george town festival 2011 program
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George Town Festival 2O11 is a month-long celebration to showcase our multicultural living heritage. In its second year as an annual event, the State Government is proud to support this rich array of theatre, music, dance, art, opera, food and fashion, which is estimated to reach an audience of up to a million.
With more than 8O events, the State Government is pleased so many ethnic groups have come forward to support the Festival and highlight the thriving multicultural economies, social and physical activities of Penang’s diverse communities. This event demonstrates the State Government’s commitment to safeguarding the integrity and authenticity of Outstanding Universal Values integral to our World Heritage Site.
I would like to thank all sponsors and stakeholders who have contributed and urge all Penangites to join us in celebrating our unique and precious heritage. Let Penang glow as we revisit triumphs of the golden years and reconnect with our past to face the future together.
Chief MinisterYang Amat Berhormat Tuan Lim Guan Eng
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George Town is one of the great loves of my life, and guiding this Festival for the second time has been incredibly difficult but an amazing journey.
This living, breathing ‘performing’ city is a natural stage like no other, with stunning architecture, a compelling mix of ethnic communities and community spirit I have not felt anywhere else in Malaysia.
The Festival provides a platform to promote arts and bring communities together while being a catalyst for stimulating Penang’s economy and its appeal as a tourism destination. Seeing the people of Penang take ownership of the Festival and participate by sharing their homes, histories and talents is simultaneously uplifting and humbling.
I am truly grateful for the support of the honourable Chief Minister of Penang, YAB Tuan Lim Guan Eng, the people of Penang and my dedicated team for making this journey a reality.
Festival DirectorJoe Sidek
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Refer to centre spread for event calendar
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TSO6art &
exhibitions
18music
16 fashion &food
12culture
13opera
17theatre
14dance
2Ophotography
21talks & film
22 more
26 sponsors
Most events are free unless stated otherwise
Refer to centre spread for event calendar
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Wayang!1 - 22 July 2O11Time:1Oam-5pm Tues-SunVenue:Gallery 29, 29 China Street
Kasay Nyonya Melaka2 - 18 July 2O11Time: 7pmVenue:Alliance Française de Penang,46 Jln Phuah Hin LeongEnquiries@+6O4-227 6OO8
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Sasaran-MTV Contemporary Art Exhibition17 July - 31 July 2O11Venue:Galeri Seni Mutiara, The Whiteaways ArcadeEnquiries@+6O4 262 O167
Sculpture, Painting and Fine Arts from Latin America18 - 31 July 2O11Time: 11am-11pmVenue:WAF Art Gallery, Straits Quay, Tanjong Tokong
Capturing Twilight1 July - 31 August 2O11Venue:Lone Pine HotelEnquiries@ +6O4 222 2OOO
DA+C Festival 2O1115, 16, 17 July 2O11Venue:Suffolk HouseEnquiries@[email protected]
Little India9 - 11 July 2O11Venue:Kapitan Keling Mosque, Pitt Street
Wall Words7 - 31 July 2O11Venue:George Town - selected locations outdoors
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Home Coming: Penang Lalalilatampong Unites9-31 July 2O11Time: 11am-2pm/6pm-7pm Mon-Thurs
11am-9pm Fri-SunClosed on TuesdayVenue:Chai Diam Ma, Queen StreetEnquiries@+6O16-4O6 5993
Line Line Journey Exhibition/Perjalanan Melalui Garisan1O - 24 July 2O11Time: Noon-6pmVenue:Galeri Seni Mutiara, The Whiteaways ArcadeEnquiries@+6O4 262 O167
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Peranakan Straits Chinese: The Women7 - 31 July 2O11Time: 1Oam-5pmVenue:Pinang Peranakan MansionEnquiries@+6O4-2642929
Impressions of Malaysia Contemporary Art Exhibition2 - 25 July 2O11Time: 9am-5pmVenue:Penang State Art Gallery, Ground Floor, Dewan Sri PinangEnquiries@+6O12-474 3O36+6O4-261 3144
Duo Exhibition The Coexisting Dreams of Yeong Ningand Grace Lim3 - 24 July 2O11Time: 11am - 6pm Mon-Fri
1pm - 5pm SatVenue:Galeri Art Point, 8-G-4, Sunny Point ComplexEnquiries@+6O4-659 [email protected]
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Ng Fong Chi23 July - 8 August 2O11Time: 7pmVenue:Alliance Française de Penang, 46 Jln Phuah Hin LeongEnquiries@+6O4-227 6OO8
World Heritage in Japan1 - 31 July 2O11Time: 9am-5pmVenue:Penang State Art Gallery, Ground Floor, Dewan Sri PinangEnquiries@+6O4-261 3144
Living Art from Ancient Lands - Ceramic Paintings by Jingdezhen Grand Master Cai Zhong Shun and Malaysian Women Artists21 - 3O July 2O11Time: 11am-6pm Mon-Fri
1pm-5pm SatVenue:Galeri Art Point, 8-G-4, Sunny Point ComplexEnquiries@+6O4-659 [email protected]
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The Loretta H. Yang Exhibition 2O117 - 17 July 2O11Time: 11.3Oam-8.3OpmVenue:Eastern & Oriental Hotel, PenangEnquiries@+6O3-2148 9618
The Picturesque: An Exhibition of Penang1 - 1O July 2O11Time: 1Oam-1OpmVenue:Ground Floor, Penang Times SquareEnquiries@+6O4-21O 9O2O
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Bon Odori Festival 2O1116 July 2O11Time: 6pmVenue:EsplanadeEnquiries@+6O4-226 3O3O
CUL
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Tapestry of Cultures7, 8 & 9 July 2O11Venue:George Town - selected locations
Enjoy yourself and the glories of Penang in a full programme of communal events in George Town that celebrate its inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Attractions include street performances by multicultural communities, open house access to public and private heritage buildings, and exploring the homes of families that have become ‘Living Museums’. Most events are free. And if you get hungry, there will be plenty of street stall snacks to choose from.Participating groups include: the Indian Muslim community, Meng Eng Soo, Penang Teochew Association, Penang Goldsmith Association, Cheah Kongsi, the Islamic Museum, St George’s Church, Penang State Museum, Masjid Melayu Lebuh Acheh and many more.
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OPERA
Pro Musica Mini Concert14 July 2O11Time: 7.3Opm-1OpmVenue:MPPP Town HallTickets@RM 1OBookings: +6O4-261 63O8
Pro Musica International Workshop and Master Class for Vocal Training and Opera8 - 14 July 2O11Venue:Bellevue, the Penang Hill Hotel
Pro Musica Gala Concert17 July 2O11Time: 7.3Opm-1OpmVenue:Dewan Sri Pinang,Tickets@ RM4O (students), RM8O, RM12OBookings: +6O4-261 63O8Online Tickets: www.ticketcharge.com.my
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Vertical Road2O July 2O11Time: 8pm-1OpmVenue:Dewan Sri PinangTickets@RM4O (students), RM8O, RM12O, RM18OBookings: +6O4-261 63O8Online Tickets: www.ticketcharge.com.my
The latest work from acclaimed choreographer Akram Khan explores man’s earthly nature, rituals and the consequences of human actions. Vertical Road becomes a meditation on the journey from gravity to grace, inspired by the Sufi tradition and the Persian poet/philosopher Rumi.Vertical Road brings together performers from around the world in this challenging piece from one of the UK’s most innovative and influential dance talents.
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River Meets Light29 & 3O July 2O11Time: 8.3Opm-1OpmVenue:Prangin Canal, Maxwell Road
12 Monkeys & More...9 July 2O11Time: 6.3Opm - FREEVenue:Taman Rekreasi Kuari, Penang Botanic Gardens
Three works of contemporary dance about monkeys in myth and legend by choreographers Ghaffar Pourazar (Beijing Opera), Jitti Chompee (Thailand) and Zubin Mohmad (Malaysia). The tales feature a monkey king who is a disciple of a Buddhist monk, Hanuman the monkey god battling the demon king Ravana, and a passionate interpretation of the monkey characters in Ramakien, the Thai national epic.
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Authentic Malaysian Cooking Experience1 - 31 July 2O11Time: 9am-1pm
2pm-5pm(Open daily. Online booking availablewww.tropicalspicegarden.com/[email protected])Venue:TSG Cooking School, Jln Teluk BahangPeranakan Cuisine @ Eastin Hotel1 - 31 July 2O11Time: 1.3Oam -3pm Sat, Sun and public
holidaysVenue:Swez Brasserie, Eastin Hotel Penang
Eastin Peranakan Cooking Classes 1 - 31 July 2O11Time: 1pm-2pm Sat, Sun & public holidaysVenue:Eastin Hotel PenangEnquiries@+6O4-612 1111Nasi Kandar Food Festival1 - 31 July 2O117 and 8 July - Street CelebrationTime: 6pm-11pmEnquiries@Liga Muslim Pulau Pinang+6O16-412 2858
Peranakan Penang1 July 2O11Time: 8pm-11pmVenue:Grand Ball Room, Eastern & Oriental HotelBy invitation only
Dinner@83rd July 2O11Cocktails: 7.3OpmDinner: 8pmShangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & SpaTickets: RM8OO
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THEATRE
Blind Love8 - 1O July 2O11Time: 8pm with an extra matinee
performance at 3pm on 9 July Venue:Sound Maker Studio, 62, Weld QuayEnquiries@+6O12-428 2711+6O12-488 9OO6
Great Expectations28 July 2O11Time: 7.3Opm-1OpmVenue:Dewan Sri Pinang, Lebuh LightEnquiries@INTI College Penang Drama Club+6O17- 481 381O
No. 71, 2, 3 July 2O11Time: 7.3Opm for 8pm show9.3Opm post-show receptionVenue:Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, Jalan LeithTicket@ RM15OBooking: +6O4-261 63O8
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Indian Muslim Islamic Songs & Qawalli Concert22 July 2O11Time: 8pmVenue:Dewan Sri Pinang, Lebuh LightEnquiries@Liga Muslim Pulau Pinang+6O16-4122858 | +6O12-4516898
FEVER - A Feverish Night of Pop, Cabaret,Jazz & Rock9 July 2O11Time: 7pm-11pmVenue:Dewan Budaya USMEnquiries@+6O4-659 5122 | +6O12-478 [email protected]
Choral Pot-Pourri23 July 2O1Time: 7.3Opm-1OpmVenue:Dewan Sri PinangEnquiries@+6o4-2622462 | +6O12-5622117
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ICConcert Utama TYT3 July 2O11Time: 7.3Opm-1OpmVenue:Dewan Sri PinangEnquiries@Penang Symphony Society+6O4-228 O98O
Jazz & Heritage22 July 2O11Time: 7.3OpmVenue:MPPP Town Hall, EsplanadeEnquiries@+6O12-412 [email protected]
Heng Ee Annual School Concert1 & 2 JulyTime: 7.3OpmVenue:Dewan Sri PinangEnquiries@+ 6O4 -282 44O2
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High Winds Ensemble in Penang!3O - 31 July 2O11Time: 8pmVenue:3O - MPPP Town Hall 31 - 1926 Heritage Hotel Enquiries@Musica Sinfonietta+6O16-451 8487 | +6O12-474 9O2OBy invitation
Joint Concert by the Yala Youth Symphony of South Thailand and the Penang Philharmonic25 July 2O11Time: 7.3Opm-1OpmVenue:Dewan Sri PinangEnquiries@Penang Philharmonic+6O4-2622462 | +6O12-5622117
Ancient Warriors and Legendary Heroes24 July 2O11Time: 2pm-4.3OpmVenue:Dewan Sri PinangEnquiries@Penang Inclusion Orchestra+6O12-576 6583 | +6O4-283 7623
Ghazal Performance25 July 2O11Time: 7.3OpmVenue:MPPP Town Hall, EsplanadeEnquiries@Daniel Lim+6O4-222 68OO
Lisbon Chamber Choir3O July 2O11By invitation only31 July 2O11Register for free admission, call -6O4-261 63O8. Limited seating availableTime: 8pmVenue:St. George’s Church, Jalan Farquhar
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YBlending of Blood7 - 3O July 2O11Time: 11am-5pmVenue:1st Floor, The Whiteaways Arcade
The public can send black and white portraits of themselves to be included in the exhibition.To submit a photo email:[email protected]
Characters7 - 3O July 2O11Time: 11am-5pmVenue:Unit 8, 1st Floor, The Whiteaways Arcade
PENANGism9 - 23 July 2O11Alpha Utara GalleryEnquiries@+6O4 264 248
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TALKS & FILM
Inspirational TalksEvery Tuesday in July 2O11Time: 7.3Opm-9.3OpmVenue:MPPP Town Hall, EsplanadeRegister for free admission,call +6O4-261 63O8
Well Lit Sessions28 July 2O11 Time: 5.3OpmVenue: MPPP Town Hall, Esplanade
I Am... Malay28 July 2O11Time: 7.3Opm-9.3OpmVenue:MPPP Town Hall, EsplanadeBy invitation
*Friday FilmsEvery Friday from 15 July 2O11Time: 8pm-1OpmVenue:The Whiteaways ArcadeRegister for free admission,call +6O4-261 63O8
*Event to be confirmed
Thinklab Design Conference23 & 24 July 2O11Time: 9.3Oam-6pmVenue:MPPP Town Hall, EsplanadeEnquiries@+6O16-612 3858 | [email protected]:Student @ RM4O.OOProfessional @ RM1OO.OO
World Junior Weightlifting Championship26 June - 7 July 2O11Venue:PISA, Penang
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S.O.S Street Market2nd - 3rd July 2O11Time:1Oam-1OpmVenue:1st Floor, Penang Times SquareEnquiries@Penang Times Square+6O4-21O [email protected]
Night Tour Back to Malaya - WWII1 - 31 July 2O11Time: 7pm-11pm DailyVenue:Penang War Museum, Lot 13OEnquiries@+6O4-626 5142 (tel)+6O4-626 4142 (fax)+6O16-421 36O6
Kwong Wah Yit Poh Penang Hill Climb3 July 2O11Venue:Youth Park, PenangEnquiries@Penang Amateur Athletic Association+6O16-462 [email protected] required
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Esplanade Line Jamboree2 July 2O11Time: 5pmVenue:Esplanade, George Town, PenangEnquiries@+6O4-659 3715
Little Baba & Nyonya9 July 2O11Time: 7pmVenue:Chin Ho Plaza, Penang Times SquareEnquiries@Penang Times Square+6O4-21O [email protected]
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Mr Penang 2O111Oth July 2O11Venue:PISA, PenangEnquiries@Penang Weightlifting Association/Penang Sports Council/Municipal Council of Penang Island+6O12-4OO [email protected]
Sittin’ Pretties & Comando CrawlersBaby Program1O July 2O11Time: 5pmVenue:Jammin’ Senzation, 4M, Jln Masjid Negeri, Greenlane, Penang
Living Art from Ancient Lands - Ceramic Paintings by Jingdezhen Grand Master Cai Zhong Shun and Malaysian Women Artists Workshop15 - 18 July 2O11Time: 11am-6pm Mon-Fri I pm-5pm SatVenue:Galeri Art Point, 8-G-4, Sunny Point Complex
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RE2nd International Building Control Conference15 - 16 July 2O11Time: 8am-5pmVenue:G Hotel, Gurney Drive
Tummy Timers1O July 2O11Time: 5pmVenue:Jammin’ Senzation, 4M, Jln Masjid NegeriEnquiries@+6O4-659 5122+6O12-478 [email protected] required
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Shanghai Splendour Karaoke Contest16 July 2O11Time: 8pmVenue: Shanghai Splendour, Logan Heritage, cnr Bishop and Beach Street,Enquiries@ +6O1O-599OOO1
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Scent of An Island22 July 2O11Venue:Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, Jalan Leith
Penang 5th International Skimboarding Competition 2O1116th July 2O11Time:16OO-21OOVenue:Tanjong Tokong BeachEnquiries@Penang Sports Council+6O4-659 3715(*registration required at RM3O)
Eu-Ee Book Fair22 July - 7 August 2O11Venue:Chin Ho Plaza, Penang Times SquareEnquiries@Penang Times Square+6O4-21O [email protected]
Indian Muslim Islamic Song Competition - Finals15 JulyTime: 8pmVenue:MPPP Town Hall, EsplanadeEnquiries@Liga Muslim Pulau Pinang+6O16-412 2858
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RSIn collaboration with:- • Municipal Council of Penang Island • George Town World Heritage
Incorporated • Penang Global Tourism Sdn Bhd
Official Media Partner • Star Publications (Malaysia) Berhad
Media Partner • Mongoose Publishing Sdn Bhd
Supporting Media • The Edge Communications Sdn Bhd • Penang Economic Monthly• IN Penang
Programme Sponsors• Dell Asia Pacific Sendirian Berhad • Penang Turf Club • Air Asia Bhd
Sponsoring Hotels • Eastern & Oriental Hotel • Eastin Hotel Penang • Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang • Bellevue, The Penang Hill Hotel• Hotel Equatorial Penang• Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa• Penaga Hotel• Parkroyal Penang Resort
GTF2O11: Sponsorship Listas of 27 June 2O11
Initiated by the State Government of Penang
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In collaboration with:- • Municipal Council of Penang Island • George Town World Heritage
Incorporated • Penang Global Tourism Sdn Bhd
Official Media Partner • Star Publications (Malaysia) Berhad
Media Partner • Mongoose Publishing Sdn Bhd
Supporting Media • The Edge Communications Sdn Bhd • Penang Economic Monthly• IN Penang
Programme Sponsors• Dell Asia Pacific Sendirian Berhad • Penang Turf Club • Air Asia Bhd
Sponsoring Hotels • Eastern & Oriental Hotel • Eastin Hotel Penang • Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang • Bellevue, The Penang Hill Hotel• Hotel Equatorial Penang• Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa• Penaga Hotel• Parkroyal Penang Resort
Supporting Hotels • Yeng Keng Hotel • Lone Pine Hotel • Golden Sands Resort Penang• Traders Hotel Penang• Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya
Supporting Transport Company • FTZ Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd
Venue Sponsors • State Secretariat Office (Dewan Sri
Pinang, Light Street) • Management Services Department,
Municipal Council of Penang Island (MPPP Town Hall, Esplanade)
• PPB Group Berhad (The Whiteaways Arcade, Beach Street)
• Straits Indigo Sendirian Berhad (Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion - No. 7)
Supporting Bodies/Organisations • US Embassy Kuala Lumpur • Royal Thai Consulate-General • Malaysian Association of Hotels
(Penang Chapter) • Invest-in-Penang Berhad • Singapore Airlines• Penang Botanic Gardens• Canon Marketing (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd• Guppy Plastic Industries Sdn Bhd• STEC Technology Sdn Bhd• Penang Malay Chamber of
Commerce Malaysia• Local communities