Stream time: Melaka's 'Kejut Sahur' Ramadan drummers, Naga of Tasik Chini

VIRTUAL MUSIC: FRAGMEN: TRADISI KEJUT SAHUR

Date and Time: Unlimited

Did you know that there’s an 80-year old community tradition in Kampung Bukit Piatu in Melaka where a group of drummers go around the neighbourhood area, waking people up for sahur during Ramadan month?

This short video by the Malaysian National Film Development Corporation (Finas) gives viewers a glimpse of this unique Ramadan tradition called "Ketuk Ketuk Kejut Sahur". Starting at 3am during the fasting month, a group of Bukit Piatu villagers - young and old - will walk from the main road and through the back lanes (for about 2km) to get the entire kampung (about 2,000 residents) to wake up at dawn for sahur.

The mood is festive and loud on the dark streets, with Ramadan drummers banging the gendang silat and kompang to make a din. The serunai and kerincing are also added to the traditional instrument list. Hari Raya songs are also sung by the joyous group closer to the big day, as the entire Kampung Bukit Piatu comes together as a vibrant and lively community.

There also different Ramadan traditions featured in this Finas festive series.

Fragmen: Tradisi Kejut Sahur and videos (in Bahasa Malaysia) can be streamed for free via the Finas YouTube channel.

VIRTUAL ART: RAYA COOKIE JAR DECORATION

Date and Time: Unlimited

Hari Raya is just around the corner. Why not make it extra special by decorating your cookie jars?

Glam up your ordinary plastic jars with Hari Raya works of art and wow your guests. In this Muzium Negara Ramadan series, you can learn how to transform your cookie jars. All it takes is some simple craft materials and a whole lot of imagination.

The Raya Cookie Jar Decoration video can be streamed via the museum’s Facebook page.

VIRTUAL THEATRE: WFH@KLPAC RAMADHAN EDITION

Date and Time: April 16 - May 1, 3pm and 8.30pm

There’s only a few more days left for you to catch the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre’s (KLPac) Ramadan edition of WFH@KLPac series. They will be streamed on CloudTheatre.

Hikayat Si Miskin Menjadi Raja tells the tale of two young men, Amir Hamzah, a wealthy prince, and Kadir Jabun, a poor boy. The duo accidentally exchange identities and get into all sorts of trouble, including a prison sentence and a wrongful coronation.

Pragina: EMOSI is a coming together of traditional and contemporary Balinese dance, presented by Emi, Shafiq Yussof and Zhafir Muzani.

Life Sdn Bhd: Differences is a platform to highlight young voices in the arts as they share their dreams, hopes, nightmares and struggles.

WFH@KLPac:Ramadhan Edition, ticketed, can be streamed via CloudTheatre.

Neo Disiden is all about power and loyalty. Photo: Handout

VIRTUAL THEATRE: NEO DISIDEN

Date and Time: Unlimited

Presented by Revolution Stage and directed by its founder Khairunazwan Rodzy, Neo Disiden tells the story of Brutus, a brave new voice fighting for the fate of members of the mafia organisation against Caesar's rule who desires a monarchical system. The loss of that authority signals the demise of a rule and pits Caesar against his trusted men. Neo Disiden depicts Brutus, Cassius, and Antonius' quest for meaning and truth as they struggle with self-contradiction, loyalty, and ideological differences.

Neo Disiden, ticketed, can be streamed via Revolution Stage’s website.

VIRTUAL DOCUMENTARY: A PIECE OF HEAVEN

Date and Time: Unlimited

Take a virtual trip to Dikaki Tower House, a treehouse and homestay at the foot of Gunung Raya in Langkawi. In this mini documentary, get to know visual artist/wood sculptor Tajalli Abdullah and his wife, visual artist, Normal Ismail, the couple behind this art haven away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Surrounded by acres of natural landscape, this hideaway is catered for art enthusiasts, nature lovers or anyone who wishes to unwind. Art is a big part of this house, inspiring each corner. Tajali and Normal also share about their lives at Dikaki Tower House, their daily routine and how the green valley in Langkawi inspires them.

A Piece Of Heaven can be streamed for via Youtube.

VIRTUAL ART: IN CONVERSATION WITH ABDULLAH JONES

Date and Time: Unlimited

For those who missed Mujarad Naga Tasek Chini, the third solo exhibition by local artist and writer Abdullah Jones at the G13 Gallery recently, here's a chance to catch up with the painter through the gallery's video series.

For this series of works, which is experimental in nature, Abdullah Jones mentions being is inspired by the legend of Tasik Chini (in Pahang). It also focuses on a mythical creature called Naga (dragon) from the lake.

Tasik Chini is the second largest natural lake in Malaysia. It was once known as a floating garden with thousands of white and pink lotus flowers covering its surface. Unfortunately, pollution caused by uncontrolled logging, mining and farming activities has destroyed this natural beauty. Through the new artworks, Abdullah Jones aims to bring out awareness about the environment and climate concerns at Tasik Chini by reinterpreting the cautionary folk tales and stories found in that area.

In this insightful conversation (in Bahasa Malaysia), Abdullah Jones also shares about the new elements - oil paint and spray paint - used in this exhibition.