Theatre series 'Opium' returns with a tale of love, tragedy and triads

In 'Opium By Any Other Name', you can follow the young lovers in 1890s Taiping as they navigate the journey of self-discovery while attempting to unite their opposing Ghee Hin and Hai San clans amidst rising political unrest. Photo: Engku Armand

It's said that the town of Taiping, Perak gets its name from two Chinese characters: "tai" (great) and "ping" (peace).

But in theatre director Tarrant Kwok’s latest production, Opium By Any Other Name, there’s anything but "great peace" to be had.