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Front Row

Don’t be afraid of the arts. You too can enjoy it! Don"t believe us? Tune in to Front Row to find out about the best shows and exhibitions that will recharge your brain and restore your spirit, as told by the producers, performers and artists themselves.

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22:28

Imran Ahmad: Life, the Universe and Publishing

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2025/08/08

What does it mean to be human in an increasingly absurd world, and how do stories help us make sense of it all? Writer and speaker Imran Ahmad is bringing his wit, charm, and storytelling chops to the stage in a one-man show called Life, the Universe and Publishing. He’s doing it pro bono, in support of PEN Malaysia, which works to protect writers and freedom of expression. Joining us are Imran and Mahi Ramakrishnan, President of PEN Malaysia, to tell us more about the show, the cause, and the power

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18:42

Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me

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2025/08/07

Frank McGuinness’ Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me is not an easy play - it's emotional, funny, and at times harrowing. But it’s also a celebration of the human spirit, of survival through connection. In the lead-up to its return to the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, we speak to lead actors Charles Donnelly and Kingsley Judd, to talk about stepping back into the roles, and what the story means to them more than a decade later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:40

A Whole Lotta Jazz with WVC Malaysian Jazz Ensemble

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2025/08/01

The George Town Festival. The Royal Selangor Jazz Festival. DPAC. Jao Tim. The WVC Malaysian Jazz Ensemble is lighting up August with performances all over the map, and at the heart of it all is a group that’s been redefining what Malaysian jazz sounds like for nearly two decades. We speak to the band's founder, pianist, and musical director Tay Cher Siang, and AJ Popshuvit, WVC’s bassist, to discuss their packed month ahead, the stories behind some of their major festival shows, and what keeps

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20:17

Sanguinella: Ink and Fire

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2025/07/31

What does it mean to give form to stillness, or to turn silence into sculpture? Artist Alexdrina Chong aka Alexoid Luce, explores these questions in her new solo exhibition Sanguinella: Ink and Fire, now showing at FabCafe KL. The show weaves together poetry, illustration, and ceramics in a slow-burning meditation on solitude, resilience, and creativity. We’re also joined by Gwyneth Jong, co-founder of FabCafe KL, the space that made this collaboration possible, to hear more about this unique space

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29:43

Lucky Lee - The 20-Year Journey On Stage with Janet Lee

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2025/07/25

From Taiping to sold-out stages across the country, singer and performer Janet Lee has spent the last two decades entertaining audiences with her voice, her flair, and her deep love for music. Now, she’s marking this milestone with a theatrical concert experience called Lucky Lee - The 20-Year Journey On Stage with Janet Lee. Joining us to reflect on this incredible journey are Janet herself, and her long-time musical collaborator and the show’s music director, Tay Cher Siang, from the WVC Malaysian

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19:07

Cat Town: Energy, Matter, and the Art of Becoming

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2025/07/25

What happens when a material scientist, trained in chemistry and nanotechnology, turns her attention to painting, sound, and philosophical inquiry? You get Cat Town: Energy, Matter, and the Art of Becoming, a new solo exhibition by Lyne Ismail, where energy, matter, and abstraction come together in unexpected ways. Lyne joins us to talk about her journey from the lab to the studio, and what visitors can expect from this immersive, thought-provoking show.Image Credit: Lyne IsmailSee

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19:06

Anak-Anak Malik

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2025/07/18

What happens when a Spanish classic about repression, grief, and family tension is reimagined in a 1970s Malaysian fishing village, but with an all-male cast? That’s the bold vision behind Anak-Anak Malik, a localised adaptation of Federico García Lorca’s The House of Bernarda Alba. Joining us to share more about this intriguing production are director Christopher Ling, and actor Mark Beau De Silva.Image Credit: Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts CentreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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18:12

Skola Gambar Ilham

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2025/07/17

Art galleries can be beautiful, inspiring places, but they’re not always easy to get to. That’s something Ilham Gallery is hoping to change with Skola Gambar Ilham, a travelling exhibition that’s bringing Malaysian contemporary art to communities that don’t usually have access. It’s all part of Ilham's 10th anniversary celebrations, and we speak to Ilham's Gallery Director Rahel Joseph, to find out more.Image Credit: Kenta ChaiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:02

Dead Tourists

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2025/07/17

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:04

International Bachfest Malaysia 2025

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2025/07/11

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

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16:54

A Salute To Cinema

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2025/07/10

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

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22:23

Burden of Proof

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2025/07/04

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

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19:34

Choral Bridges

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2025/07/03

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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30:28

Jit Murad’s Visits

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2025/06/13

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

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Melaka Classics: Melakan ReSonance 2025

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2025/06/12

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

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23:05

Cantonese Opera: The Dance of Two Butterflies

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2025/06/06

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

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14:51

TaTaTa

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2025/06/05

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

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Unsung Heroes

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2025/05/30

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Godfather Live

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2025/05/29

Few films have left as indelible a mark on cinema as The Godfather - and now, for one night only, its hauntingly beautiful score will echo through Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS under the baton of Gerard Salonga. Gerard joins us to talk about capturing the soul of Nino Rota’s music in The Godfather Live, and the timeless emotional pull of Coppola’s cinematic masterpiece.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:58

Setanggi Tari Melayu 2025

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2025/05/23

Celebrating female strength and cultural resilience, Setanggi Tari Melayu 2025 brings the stories of legendary Malay women into the spotlight through the journey of Melati, a warrior destined to lead. Presented by ASK Dance Company, this production is directed by Prof Dr. Joseph Gonzales, and is an evocative tribute to the power of heritage, identity, and womanhood, expressed through the language of movement and tradition. We speak to Joseph and creative producer Imran Syafiq to find out more.See

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