A rare regional artistic collaboration between Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia will be showcased in a 90 minute Zapin music and dance production as part of the inaugural Zapin D'Muara Festival produced by Era Dance Theatre Limited for the Singapore Arts Festival 2010.
ZAPIN originates from the middle-east and is one of the five basic traditional Malay dance forms. MUARA, on the other hand is the Malay word for river-mouth. Therefore, Zapin D'Muara simply implies Zapin at the rive mouth.
This 3-day festival organised by the National Arts Council for Singapore Arts Festival 2010 will showcase everything about Zapin! From the Zapin Trail, Movies under the Stars, Zapin singing competition, drawing and colouring contest for children, Zapin seminar by academicians of the 3 countries and traditional silat demonstrations to the nightly showcase of traditional and creative Zapin works from the best of Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, Zapin D'Muara promises to be an enthralling experience with a variety of activities for people of all ages. There will also be a sumptuous spread of traditional food served along the walkway to enhance the whole experience. That truly makes Zapin D'Muara an appetizing cultural delight and also a wonderful outing for the whole family.
PROGRAMME ITINERARY
Friday, 28 May 2010
10am - 6pm: Zapin Trail
Know more about Zapin by following Zack the explorer in this interactive and fun trail with hands-on activities. A truly unforgettable experience.
8.30pm - 10pm: CentrestageEnjoy the energetic beats and rhytm of the Zapin Music Ensemble.
10pm - 11.30pm: Movie Under The Stars - Kanchan Tirana (1969)Movie was directed by P.Ramlee, with lead actors, P.Ramlee, Sarimah and Jins Shamsuddin.
Saturday, 29 May 2010
1.30pm - 3.30pm: Zapin Singing CompetitionEnjoy the melodious tunes of Zapin sung by local enthusiasts vying for the title of Best Zapin Singer in Zapin D'Muara. The competition is open to all singing enthusiasts. Jointly organised by PERKAMUS, Association of Malay Singers, Composers and Professional Musicians.
3.30pm - 6pm: Seminar - Development and Growth of Zapin in Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia.Professor Dr Anis from University Malaya, Dr Syed Farid Al-Attas from National University of Singapore and Mr Tom Ibnur from Institut Kesenian Jakartawill share their research and thoughts about the development of Zapin in their respective countries.
8.30pm to 10pm: CentrestageBe mesmerised by the myriad styles of the Zapin Dance Showcase
10pm - 11.30pm: Movie Under The Stars - Semerah Padi (1956)Directed by P.Ramlee with Nordin Ahmad, Daeng Idris, Salleh Kamil
Sunday, 30 May 2010
*Sunday Special Join more than 200 dancers from schools, clubs and association in a Mass Zapin Asyik dance, followed by individual performances. Wrapped in the excitement of Zapin moves and grooves gearing for the grand finale - the 90 minutes production of Zapin D'Muara.
3.30pm - 5pm: Mass Participation
5pm - 7pm: Variety of Zapin Performances
8.30pm to 10pm: CentrestageImmersed in the unique collaboration of Zapin's best in Zapin D'Muara
