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Rhymba the Musical

Peter Ong, Co-Founder, Pan Productions | Alizakri Alias, cast member

04-Oct-24 15:35

Rhymba the Musical

PAN Productions is set to debut a new original musical, Rhymba, inspired by Malaysia’s incredible biodiversity. The show features characters like the Malayan Tiger and Sunda Slow Loris, and the musical addresses themes of generational conflict and succession, while highlighting local flora and fauna. We find out what's in store from the show’s co-producers Peter Ong and Alizakri Alias, who are also the co-founders of Pan Productions.

Image credit: PAN Productions via CloudJoi

Produced by: Juliet Jacobs

Presented by: Juliet Jacobs


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Categories:  performing artsmusicenvironment

Tags:  original Malaysian musicalthe bigger picturefront rowpan productionsmusical theatrebiodiversity conservation





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