I THOUGHT of Information, Communications and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Dr Rais Yatim the other day and reflected on the impact that man has in my life. He affects my work since I rely heavily on the internet. He affects my entertainment choices since I almost would not have been able to attend the Arthur’s […]
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The Malaysian tragicomedy: Life imitating art
By Nick ChooWE know how art can imitate life, but oftentimes in Malaysia, it seems that life can also imitate art. So, what are the 10 ways the Malaysian sociopolitical landscape can be analogous to a theatre performance? 1. Flash factor (Pic by David Ritter / sxc.hu)A production can be boosted by extra-theatrical elements such as […]
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By Ding Jo-Ann“Muslims cannot attend. Non-Muslims can go and have fun.” AN Information, Communication and Culture Ministry official on Guinness’s 25 Sept 2009 Arthur’s Day celebrations at Sunway Lagoon, where music group the Black Eyed Peas is due to perform. The ministry had set out conditions for the organisers, including one stating that Muslims were not allowed […]
