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Pop Up Theatre is back with their latest dark comedy, Dead Tourists, a one-act play filled with oddball characters, strange events, and a bit of undead mischief, all set in a New York mortuary. We find out what’s in store from actor Kapil Kanagasabai, who’s part of the play’s eclectic cast.

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It’s not every day that a homegrown music festival hits the 10-year mark, and does so by going international! Bachfest Malaysia is celebrating a decade of connecting people through the timeless music of Johann Sebastian Bach, and this year’s lineup is bigger, bolder, and more global than ever. We speak to the man behind it all, Dr David Chin, the founder and artistic director of Bachfest Malaysia, to tell us what’s in store for the International Bachfest Malaysia 2025, which is themed Bridging Bach. David is also Director of the Bach Collegium, a Music Professor at Augustana University in Sioux Falls in South Dakota, and a Senior Fellow of the Bach Archive in Leipzig, Germany.

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From the haunting beauty of E.T. to the rousing chants of Gladiator, there’s something undeniably powerful about music written for the screen. A Salute to Cinema, featuring the Tutan Festival Orchestra and the KL City Opera, promises to transport audiences through some of the most iconic soundscapes in film history. Conductor Kevin Field from the Bentley Music Academy, and Rahul Ramachandran, the CEO of Tutan Entertainment, join us to talk about the artistry, the emotion, and the magic of bringing Hollywood’s greatest soundtracks to life.

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What does it mean to really listen to someone’s truth, especially when it’s hard to hear? Today we’re speaking with the team behind Burden of Proof, a powerful theatre production that confronts sexual violence through storytelling, movement, music, and art. Inspired by real-life accounts and created over three years, it’s a show that not only raises awareness, but makes space for empathy, healing, and change. Presented by Dabble Dabble Jer Collective, we speak to founding members Miriam Devaprasana and Ysabel Loh, to find out more.

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What happens when two beloved community choirs – one from KL and one from Penang – come together for a shared love of music? You get Choral Bridges, a joyful and powerful collaboration between The Philharmonic Society of Selangor and the Penang Philharmonic Chorus. We speak with Brenda James, Chairperson of The Phil, about the inspiration behind the show, the heart behind the harmonies, and why this is a concert that brings more than just beautiful music to the stage.

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Jit Murad’s Visits is back - sharper, darker, and more thought-provoking than ever. More than two decades after its original staging, this play still cuts deep into topics like mental health, class, motherhood, and the complicated ways families try to care for one another. Now, under the direction of Ida Nerina, Visits has been reimagined for 2025, with all the wit, surrealism, and emotional punch that made Jit’s work so iconic. And at the heart of this production is a powerhouse cast, including Nadia Aqilah, Nabila Huda, and Sofia Jane as the Nurse, guiding us through the complex emotional landscape of the play. Presented by Dramalab, we speak to both Ida and Sofia about this exciting new production, and what makes Visits so compelling.

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What happens when you mix world-class musicians, centuries-old venues, and the rich cultural tapestry of Melaka? You get Melaka Classics: Melakan ReSonance 2025, a classical music festival that goes beyond the concert hall. This year’s edition features everything from chamber music to vinyl pop-ups to letterpress workshops. To dive into the programme and what makes this festival so special, we speak to Cassel Krishnan the Executive Director and co-founder of Melaka Classics, and Logan Chai, the Programmes Lead of Melaka Classics.

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Four tales of love, longing, and ghostly dreams, told through the poetic power of Cantonese opera, right here in KL! Cantonese Opera: The Dance of Two Butterflies is a collaboration between BoBoKL and Kwai Chai Hong, featuring legendary Grand Master Kam Sin Kiew and a cast of celebrated performers. Joining us to spill the backstage stories and give us a peek behind the curtain are Sean Ghazi, the Artistic Director of BoboKL, and Zeen Chang, the Co-Founder of Kwai Chai Hong, the driving forces behind this unforgettable cultural experience.

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What does it mean to age - and to witness someone you love slowly slip away? In TaTaTa, director Lai Wen Xin draws on deeply personal memories of her grandmother to stage a moving dance theatre performance about ageing, identity, and connection. Featuring acclaimed actress Anne James, this interdisciplinary work invites audiences into the heart of Seri Kembangan New Village, where stories unfold through dance, dialogue, and design. As Wen Xin continues her own search for understanding, TaTaTa gently asks: how do we hold space for those we can no longer fully reach? We speak to Wen Xin and the show’s co-producer, Low Pey Sien, to find out more.

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Every nation is built on the shoulders of those who gave their all - some celebrated, many forgotten. In an upcoming concert titled Unsung Heroes, Dr Goh Cha-Chien, together with the Musicians Linkage and Philomusica Society ensembles, pay tribute to these individuals through the soaring, stirring power of music. We’re joined by conductor, violinist, and artistic director Dr Goh, who sheds more light on this special fundraising performance.

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