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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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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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20:55

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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13:13

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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34:19

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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22:59

Young Mozart Voyager

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2025/05/22

Opera gets a fun and family-friendly makeover in KL City Opera’s Young Mozart Voyager, an original pantomime designed to introduce children to the wonders of classical music. Featuring iconic arias and scenes from The Marriage of Figaro and The Magic Flute, this English-language show makes Mozart’s world come alive for a new generation. We speak to castmembers Qahar Aqilah and Natalie Makulin to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Apresiasi A.Samad Said 2025

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2025/05/16

What happens when timeless literature meets cutting-edge multimedia? Apresiasi A. Samad Said 2025 is set to answer that question with a one-of-a-kind event in Cyberjaya that brings the words of Malaysia’s beloved literary giant to life through digital art, immersive theatre, and interactive storytelling. Organised by Pertubuhan Seni Nusantara in collaboration with MMU, Crisscut Design, and Manggis Group, we're all invited to experience Pak Samad’s legacy like never before, and we hear more from the

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19:28

Marilah Pulang

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2025/05/15

When singer-songwriter Straw Lim returned to Malaysia after travelling to over 50 countries over time, she didn’t just come home, she brought the world with her. Now based in Kota Kinabalu, Straw presents Marilah Pulang, an album showcase that weaves together folk, traditional instruments, and stories from her multicultural roots into a powerful statement on identity and belonging. Performed in over five languages, we find out what's in store at this performance from Straw herself, and also from

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23:52

Symphonic Image

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2025/05/09

What happens when you blend folklore, culture, and musical transformation into one powerful evening? That’s what we’re promised at Symphonic Image, presented by wind ensemble the Philharmonic Winds of Malaysia. Hear more about the pieces they will perform: Igor Stravinsky's The Firebird (arr. by Knox for wind band), Alfred Reed's Armenian Dances, and the Malaysian premiere of David Maslanka's Symphony No. 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Nutcracker

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2025/05/08

The Selangor Symphony Youth Orchestra joins forces with the Asia Ballet Academy to bring one of the world’s most cherished ballets - The Nutcracker - to life. Featuring a 50-piece live orchestra and over 100 dancers, this magical performance blends classical beauty with digital storytelling and guided subtitles. We speak with SSO Founder and Conductor Eugene Pook, along with Ivy Chung, the President & Artistic Director of Asia Ballet Academy, about the vision, collaboration, and passion behind

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30:53

Shakespeare Demystified: Twelfth Night

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2025/05/02

Disguises, deception, and declarations of love — Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night is one of his most beloved comedies, and it’s set to hit the stage under the KL Shakespeare Players’ Shakespeare Demystified series. Aiming to make the Bard’s comedy accessible, we'll see seven actors playing close to 15 roles, promising a lot of creativity, humour, and heart. Cast members Nurul Sofia, Tika Mu’tamir and Lim Soon Heng join us to share stories from behind the scenes, tell us what it’s really like performing

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Pollination 4: the palms of y/our hands

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2025/04/25

Pollination 4: the palms of y/our hands is a cross-border exhibition that traces memories, migration, and everyday rituals between Yangon in Myanmar, and Penang. Centred on friendship and shared storytelling, it brings together artists, curators, and communities from across Southeast Asia in a tender reflection of these themes. We speak to co-curator Mark Teh, artist Okui Lala, and collaborator Steven Nyi Nyi, a migrant worker from Myanmar who spent 25 years of his life in Malaysia, to talk about

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