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Ah Kong

Alvin Looi, Actor

31-Mar-23 14:00

Ah Kong

A new monologue by theatre legend Chin San Sooi is set to be presented over two weekends, starting from the 1st of April. Titled Ah Kong, the titular character is a retiree who recalls his youthful days in Tanjong Pindang and Ipoh, and his other memories of days gone by. We find out what's in store from Alvin Looi, who will be playing Ah Kong in this monologue performance.

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Produced by: Juliet Jacobs

Presented by: Juliet Jacobs


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Categories:  performing arts,  History/Heritage,  culture

Tags:  Chin San Sooi,  theatre,  monologue, 


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