Arts centre project to begin on May 2
KUCHING: The historic Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) building will undergo a transformation into the Sarawak Arts Centre, with the renovation project officially commencing on May 2. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts (MTCP) Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said that the project is expected for completion within two and a half years. […]
Sarawak Arts Council urged to explore broader spectrum of arts and culture
KUCHING: The Sarawak Arts Council (MSS) has been urged to explore a broader spectrum of arts and culture beyond its current focus on entertainment, such as dances and songs.Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah stressed that arts and culture encompass more than traditional dances and performances.“Apart from […]
Bumper turnout for National Day concert do
BETONG: Over 3,000 residents here attended the ‘Ambang Hari Kebangsaan Peringkat Sarawak 2022’ concert held at Dewan Sukan Tan Sri Datuk Amar Stephen Kalong Ningkan last night. The concert organised by Majlis Seni Sarawak (MSS) commenced at 8pm featuring eight local artists namely Karen Libau, Max Kueh, Eyqa Saiful, Ricky El, Adens Kundang, Dayangku, Band […]
14 contingents battle for MSS athletics honours
MUKAH: “Do your best. Make Sarawak proud. Believe in yourself. Where there is effort, there is success.” That was part of the opening speech from Mukah MP Hanifah Hajar Taib at the opening of the 49th Sarawak Schools Sports Council athletics meet at Stadium Mukah here. The competition runs until Aug 12. The four-day tournament […]
Premier, wife grace musical performance in Limbang
LIMBANG: Sarawak State Symphony Orchestra (SONS) performed its first Muzikal Sarawak Harmoni Pemimpin Berjiwa Rakyat ‘Di Sini Lahirnya’ here last night. The special performance held at Dewan Suarah Limbang was in conjunction with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s 72nd birthday and the launching of Limbang Museum today. The programme was attended […]
Platform to help youths venture into creative field
KUCHING: The Sarawak ICT & Multimedia Apprentice Raising Talent (SMART) incubator programme is a platform that helps youths venture into the field of multimedia entrepreneurship and creative industries. Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) deputy director-general for entrepreneurship Datuk Zulfikri Osman said it was consistent with the provision of training and skills given to graduates of institutions […]
Orang Ulu sape musicians eligible for MSS grants
MIRI: The Sarawak Arts Council (MSS) is providing grants worth RM30 million allocated by the State government annually to musicians and other arts and crafts practitioners in the creative and arts industry in the state. “As such, the traditional Orang Ulu sape musical instrument musicians can also apply for the grants as the objective is […]
Sarawak Orchestra Symphony spreads wings
KUCHING: The Sarawak Orchestra Symphony (SONS) classic is actively spreading its wings to various locations. These include areas outside this city and done through additional open concerts. According to Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, this arrangement is to popularise the SONS and the Sarawak Arts Council (MSS) to the public. […]
Two musical events to be held
BY NOOR SYAHHIRA HADY KUCHING: The State Arts Council (MSS) and Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture will be hosting two events highlighting the Sarawak Symphony Orchestra (SONS). The first event, themed Sarawak Musical Harmony Performance “Sejambang Budi, Daripada Anak Seni”, will be held tomorrow at 8pm, and Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Abdul […]
Two organisations receive MRP grants
DALAT: Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah handed out minor rural project (MRP) grants to two organisations here on Friday. The recipients were the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) St Jude, Kampung Kekan, and Dalat District Education Office. Fatimah, who is also Dalat assemblywoman, said that […]
