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Front Row

BFM Media
Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
Art
Theatre
Classical Music
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Mental Health
Jazz
Identity
Ilham Gallery
Performing Arts
Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre
Jit Murad
Shantanand Festival Of Arts
Johann Sebastian Bach
KL City Opera
Five Arts Centre
Royal Selangor Jazz Festival
Dance
Bachfest Malaysia

Don’t be afraid of the arts. You too can enjoy it! Don't believe us? Tune in to Front Row to find out about the best shows and exhibitions that will recharge your brain and restore your spirit, as told by the producers, performers and artists themselves.

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Being Carried is a new theatre production that puts disabled, Deaf and neurodivergent artists at the heart of the creative process, exploring themes of care, connection and survival through lived experience. Created as a collaboration between Malaysi... more

Cross-cultural collaborations often produce some of the most exciting work in theatre, especially when they bring together traditions that, at first glance, seem worlds apart. Shakespeare Meets Noh: Desdemona does exactly that, combining Shakespeare'... more

The klpac Orchestra is celebrating its 20th anniversary with its biggest production yet, bringing together more than 100 musicians for TITANS & Temptations. We speak to Music Director and Resident Conductor Lee Kok Leong, and First Violinist Zeth Yue... more

What do Shakespeare and Mak Yong have in common? More than you might think! Mak Yong Shakespeare: The Comedy of Errors brings together one of the world's best-known comedies with Kelantan's centuries-old dance theatre tradition, creating a fresh take... more

This year, WVC Malaysian Jazz Ensemble celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking twenty years of original music, collaborations, recordings and performances that have helped shape Malaysia's jazz landscape. Founded and led by pianist and composer Tay ... more

Great stories need great music. Often, it's the score that nudges us when to feel hope, fear, triumph, or heartbreak, turning unforgettable moments on screen into experiences that stay with us for years. Tutan Entertainment's upcoming concert, Across... more

What happens when an entire country's financial future depends on who one wealthy widow decides to marry? That's the delightfully improbable premise at the heart of The Merry Widow, Franz Lehár's much-loved operetta filled with romance, intrigue, and... more

When most people think of George Frideric Handel, it's often the Messiah and the soaring "Hallelujah" Chorus that come to mind. But Handel's musical legacy extends far beyond his most famous work. A special concert titled Shades of Handel, presented ... more

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Recent Guests

Tay Cher Siang
Music director, pianist and founder of the WVC Malaysian Jazz Ensemble
WVC Malaysian Jazz Ensemble
Episode: WVC Malaysian Jazz Ensemble's 20th Anniversary Celebration
Gui Foo Chen
Cast member of KL City Opera
KL City Opera
Episode: The Merry Widow
Scott Woo
Tenor and Director of the KL Madrigal Singers & Players
KL Madrigal Singers & Players
Episode: Shades of Handel
Gabriel Tham
Actor portraying Wyn
Hungry cast
Episode: Hungry
Ahmad Muriz Che Rose
Conductor and head of music talent development at the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Episode: The ASEAN Youth Orchestra Festival Kuala Lumpur 2026
Lee Shiak Yao
Founder, conductor and artistic director of Klang Chamber Choir
Klang Chamber Choir
Episode: Redefining Artistry
Lai Suk Yin
Singer with the Young KL Singers
Young KL Singers
Episode: Tokyo x Seoul: Icons & Idols
Lai Chee Bungan Yeow
Director and vocalist
Seoul Bishaw to Shin Creation
Episode: The Long Journey
Foo Chiwei
Producer
The Long Journey team
Episode: The Long Journey

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Juliet Jacobs
Host of Front Row

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Hungry
Q: How would you describe Hungry in a nutshell?
It's a recognizable family drama about the Asian family, focusing on dynamics, memory, and relationships, with ghosts as a thematic overlay rather than a straight ghost story.
Across Galaxies & Kingdoms
Q: What is Across Galaxies & Kingdoms about and what can audiences expect from the live experience?
It's a journey through the most beloved cinematic worlds, performed live with an emphasis on storytelling through sound, where audiences relive familiar moments with orchestral color and energy, accompanied by choir and a diverse ensemble.
WVC Malaysian Jazz Ensemble's 20th Anniversary Celebration
Q: What can audiences expect from the anniversary concert in terms of format and storytelling?
The concert will blend live performance with LED visuals to recount the band's history, ups and downs, and the people who shaped it, aiming to inspire younger musicians to pursue their own paths.
WVC Malaysian Jazz Ensemble's 20th Anniversary Celebration
Q: Tell me some of the people who are going to be sharing the stage with you.
Cher Siang outlines a diverse lineup including Junji Delfino, Janet Lee, Aizen Kong, Lim Sun Heng, Julian Chan, and Farid Izzwan, plus a notable arrangement with a saxophone battle to showcase different eras of the band.
Shades of Handel
Q: If someone is attending a classical concert for the first time, what should they listen for during Shades of Handel?
Pay attention to how the harpsichord contrasts with the piano, how the Baroque flute and viola da gamba blend with voices, and how the textures shift between vocal-led sections and instrumental highlights to reveal Handel's range.

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This show centers on arts, theatre, music, and exhibitions, featuring artists, producers, conductors, and festival organizers who unpack creative processes, production choices, and audience experiences. Episodes commonly explore upcoming performances, new works, cross-cultural collaborations, and practicalities like ticketing, venues, and rehearsal processes. A notable pattern is a strong emphasis on live performance formats—from orchestral programs and opera to immersive theatre—and on making complex art more accessible to diverse audiences. A few interviews highlight multi-disciplinary projects that fuse visual arts, dance, and storytelling with traditional concert or stage formats, underscoring the show's commitment to contemporary, cros... more

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1. Tay Cher Siang
2. Gui Foo Chen
3. Scott Woo
4. Gabriel Tham
5. Ahmad Muriz Che Rose
6. Lee Shiak Yao
7. Lai Suk Yin
8. Lai Chee Bungan Yeow

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