Teen lion dancers thrill crowds at renowned temple’s CNY event

Great experience: Gabriell and Muhammad Izdhihar are happy to be part of a lion dance troupe that was invited to perform during the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple’s lighting ceremony.

MELAKA: Performing a lion dance at the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the country’s oldest functioning place of worship, was a memorable experience for two 13-year-old students.

Gabriell Josiah and Muhammad Izdhihar Shairman Azairi were among the members of the Siew Heng Association Melaka lion dance troupe that was invited to perform during the temple’s lighting ceremony, held in conjunction with the Lunar New Year, on Tuesday night.