New exhibitions at Soundmaker Studio, the G Hotel and Viva Victoria, live Italian arias and Irish pub songs, guided tours, markets, films, horse racing and more happening in Penang. Plus plenty of new online theatre plays and talks.
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Starring Juliette Binoche, a 50-year-old divorced teacher, creates a fake Facebook profile of a 24-year-old woman. She finds a photo of a pretty young blonde and uses it. She has created an entirely fictional character, but why?French with English subtitles.
Screening and refreshments: RM15. Register by email.
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Learn to make handmade soap using natural ingredients and essential oils. RM80 per person, maximum 4 participants per session. Register by email or whatsapp 016 850 2780.
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A meet-up event to understand going to a zero-waste lifestyle. There will be some green vendors selling a range of products such as personal care, pastries, vegetarian curry puff, homemade soap & shampoo, organic vegetables, biodegradable plastics, penan bags, and a recycling campaign. More information here.
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Two special film screenings and a buffet dinner in the company of Penang’s renowned dancer-choreographer, Aida Redza, to celebrate International Dance Day.
6.00 pm - Pina German Director Wim Wenders offers a very personal tribute to the legendary dancer and choreographer Pina Bausch, who transformed the language of dance with her revolutionary body of work.Winner, Best Documentary, European Film Awards Winner, Audience Award, Philadelphia Film 7.45 pm - Buffet dinner 8.30 pm - Yuli: The Carlos Acosta Story The life-affirming story of the great Cuban dancer Carlos Acosta – from the tearaway child on the streets of Havana to the first Black dancer to perform some of the most famous ballet roles. Winner, Best Film, Nantes Spanish Film Festival Nominated, Best Screenplay, Goya Awards
Screenings and buffet dinner | RM50 Advanced booking is essential (there is a limit of 20 places, following SOPs). Register by email.
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A 1990 Hong Kong drama film directed by Wong Kar-wai. The film stars some of the best-known actors and actresses in Hong Kong, including Leslie Cheung, Andy Lau, Maggie Cheung, Carina Lau, Jacky Cheung and Tony Leung Chiu-wai. The movie forms the first part of an informal trilogy, together with In the Mood for Love (released in 2000) and 2046 (released in 2004)
Free of charge, to book, join the private Facebook group here.
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Give blood to give back to the community. More details on Facebook.
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Food, drinks and handicrafts for sale. For more details check Facebook.
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Ever wondered why the rainforest is so noisy at night…. because that’s when all the insects, animals, frogs and friends come out to play! Depart from the Botanic Garden and take the Jeeps to The Habitat where guides will point out the animals and birds who settle down as dusk falls. After dinner at David Brown’s Restaurant return to Curtis Crest to enjoy the sunset (weather permitting). As the night deepens we will meet the frogs, reptiles and other creatures that come out in the dark! And finally, we will take the Jeeps back down the Hill. RM200 per adult. RM125 child 9 & below. RM150 child 10 & above. Email or WhatsApp +60164570221 to book.
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2004 American comedy-drama road film following two men in their forties, Miles Raymond (Paul Giamatti), a depressed teacher and unsuccessful writer, and Jack Cole (Thomas Haden Church), a past-his-prime actor, who take a week-long road trip to Santa Barbara County wine country to celebrate Jack's upcoming wedding. Sideways received widespread acclaim from critics and won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, and was nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Supporting Actor (Haden Church) and Best Supporting Actress (Madsen).
Free of charge, to book, join the private Facebook group here.
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Learn more about the Dusky Langurs, an endangered species, how to protect them from extinction, and how to help them. Register for the free of charge zoom talk here.
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What is musical heritage? Is it a mythical thing? Is it related to our folk roots, culture or history? Do we have a shared musical heritage?Join the PPO virtual academy for this talk about Getting to Know Our Musical Heritage with esteemed music and choral educator, Ms Susanna Saw. Sign up here. PPO members free of charge. Non-members RM 10.
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Sample 6 different French cheeses accompanied by salad, bread and dessert. RM150 per person includes a glass of your choice of red or white wine. Limited to 16 people per evening. Email or WhatsApp +60164570221 to book.
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Support the trishaw riders and enjoy a night-time trishaw ride around the mansions of George Town and end with a delicious dinner in a mystery mansion. Includes bonus special guest who will give you a potted history of the Esplanade and surrounding areas. RM170 per person to include trishaw ride (one trishaw per person) and dinner. Numbers limited. Vegetarian & other dietary options available. Email or WhatsApp +60164570221 to book.
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Penang’s stand-up comedians try out their new material. Drinks available for purchase. Doors open at 7.30pm. For more information check Facebook.
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Chef Rohana demonstrates her special lamb curry and stir-fried water convolvulus. The recipe can be sent in advance so you can prepare to cook along if desired.
RM 25 (Free for Spice Family members). To register click here and scroll down the page.
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A 2016 movie set in a housing estate in a Paris "banlieue": It is the story of a friendship, of the struggles and rebellion of adolescent girls and their refusal to accept their fate as victims of their "milieu". A film that bristles with energy and verve, moving and exhilarating, and beautifully painting the complexities and conflicts of young women who have been failed by society. English subtitles. Free of charge but seats limited so booking by email essential. Members of Alliance Française will be given priority. Call 04-227 60 08 or email to find out how to join.
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THEATRE - TALES FROM THE SCARS, Online, Until May 7th
Ten monologues, ten lives and ten itching scars waiting to be scratched. ‘Tales from the Scars’ is a collection of ten intimate stories based on real life episodes, often buried within layers of complexities. It is a raw, forthright, funny and dead-serious addition to the well-known ‘Tales Series’ by writer/director Fa Abdul. Contact Desmond (+6016-4112459), or Jeevan (+6016-4718072) by May 7th to get the YouTube link. By donation of RM15 minimum.
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THEATRE - TALES FROM AMMA’S KITCHEN, Online, Until May 7th
Fa Abdul presents Tales From Amma’s Kitchen, a collection of humorous and heart-warming tales featuring a loveable Indian mother, her not so Indian children, a Chinese daughter-in-law-wannabe and an Indonesian maid next door who is more Malaysian than most Malaysians. Contact Desmond (+6016-4112459), or Jeevan (+6016-4718072) by May 7th to get the YouTube link. By donation of RM15 minimum.
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Learn therapeutic breathing and movement techniques, and practice mindful walking for stress-free living. RM 25 (Free for Spice Family members). To register click here and scroll down the page.
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Enjoy the racing in person in the air-conditioned viewing terrace of the grandstand. Dress code smart-casual. Betting optional! More details on the turf club’s website here. RM 26 per person.
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An epic conversation with the artistic team behind the powerful TIME’s ‘Climate is Everything’ Cover. The panel will explore the story behind the magazine cover, the initial point of the conversations with TIME, thought process with the team, making of the work, coordinating and implementing the performance art. The session will conclude with a Q&A session from the audience. Register for the free of charge zoom session here.
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Nyonya specialities nasi kerabu and sago gula melaka will be demonstrated by Chef Jess during this hands-on, in person cooking class. RM 170 (RM 136 for Spice Family members). To register click here and scroll down the page.
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The first live gig by Penang’s Irish band since the St Patrick’s Day celebrations in early March 2020. Free of charge, table reservation essential due to limited seating. Call 04 890 3477
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“An Afternoon of Songs in (Brazilian) Portuguese and Bahasa Melayu" features hits from favourite artists such as Siti Nurhaliza, Sheila Majid, Saloma, Dayang Nurfaizah, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Nara Leão, Luis Bonfa and more. RM 60 tickets available for purchase here.
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Charity dinner and dance with a James Bond theme to raise funds for The Batu Grace Children’s Home. RM250 per person includes western buffet, free flow wine, beer & soft drinks, and dancing to DJ JuaKali. Plus raffles, auctions, and prizes.Tickets can be purchased via WhatsApp from Tiina 0176752645 or Gordon 01140736744. More details on Facebook.
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Learn traditional Chinese brush painting. PHT members RM 150, non-members RM 180. Limited to 10 participants. Book by email or phone 04 264 2631.
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In picaresque Nara, Japan, summer awakens different emotions for teenagers Yu (Yuka Hyyoudo) and Shun (Kohei Fukungaga), though neither of them is happy. For the former, the season fails to bring about the excitement and anticipation of pending adulthood, thanks to the revelation that the woman who raised her is not her mother, but her aunt. While Yu is overwhelmed by the feeling she has been living a lie, Shun is reminded that his twin brother disappeared during a festival five summers ago. English subtitles.
Free of charge, booking essential by email. Members of Alliance Française will be given priority. Call 04-227 60 08 or email to find out how to join.
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THEATRE - MANUSIA RAJA: AMUK, Online, Until May 21st
A monodrama written by Yusof Bakar and performed by Wazir Bakri. The case of a rioter who was shot by police as seen through the eyes of different individuals. In Malay with English surtitles. Contact Desmond (+6016-4112459), or Jeevan (+6016-4718072) by May 21st to get the YouTube link. By donation of RM15 minimum.
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Organised by Penangnites for Penangnites to raise funds for the trishaw peddlers in Armenian Street, Prangin Mall and Penang Road. RM 50 for an hour's ride around the Heritage trial in Georgetown. The trishaw peddlers are among the worst hit and least supported during the pandemic. Ride of Hope plans to get them at least RM00 per month from May to Aug 2021. Whatapps for tickets and info 0164426456
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An intimate afternoon of Italian arias, performed by local professional singers, in a traditional Italian restaurant. RM 95 including a drink and Italian snacks. Table booking (minimum for 2-4 people) essential by email or whatsapp 011 6399 7580.
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Group indie exhibition featuring Sliz, Kangblabla, Bibichun and others. Free of Charge. For more information checkFacebook.
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Internationally-recognised Penang-based artist Madeleine Ekeblad exhibits new works in enamel and pen and ink in her “I Paint Music” series, as well as her signature painted “lady in red” pieces. Free of Charge.
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A solo exhibition of Love Lee Lily’s dot mandala artwork. Free of Charge.
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BLACK, WHITE & SHADES OF GREY, ChinaHouse Upstairs, Ongoing, 12pm-10pm Daily
The Gilded Lion Antiques & Art Gallery‘s exhibitions of black and white and monochrome artwork. Check out the engravings, lithographs, aquatints, etchings, and other fine art formats dating all the way back to the 17th century on display. Free of Charge.
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FINE PRINTS BY GILDED LION, E&O Hotel Art Gallery, Heritage Wing, Ongoing, 24 hours
The Gilded Lion Antiques & Art Gallery‘s exhibitions of carefully selected and curated fine prints. Check out the engravings, lithographs, aquatints, etchings, and other fine art formats dating all the way back to the 17th century on display. Free of Charge.
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A group exhibition featuring 10 artists at Hin Bus Depot: Bibichun | Esther Geh | Fahmi Mustaffa | Forrest Wong | Ho Su San | Ivan Gabriel | Kangblabla | Teh Yew Keong | Teoh Kooi Pei | Yap Ley Min
For more information, click here.
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An online exhibition venue For the paintings of the members of the Penang Water Colour Society. All are welcome to join the Facebook group here to view and purchase artworks, and participate in the twice monthly online auction.
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Daily free Guided Walks to Penang Hill Visitors. For booking please call 016-4201189. More information on Facebook here.
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The Habitat rainforest discovery park on Penang Hill is open again. If you are interested in starlight camping, sunset walks, private events and tours of the park during this time, contact by email or at 019 645 7741. Park entrance fee RM 55 (RM 35 concessions).
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The Tropical Spice Garden has also re-opened after MCO. Enjoy 6 landscaped acres of a treasure trove of more than 500 living specimens of lush and exotic flora from around the world. Tickets cost RM20 adults (RM15 concessions) with a self guided audio tour available for RM 10. Guided tours available on request. For more information go to the website.
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Experience an important part of Penang’s colourful history and one of its most iconic pieces of architecture on an insightful tour of its architecture and history.
RM 25 (RM 12.50 for children). Book tickets online here.
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Buddha Beat Yoga sessions are back! Try their unique solution to staying fit: Yoga + Live Music. We promise you an experience you won't forget. RM25 per session. RM80 for four sessions. Contact 012 423 2105 to register. Limited to 10 people per session. First session free of charge. More details on Facebook here.
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Budding singers, musicians, and indie artists take to the stage and jam. More details on Facebook.
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Educational series of talks covering the latest information concerning prevention and treatment. Email to register a place. IWA members RM5, non-members RM 10.
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Traditional pub quiz, 4 per team, 4 per table, RM 5 per person to enter. More details here.
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Nyonya Dance Classes for beginners and more experienced dancers. RM 40 per month. Please phone for details 016 850 2780 or email .
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Learn the 8 qigong movement exercises of the '8 Pieces of Brocade', plus some excellent stretch exercises. RM5 for IWA Members, RM10 for Non Members. Please phone for details 016 850 2780 or email .
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The popular Hin Market is a weekly platform for entrepreneurs, small business owners, craftsmen, artisans, musicians, performers, and makers of all kinds to showcase their products, crafts, and talents.
Now open both Saturday and Sunday. More details on Facebook.
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A new weekly seafront market for art, fashion and snacks from local vendors. For more details check Facebook.
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DJ Carl Hinds invites you every Sunday for a late afternoon dose of two hours of chilled soul music. The stream starts at 5pm through mixcloud here.
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MEDITATION CLASSES, Online, By appointment
Learn to meditate for peace, calm and inner strength. Classes via zoom, at no cost. For more details and to sign up WhatsApp Helen 013 430 1229.
A community service of Brahma Kumaris Penang.
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COMMUNITY Ongoing
Due to Covid-19 the meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are temporarily suspended. Instead, the Penang AA Group have scheduled several online meetings accessible via Zoom. If you would like more information about the AA Penang online meetings, please call 011 512 31396.
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