Here's a list of virtual Malaysian arts events to catch this weekend

The Wicked Music People will share insights on the world of Early Music in its virtual session on June 4. Photo: Filepic

VIRTUAL THEATRE: SOLITUDASI DI KOTA

Date and Time: July 3, 9pm

Solitudasi Di Kota, presented by Bahasa Malaysia language theatre company Rumah Lakon, is a poignant tale of the fragmented experiences of a group of people who were affected by the movement control order which was enforced March last year. This 40-minute visual presentation is void of any form of dialogue or speech.

Solitudasi Di Kota, ticketed, will stream via Zoom.

More info here.

VIRTUAL THEATRE: ENTROPY

Date and Time: Ends Dec 31

Directed by Penangite playwright/director Fa Abdul, Entropy is about a father who has lost his only child when a bridge near her school collapsed. He decides to take matters into his own hands. Unfortunately, he discovers that the faulty bridge was endorsed by some corrupt people. Will the father go down a questionable path just to make things right?

Entropy, ticketed, will stream on Youtube. A private link will be given upon purchase of ticket.

More info here.

THEATRE WORKSHOP: RHYTHM, RHYME & REASON

Date and Time: July 3 and 4, 4.30pm

There’s only so many new recipes and gardening to try in a lockdown period. Why not pick up an artistic skill in this two day drama and theatre workshop (RM100). Join drama coach Lam Ghooi Ket as he takes you through the various aspects of drama and literary art. From poetic rhythm and literary techniques, explore Shakespeare, Keats and other literary giants while discovering your individual potential for creative expression and communication.

More info here.

MUSIC: PLAYING WITH HISTORY

Date and Time: July 4, 8pm

Hangout with Kuala Lumpur-based Early Music (Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque period) ensemble Wicked Music People (WMP) this Sunday for a virtual catch-up session. Organised by the Penang Philharmonic Orchestra, Playing With History explores what Early Music is and how do we play with freedom while staying true to music celebrated in the past?

Playing With History, ticketed, will stream via Zoom. A private link will be given upon purchase of ticket.

More info here.

SHORT FILM: AYAHKU, Dr G

Date and Time: July 3, 7pm

Ayahku, Dr G is a story about a daughter’s quest for her father’s justice from a law that puts punishment before public health. This short film revolves around Siti who finds herself pulled into the unfamiliar world of lengthy legal proceedings and prison visits when her 60-year-old father is arrested for using medical cannabis to treat his chronic illnesses. Ayahku, Dr G, ticketed, will stream via CloudTheatre.

More info here.