** This opinion piece appeared in some parts in the New Strats Times. (https://www.nst.com.my/opinion/columnists/2020/02/570122/watching-wannabe-singers-world-burns) AT some point in this political turmoil and Covid-19 non-pandemic, I am veering towards more fun and melodious entertainment like Allan… Read More
Category: Arts
Bombshell a rivetting watch
CHARLIZE Theron (Monster, “Long Shot”) plays broadcaster Megyn Kelly with controlled brio, and this purposefully understated performance makes for powerful viewing. Sure, it is odd that power is at the heart of Bombshell, a movie… Read More
Rashomon at KLpac 2020 Giveaway
As a token of appreciation for loyal supporters, the Japan Foundation, Kuala Lumpur (JFKL) and The Actors Studio (Malaysia) are giving away 20 complimentary tickets to the lucky winners who can answer the following simple questions! All… Read More
Musical theatre by theatrethreesixty — Lost/Found
When: Dec 13, 8.45pm until Dec 33, 3pm Where: Lot’ng Arts Space, 32, 2,Jalan USJ 10/1e, Taipan Business Centre, Subang Jaya Tickets: RM58/RM48 BOX OFFICE: https://lostfoundt360.peatix.com ADVISORY Mature content: Suitable for 13 years old and above, Parental guidance… Read More
Festival time at Brickfields, KL
Shantanand Festival of Arts 2019 Where: Temple of Fine Arts, 116, Jalan Berhala, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur When: Nov 30-Dec 8, 2019 For details and tickets, call +603-22743709 or email sfa@tfa.org.my or visit http://sfa.tfa.org.my/ WHAT’s being served for the… Read More
Quirky romcom with Ode to Joy movie
IT’s the first time I’ve heard of cataplexy, a sudden and uncontrollable muscle weakness that is triggered by a strong emotion, such as anger and in the case of the movie, Ode To Joy’ main… Read More
Aswara gets traditional with Malay dance
MALAY classic dances take centrestage for the first time for Aswara’s Dance Faculty with Persembahan Malam Tarian Klasik Melayu. “It is an effort to portray the array of Malay classical dances that can be found… Read More
Good entertainment with Japanese movies
WHEN I Get Home, My Wife Always Pretends to be Dead — it’s a movie title to tickle pink, isn’t it? And it does, offering some insight into the making of a happy marriage, with some laughter… Read More
Ode to Beatles a happy satire
MIRACLES can happen… who would have thought Benedict Cumberbatch would be a sex symbol? And that sets off the tone of the Danny Boyle movie,Yesterday. It’s a giggly, tongue-in-cheek, sweet fantasy-comedy-romance that lets you leave the… Read More
Late Night movie proves winsome
MINDY Kaling of The office and The Mindy Project fame brought, yes, wit, but also interesting fashion style to her engaging screenplay-turned-movie Late Night. As Molly, the bright-eyed bushy-tailed “diversity hire” for a late-night talk… Read More