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The Star Paper's article on Javanese in Dynamic Dance Performance – In support of SGM Fund ( 爪哇传统舞蹈表演—筹募创价文教基金 )

Please refer to my previous entry on this event in my Calendar for more info.

Just to share with all on an article found on today's The Star newspaper on the above event mentioned.

Hoped those who had the chance to attend it finds it fascinating and entertaining. Please feel free to drop me a note on your experience and findings.

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The Star Online > Central

Tuesday September 26, 2006

Glimpse of East Javanese gaiety

By ESTHER CHANDRAN
Photo by IBRAHIM MOHTAR

estherc@thestar.com.my

THE day-to-day life of the rural community in East Java was presented in dance form at the Wisma Kebudayaan SGM in Kuala Lumpur recently.

The “Javanese in Dynamic’’ performance by the Delima Dance Troupe showcased the simplicity of East Javanese folks’ lifestyle through a well-choreographed contemporary dance routine.

The performance was led by troupe chairperson Marda Prabowo and directors Riri Bambang and Aya Sofia.

Marda said although villagers in the remote parts of East Java led impoverished lives, life was something to rejoice about as they sang, danced, joked and laughed, making the best of what life had to offer.

Delima Dance Troupe dancers depicting the simple but happy life of East Javanese folk via dance movements.

The performance, she said, was a chance to introduce to the world the East Javanese cultural heritage so that the audience could respect and appreciate their way of life.

The show opened with the ritual activity of village folks with a total of 20 dancers performing dances called - Kentongan 1, Jejer Gandrung and Kentongan 2.

Marda said Delima was established two years ago with the aim of preserving Javanese dance heritage by imparting to the young a variety of Javanese dances.

“We have teenagers as well as young adults below 30 in our dance troupe and they are serious about learning the dances as they too realise the importance of preserving our rich cultural heritage,” said Marda.

The event, presented by Soka Gakkai Malaysia, was attended by 350 people including Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Dr KPH Rusdihardjo S.H. and Federation of National Writers Association of Malaysia Tan Sri Prof Emeritus Datuk Pendita Ismail Hussein.

Also present were representatives from the Culture, Arts and Heritage Ministry, Shah Alam City Council (MBSA), Rukun Tetangga Taman Kelang Jaya, Malaysian Interfaith Network and embassies of Finland, Venezuela and Switzerland.

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Lasse Kempas: Four Seasons Exhibition (四季展 )

Hi, I am now posting a few pix for viewing pleasure .

If you want to know more about this event, please go to this link.

Brief Intro on this Art Exhibition:

For your info, this exhibition is jointly organised by The Embassy of Finland & Soka Gakkai Malaysia and it is on a tour in Southeast Asia, also going through Singapore and Jakarta.

The exhibition, "Lasse Kempas - Four Seasons", offers viewers a glimpse of the particular features of nature in the North with the division of the year into four distinct seasons, each with its own character.

The artist has captured the beauty of the northern nature changes of seasons in his unique abstract form which are visually stimulating and captivating.

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Date : Sept 24 (Sun) to Oct 1 (Sun)
Time : 11.00am – 6.00pm
Venue : Exhibition Hall, Wisma Kebudayaan SGM
Admission : Free-of-Charge (FOC)
Organiser : The Embassy of Finland & Soka Gakkai Malaysia

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Chen Jia Shang Acrylic Art Exhibition ( 陈甲上压克力展 )

Just to post a few pictures on this exhibition to interest you

I have posted about this event before in my calendar earlier - please go to this link for more info.

Brief intro on this Art Exhibition

This exhibition showcases the esteemed work of an artist from Tainan, Mr. Chen Jia Shang. His artwork is mostly inspired by his childhood life amongst the poor farmer. He has masterfully captures the beautiful scenery of the livelihood of a farming village life in his works.

Take this opportunity to experience the feeling of peace and harmony, beauty with reality in these breathtaking creations by Mr. Chen Jia Shang.

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The Legend of Rainforest (Dance Performance by BATU Dance Theatre)

THE LEGEND OF RAINFOREST

( Dance Performance in conjunction with the opening ceremony for the exhibition titled "The 3rd Exhibition of New Expression of Asian Art" )

Exhibition Opening Ceremony Details:
Date : 26th August 2006, Saturday
Time : 11.00am
Venue : Wisma Kebudayaan Soka Gakkai Malaysia (WKSGM), Jalan Bukit Bintang

Dance Performance:
Date : 26th August 2006, Saturday
Time : 1.30pm
Venue : WKSGM, 4th floor Auditorium after the opening ceremony.
(Admission is free and seating on first come first served basis)

Proud to announce that, there will be a Special Dance Performance in conjunction with the opening ceremony of the esteemed exhibition entitled, "The 3rd Exhibition of New Expression of Asian Art" at the WKSGM, Jalan Bukit Bintang.

In conjunction with the exhibition opening, the exhibition's organising committee has specially organised a dance performance by one of Malaysia's most critically-acclaimed dance groups - BATU Dance Theatre, to welcome all participating artists from overseas and Malaysia. Through colourful, elaborate costumes and traditional music, the group seeks to incorporate modern and traditional movements derived from the diverse cultures of Malaysia.

The title of the performance is "The Legend of Rainforest", depicting the romantic warmth of tropical rainforest marking a happy reunion of ethnic wealth that binds cultural faith and means.

The above performance will be held at 1.30pm at 4th floor Auditorium after the opening ceremony. Admission is free and seating on first come first served basis.

Note:

This performance is opened to those who are interested and seating will be on a first come first served basis.

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VENUE LOCATION AND CONTACT:

Wisma Kebudayaan Soka Gakkai

243, Jalan Bukit Bintang

55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tel: 603-2141 2003 Fax: 603-2142 3932

For more info, please visit: www.sgm.org.my

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The 3rd Exhibition of New Expression of Asian Art

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Opening Date: Aug 26 (Sat)
Opening Time: 11.00am

Date : Aug 26 (Sat) to Sept 3 (Sun)

Time : 11.00am – 6.00pm

Venue : Exhibition Hall, Wisma Kebudayaan SGM

Brief Intro on the Exhibition

The biannual New Expression of Asian Art is entering into its third celebration, which will be held in Malaysia. 162 artists from 13 Asian countries will jointly exhibit their collections of exquisite art works, consisting of oil, watercolour, ink and acrylic paintings etc. This is indeed a grand exhibition in the art circle of Asia.

This exhibition is not only providing a good platform the art circle in Asia, but also at the same time, enhancing friendly relationship and exchange between the countries. Let us take this great opportunity to appreciate the tradition and culture of each country.

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I have uploaded some images on some of the artwork pieces displayed during the exhibition (of which I plucked from the Soka Gakkai Malaysia webpage). Hope the visual aid will interest you enough to attend this event

Lastly, to those who did attend this event, please do drop me a reply post to share your experience. The more the merrier ok!

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VENUE LOCATION AND CONTACTS:

Wisma Kebudayaan Soka Gakkai

243, Jalan Bukit Bintang

55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tel: 603-2141 2003 Fax: 603-2142 3932

For more info, please visit: www.sgm.org.my

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