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Balai Gema Hikayat

May 1 @ 11:00 am - June 30 @ 8:00 pm SMT
Free

Step into the rich world of Malay storytelling and traditional performance at Balai Gema Hikayat, an immersive mini-gallery that celebrates the living heritage of narrative, music, movement and ritual.

This thoughtfully curated space introduces visitors to three treasured art forms – Makyong, Mek Mulung and Wayang Kulit – through engaging displays, visual documentation and interactive elements. Together, they reveal how stories were once shared in palace courts and village squares, shaping community life and passing down wisdom from one generation to the next.

Inside the gallery, visitors can explore:

• Iconic stories and characters from the repertoires of Makyong, Mek Mulung and Wayang Kulit

• Profiles of master performers and cultural custodians who have kept these traditions alive for over a century

• Tributes to institutions and organisations dedicated to safeguarding these art forms

• Costumes, archival materials and visual narratives tracing the evolution of traditional performance from royal courts and kampung grounds to contemporary stages

A visit to Balai Gema Hikayat offers a rare opportunity to encounter the enduring power of Malay storytelling and the cultural heritage it continues to inspire today.

Dates & Times
📅 01/05–30/06/2026
🕛 Daily, 11:00PM – 8:00PM
🎭 Live showcases on weekends

Creative / Production Team
Akar Seni Malaysia

Credits
Hikayat Fandom

Content Advisory
None. Suitable for all ages.

More Information
www.hikayatfandom.com

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