Let your imagination soar
MUSIC MUSIC FROM ANIME
Dewan Filharmonik Petronas Level 2 Tower 2 Petronas Twin Towers KLCC, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur Tel: (03) 2331 7007
E-mail: boxoffice@dfp.com.my Website: mpo.com.my
TOMORROW TILL SUNDAY: Let Japanese conductor Naohisa Furusawa, along with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and the Japanese School of Kuala Lumpur Children’s Chorus, entertain you this weekend. Fans of Japanese animation will not want to miss out on this MPO anime concert featuring music from Howl’s Moving Castle, Laputa: The Flying Island, My Neighbor Totoro and more. Dress code: Strictly no torn jeans, shorts, collarless T-shirts, singlets, sneakers, sports attire, sports shoes and slippers. Tickets: RM120, RM160, RM190, RM240. Time: 8.30pm (Friday), 3pm (Saturday and Sunday).
... AND THE CURTAIN RISES Pentas 2, KLpac
Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan
Off Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah Kuala Lumpur
Box office: (03) 4047 9000 Website: ticketpro.com.my/klpac.org
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY: Singersongwriters like Aina Abdul, Beverly Matujal, Dickson Chai, Endee Ahmad, Fuad of Kyoto Protocol, Isaac Ho, Melissa Toh and Nick Davis are part of a challenge to write brand new songs in just 12 hours. To make it more interesting, the 12 contestants will be paired off and have to work together whether they like it or not. Don’t miss out on the chance to be among the first to hear their new songs live. Strictly no late entry. Free admission. Time: 8.30pm (Saturday) and 3pm (Sunday). THE MUSIC OF ED SHEERAN The Bee @ Publika
36, Block C, Level G2 Publika, Solaris Dutamas Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur Tel: (03) 7960 2160
SATURDAY: If you’re a fan of Ed Sheeran who is popular for songs like Thinking Out Loud, Shape Of You and Lego House, don’t miss out on this tribute night. Musicians like Amrita Soon, Maya Hashim, Darryl Thomas, Darien Foo, Kita: Orang, The Brendan De Cruz Band and more will perform covers of Sheeran’s hit songs. Fee: RM20, inclusive of one free drink. Time: 9pm.
THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY OF SELANGOR OPEN REHEARSAL Harmony Hall, C-19-2 Dataran 3 Two Square
Jalan 19/1, Petaling Jaya Facebook: PhilharmonicSocietyofSelangor E-mail: selangor.phil@gmail.com
MAY 28: Would you like to be a part of the The Philharmonic Society Of Selangor? Singers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome to join this open rehearsal. Successful applicants stand a chance to be a part of the Songs For The Season production to be held in December. No prior experience is necessary but the ability to read music notes would be a strong advantage. Please bring your own water and come with an open mind. Dress comfortably. Time: 7.30pm-9.30pm.
DANCE
THE TREE WITH WINGS Black Box, DPAC Empire Damansara Jalan PJU 8/8 Damansara Perdana Petaling Jaya
Tel: (03) 4065 0001/0002 Website: dpac.com.my SUNDAY: The Embassy of Spain in Malaysia and the Damansara Performing Arts Centre (DPAC) jointly present this flamenco performance by the Anabel Veloso Flamenco Company. This is a great opportunity for children to experience the traditional Spanish art of flamenco. Tickets: RM50 (standard) and RM40 (students). Time: Noon and 4pm.
CLASSES
SIP & PAINT ABSTRACT NIGHT: MONET’S ABSTRACT GARDEN Art & Bonding
22-3, Jalan 25/70A
Desa Sri Hartamas
Kuala Lumpur Facebook: artandbonding
TOMORROW: Enjoy a night out with paint and wine. Learn to paint Monet’s abstract Garden ina fun, casual painting session like no other. Don’t worry about not having any painting skills as there will be guides to help you through the process.
Fee: RM150 per person, inclusive of one glass of wine, free-flow of non-alcoholic drinks, one 40cm x 60cm canvas and art material (arcylic paints, apron, brushes, colour palette, etc). Time: 8pm11pm.
FREE KOREAN CLASS King’s Academy 2.029, L2, Block J, Jaya One 72A, Jalan Universiti Petaling Jaya
SATURDAY: Take the time to learn Korean, from a native, in this free two-hour class. An experienced teacher will teach vocabulary, greetings and self-introduction as well as essential phrases to use when travelling in South Korea. The class will be conducted in Korean and Mandarin. Time: 3pm-5pm.
SUPERFUNKIDS SUNDAYS YMCA KUALA LUMPUR 95, Jalan Padang Belia Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03) 2274 1439 Facebook: ymcakl
EVERY SUNDAY: This arts and craft session helmed by YMCA KL volunteer Jean is open to kids aged four to 12 years old. Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate with their children in the session. All proceeds go to Superfunkids programmes at YMCA KL. Add on to the fee to help buy more tools for participants. Fee: RM12.50 per session, RM50 per month. Time: 2pm-3pm.
YOGA RETREAT
Tanarimba Estates, Kampung Janda Baik
Pahang
E-mail: josephines.mat@gmail.com Facebook: Yoga Retreat In Janda Baik
MAY 26-28: Would you like to have a rejuvenating weekend getaway? Be a part of this retreat at Kampung Janda Baik, a village that’s 45 minutes from KL by car. This retreat will feature four yoga sessions with Pranayama practice that’s perfect for beginners. All meals included. Fee: RM850.
EXHIBITION
CHEAP SPIRITS
OUR ArtProjects
The Zhongshan Building Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03) 2276 2624 Website: ourartprojects.com
NOW TILL JUNE 9: Singapore-based photographer George Wong and Singaporean painter Yeo Tze Yang present an exhibition of oil paintings on canvas and monochrome photographs. The exhibition zooms in on sublime moments of everyday life. Free entrance. Time: 11am-9pm, Tuesday to Saturday.