Ask Dance Company proudly presents Menempa Tari Tradisi 2024 di Bumi Kenyalang, a dynamic celebration of Malaysia’s traditional dances. Following the success of the inaugural production in 2022, this year’s event is set to bring even greater cultural richness and joy. With the support of ArtsFAS Festival by Yayasan Hasanah and the Ministry of Finance, and in partnership with Sekolah Seni Malaysia Kuching, this performance celebrates the unique heritage of Sarawak — the land of the hornbill — adding to the beauty and diversity of Malaysian dance.
Event Highlights
Event: Menempa Tari Tradisi 2024 Di Bumi Kenyalang
Dates & Times:
29 November 2024, 8:00 PM
30 November 2024, 8:00 PM
1 December 2024, 3:00 PM
Venue: Auditorium Toh Puan Hajah Norkiah Sekolah Seni Malaysia Sarawak
Ticket Prices: RM 20 (Standard)
RM 10 (Student/ Child / Senior Citizen)
Child (6 – 12 years old)
Senior Citizen (60 and above)
About the Show
Menempa Tari Tradisi 2024 Di Bumi Kenyalang is an enchanting performance that captures the unity and beauty of Malaysia’s traditional dances. Featuring dancers from Ask Dance Company, Sekolah Seni Malaysia Sarawak, and Rumpun Sen iUniversiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Sarawak, the production offers a rich repertoire, including Terinai Ketam Bawa Anak (Malay Classical Dance) and Bharatanatyam (Indian Classical Dance) to be performed in Sarawak. Each performance celebrates Malaysia’s cultural heritage through dance, honouring our ancestors and preserving their artistry.
Objective: To foster appreciation for Malaysia’s diverse dance heritage, showcasing the profound legacy and beauty of traditional dance within the Sarawak community.
Words from Our Creative Leaders
“Menempa Tari Tradisi 2024: Di Bumi Kenyalang celebrates the diversity and unity of Malaysia’s cultural heritage through traditional dance. This production brings together Malay, Chinese, Indian, Sabah, and Sarawakian dance forms to honor our shared identity in the land of the hornbill.
Through each performance, we aim to inspire new connections to our roots, showcasing the timeless beauty of traditional arts and their power to unite us across communities and generations.”
— Imran Syafiq, Creative Producer
“I have always believed in the advocacy and agency of dance. This work by ADC and its dedicated artists showcases Malaysia at its finest — using dance as a tool for unity and empowerment.”
— Joseph Gonzales, Founder/Advisor
Tickets are available at https://www.cloudjoi.com/shows/2612-menempa-tari-tradisi-2024-di-bumi-kenyalang. For more details, please contact Kalaivani at 012-590 0488 or email [email protected].