The East is Green is a mini-series where we bring you stories from the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia (also known as the Malay Heartland) in hopes of painting a more nuanced picture of its people, culture and politics. 

In this episode, we explore the arts scene of Kelantan & Terengganu and reflect on how they express themselves despite tight restrictions and conservatism, as well as how they negotiate with the various powers that be. 

We hear from: 

Intan Rafiza, Curator, Balai Seni Negara

Jehabdulloh Jehsorhoh, Patani Artspace

Anuwat Apimukmongkon, Patani Artspace

Hakim Sattu, Artist & Indie Filmmaker

Naquib Mohammad, Folk Singer

Ahmad Syafiq Abdul Rahman, Dikir Barat Practitioner

Produced by: Dashran Yohan, Sharaad Kuttan, Haniff Baharudin

Presented by: Dashran Yohan, Sharaad Kuttan, Haniff Baharudin

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Categories:  politics,  culture,  film,  music,  performing arts,  visual arts

Tags:  politics,  malaysian politics,  The East is Green,  east coast,  Malay heartland,  kelantan,  terengganu,  pas,