RexKL rolls out online show series to support music, theatre and comedy scene

The 'RexKL Sessions', which stream weekly online, are an initiative by the popular KL arts space to reconnect with the masses. This classical music event took place last year. Photo: RexKL

It might take some months before RexKL gets back to hosting major live events.

For now, the repurposed Chinatown arts space (formerly Rex Cinema) is offering an online series called RexKL Sessions, which continues - virtually - the music, comedy and theatre events associated with the venue.

The series streams every Thursday (until Aug 27) on AirAsia RedTix, with a mixed programme.

The first batch of RexKL Sessions features local singer-songwriters, bands and comedians, including Otam, Kavin Jay & Papi Zak, Wanted Symphony, Nadhira, Helloluqman, SHN, Darren Teh, Prakash Daniel, Resort and Monoriff.

Brian Kwan, RexKL’s programming manager says this project was initiated to help creative communities with some income. Each participating artist is paid by RexKL.

“It's important we show our support to them in getting us through this difficult time, ” says Kwan.

Viewers can help support the artistes via the AirAsia RedTix platform, with a minimum donation (RM10).

These RexKL Sessions were recorded at RexKL in May.

With theatres and live event venues reopening on July 1, Kwan says a limited audience might be allowed to attend upcoming RexKL Sessions at the end of this month.

Mini theatre shows, visual art and photography workshops, and dance performances are up next for the RexKL Sessions.

“Nothing else is scheduled yet at RexKL. Our collaborators are also cautious to restart. We are monitoring the public's movement and sentiment in light of the reopening of live event spaces, ” says Kwan.

RexKL is also in talks with Kelab Seni Filem Malaysia to restart its weekly Wednesday film screenings.

For more details, visit RexKL’s Facebook page.