Teochew puppetry tradition set to come alive in Kuala Lumpur


Ling Goh examining a traditional Chinese opera puppet at the Teochew Puppet and Opera House in Armenian Street, George Town in Penang. Photo: The Star/Filepics

This Saturday, the "Malam Pusaka Di Ruang Kota" cultural arts series is set for an early Chinese New Year reunion with the Teochew Puppet and Opera House.

It will be hosting a special live performance by this traditional arts troupe from George Town in Penang. Cultural organisation Pusaka has been working with the Teochew Puppet and Opera House for nearly 10 years now.

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