Muslim newlyweds encounter chinese lions in wedding photoshoot
KUCHING: A Sarawakian Muslim newlywed couple had an unexpected and unforgettable experience during their wedding photoshoot when they encountered a Lion Dance performance at Carpenter Street, one of the oldest streets in the city. The couple, 25-year-old Dayangku Nur Zahiriah Awang Suhaili and Mohammad Shahfeezul Hussein, found themselves amidst two Chinese lions – one red […]
Lion dance a testament to region’s rich tapestry of traditions
KUCHING: Excitement fills the air as eager crowds gather, eagerly anticipating a spectacle that transcends cultures and brings boundless joy to all who witness it. What draws them here is the enchanting lion dance – a tradition steeped in history and significance. Their eyes eagerly follow the graceful movements of majestic lions adorned in intricate […]
MBKS’ Chap Goh Mei Concert this evening
KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) will be organising a MBKS Chap Goh Mei Concert 2023 this evening. The concert will take place at MBKS Theatre, Jalan Padungan from 7:30pm until 10:30pm. There are eight guest artistes namely Angeline, Vic, Han, Xiiao Aii, Mingren, Faye, Rom, Drew2, Joseph N as well as MyFM DJs […]
Hakka Green Lions — The Kings from down South
Lion dancing is a Chinese cultural art form steeped in symbolism. In Chinese culture, this auspicious beast symbolises power, wisdom and superiority. It is meant to bring good luck to those celebrating Lunar New Year and is also traditionally performed at other special occasions such as weddings or the opening of a new business. Reviving […]
Thanks to ease, lions get to dance this CNY
KUCHING: The Chinese Martial Art Association (CMAA) lion dance team is all geared up to be resplendently decked in their vibrant costumes to add colour, sound, and festive cheer during the upcoming Chinese New Year (CNY). This is possible due to the latest decision by the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) to relax the earlier […]
Dr Sim explains why lion dances allowed
KUCHING: Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) allowed lion dance performances during the first four days of Chinese New Year (CNY) and on Chap Goh Mei (Feb 15) after taking into consideration the low number of COVID-19 and recommendations of health experts. Its advisor Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said Deputy Chief. Minister and SDMC […]
Lion dance groups express delight over SDMC’s decision
BY JACINTHA JOLENE KUCHING: Lion dances are finally allowed for the coming Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration after the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) decided to lift the ban on Monday. In the updated CNY standard operating procedures (SOPs), lion dances would be allowed for four days between 6am and 6pm from Feb 1 to […]
Lion dances can go ahead during CNY
KUCHING: Lion dance activities will be allowed throughout the upcoming Lunar New Year celebration, according to the latest revised standard operating procedure (SOP) issued by the State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC). The revision follows numerous appeals by various Chinese associations for SDMC to rethink the banning of lion dance performances during the annual cultural celebration. […]
Keeping fingers crossed; will lion dance be allowed this CNY?
KUCHING: More lion dance associations are keeping their fingers crossed that Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) will revise the standard operating procedures (SOPs) to allow the performances of lion dance this year. It has been two years of no show of lion dance and not only this important element of the Chinese New Year (CNY) […]
Keeping the lions roaring
Lion dance – a tradition to be preserved Although the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions have grounded lion dance performances during the Chinese New Year (CNY) festivities for two years now, the spirit of the tradition should be remembered, valued, and preserved. The iconic lion dance is a form of traditional dance in Chinese […]
