Mak Yong Theater : Malaysian Intangible Heritage
Updated: Mar 7, 2019
Package name
Mak Yong Theater : Malaysian Intangible Heritage
Credit transfer?
No
Why is this interesting for me?
Participants will be exposed with the Malay culture and art such as Mak Yong (UNESCO World Heritage) and interact directly with artists and Malay culture & art practitioners.
When?
August
How long is the course?
1 week
Language proficiency
Basic English
Price?
USD1000
Price inclusive?
Accommodations, Food, OTHERS
Please state the price inclusive for “OTHERS”?
Local transfer
Learning objectives
Transfer of knowledge and skills regarding Malay culture and arts to the international community;
Introduce and empower Mak Yong as Malay art;
Introducing basic Malay language.
What do I expect to learn?
Introduction to Mak Yong history
Introduction to Mak Yong musical instruments
Introduction to Mak Yong performance practices and repertoire.
Step by step tutorial on Mak Yong performance.
Experience performing a shirt skit of Mak Yong theater.
Visit to cultural place around Kelantan.
How do I experience learning?
Group Activities, Demonstration, Practicals, Outings, Exposure to traditional theatre performance
How am I assessed?
Participation, Report
Is the certificate is awarded upon completion of the programme?
Yes
Note for students?
Come, learn and experience Malay Culture with us.
Call for action:
Dr. Yohan Kurniawan
Centre for Language Studies and Generic Development Universiti Malaysia Kelantan Locked Bag 01, 16300 Bachok Kelantan, MALAYSIA.
Tel: +6097797126
Fax:+6097797122
Email: yohan@umk.edu.my
A fascinating look at Mak Yong and its role in preserving Malaysian cultural heritage. It is great to see traditional arts receiving attention and being shared with wider audiences. Cultural symbols like these also inspire ideas for Custom Velcro Patches Malaysia, especially for groups and communities looking to represent local heritage.