These male dancers are putting Sabah's traditional dances in the spotlight

Azizan (left) and Nazri of Tagaps want more youngsters to learn about traditional dances. — LOW LAY PHON/The Star

Being a male traditional dancer can prove to be quite a challenge, especially if you’re looking to build a professional career out of it.

Sabahan dancer Nazri Adam, who has been performing for more than 15 years, hopes to reshape people’s perception of professional male dancers in the industry.