” used as a slur, but what if it could mean something else? Siapa Cacat? is a performance by the disabled, about the disabled, for everyone, created and performed by a collective of deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent artists. Presented by Teater Untuk Semua in collaboration with Five Arts Centre, it reclaims the word “cacat” as a statement of pride and empowerment, and invites audiences to rethink what inclusion really means. Joining us are the show’s co-directors, Ho Lee Ching and Jazzie Lee, to tell us more about this production, and how they’re reclaiming the stage - and the word “cacat” - in bold new ways.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fairy tales, magic, and a little bit of mischief - that’s what audiences can expect from Ravel 150, a brand-new double-bill production by KL City Opera celebrating the genius of French composer Maurice Ravel. It’s a concert that promises to delight both the young and the young at heart, featuring two of his most beloved piano works and a rarely performed opera about a naughty child who learns kindness through song. Joining us to share more are music director Andre Ng, and pianist Celestine Yoong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HANDS Percussion has long been one of Malaysia’s most dynamic and inventive performing arts groups, known for their powerful drumming, cross-cultural collaborations, and a deep commitment to telling Malaysian stories through rhythm. They return to the stage with Camaraderie, a brand-new production that celebrates connection, memory, and the bonds that hold us together. The show brings back some of HANDS’ signature works, alongside exciting collaborations with the ITA Ensemble, DeafBeat, and musicians playing everything from gamelan to guzheng to the cello. We catch up with Bernard Goh, Founder and Artistic Director of HANDS Percussion, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the success of last year’s concert, Unveiling Uniqueness returns for its second edition - A Musical Celebration of Diversity. Organised by Musicians for Musicians Malaysia, the event aims to empower and spotlight musicians with disabilities, with proceeds supporting ongoing efforts to build more inclusive platforms in the local music scene. Joining us to share more about the event’s vision and what audiences can expect is Edwin Nathaniel, the organising chairman of Unveiling Uniqueness 2, and who's also the Vice President of Musicians For Musicians Malaysia, and the Founder of Music Mart.Image Credit: Musicians for Musicians MalaysiaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Behind every headline about school bullying lies a story of pain, silence, and loss, stories that Tewas: No Light at the End of the Tunnel brings powerfully to life on stage. The play is based on real experiences of students and families across Malaysia, exploring how trauma ripples through lives and communities. We speak to the production’s director and writer Hilyati Ramli, and its scenographer and choreographer Izzard Padzil, about how the show is giving voice to the unheard, and using theatre as a space for healing and dialogue.Image Credit: JDEV StudiosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It began with three neighbours - Pentago House, SAM Mansion, and The Zhongshan Building - and a shared dream of bringing people together through art. Today, that small experiment has grown into PESZTA, a beloved neighbourhood arts festival that turns the spotlight on local creatives and community spirit. As it returns for its fourth edition, we speak to Nur’Adanee Binti Azmi, the administrator for Yayasan Lim Yee Hoh, and Liza Ho, the co-founder of The Zhongshan Building, to find out more.Image Credit: PESZTASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a community-driven art platform, A4 has grown into one of Malaysia’s most exciting creative movements, one that blurs the lines between art, design, and everyday life. This year’s A4 Art Fair, themed The Art of Everything, continues that mission, inviting visitors to experience how art shapes the spaces we live in and the culture we share. We speak to Si Juan, the fair’s curator, and featured artist Alexdrina Chong, about building this independent art ecosystem and what makes this year’s edition special.Image Credit: A4 Art Fair 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every year, the SeaShorts Film Festival offers a window into the many worlds of Southeast Asia - its cultures, struggles, and hopes, told through the art of the short film. This year’s theme, Through the Cracks, looks at stories that find light in the spaces between borders and identities. To find out more, we speak to Koen de Rooij, programmer for the International Film Festival Rotterdam and special guest at this year’s festival. We discuss his work, what makes Southeast Asian cinema so exciting, and what audiences can look forward to at SeaShorts 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The D’Motion International Dance Festival is back, bringing together artists from Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea, and the UK in a celebration of movement, creativity, and collaboration. Among the international highlights is In the Absence, a hauntingly beautiful duet by PCK Dance from the UK. We speak to dancers/ choreographers James Pett and Travis Clausen-Knight, to talk about their piece and what it means to move forward, both in dance and in lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when a symphony orchestra meets a rock band? You get Symphonic Rock 2.0, a one-of-a-kind concert that brings iconic hits from Queen, Metallica, and even Malaysia’s own Wings and Search to life in a whole new way. Presented by Tutan Entertaiment, we speak to conductor laureate Kevin Field, and lead vocalist Muzza, to find out how they are bringing two worlds of music together on one explosive stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.