Saturday, June 14, 2008

Super GT in Sepang next Weekend


Inspired by the success of the recent Formula One Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix, Sepang International Circuit, is hoping that the Super GT International Series Malaysia, to be held at the circuit from June 20-22 will just be as great.

Advertisement efforts both on flyers and buntings, as well as TV ads have been taken profusely to draw fans to what is touted as "a showcase of motor racing actions at its best."

The organisers are targetting a modest attendance of 65,000 spectators.

The Super GT race features road cars, which can be owned and seen travelling along the normal roads, allowing fans to relate themselves better.

Apart from the main race, support races - Asian Touring Car Series, the Asian Formula Renault, Asian GT Challenge, Formula V6 Asia Series and the Aston Martin Cup - will be making heads turns literally.

Tickets from RM75 can be purchased by calling TICKET HOTLINE at 603-87782222 or via internet at www.malaysiangp.com.my.

Sunday, June 01, 2008

June Happenings in Kuala Lumpur

JUNE 1, SHIFTING BOUNDARIES
This is an annual charity art exhibition under the Art for Nature theme. It explores how the boundaries that we have extended for short-term gains are at the expense not just of other species, but of our own long term survival.
Venue : Rimbun Dahan Gallery, Kilometer 27, Jalan Kuang, Selangor
Time: Sat and Sun: 10am - 6pm (Weekdays: By appointment)
Admission: Free

TILL JUNE 2, LIVE ANIMALS INSIDE!
Exhibition by photographer Azril Ismail. Azril sees his photographs as being very much ‘alive’ as they are so much a part of his life that they ‘co-exist’ within his life, and thus have to be handled/treated with care and love.
Venue: Wei-ling Gallery 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri,12-7pm, Sat 10-5pm. Closed Sundays.
Details: 03-22601106/07, 012-3025302

JUNE 7-28, ESTON TAN, THOUGHTS OF LIFE II
The exhibition will showcase new works of oils and charcoal on canvas. Painting scenes close to his heart, such as fishing villages and idyllic landscapes, Tan conjures up dreamy and atmospheric impressions of places that have remained untouched over the years.
Venue: NN GALLERY, 53A - 56 Jalan Sulaiman 1, Taman Ampang Hilir,
Time: Mon-Sat (9am-6am); Sun & Public Holiday (Closed)
Details: Call 03-42706588



TILL JUNE 14, IDYLLE: NEW PAINTINGS BY CHONG SIEW YING
Features the work of one of the Southeast Asian region's most powerful portrayers of the human face and figure (above). Chong's work has been described as profoundly emotive, and she is able to capture the expressive qualities of the human form.
Venue: Valentine Willie Fine Art, 1st Floor, 17 Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru
Time: Monday to Friday (12 - 8pm) and Saturday (12 - 6 pm). Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays. Admission is free.
Details: Call 03-22842348

TILL JUNE 15, RAMLEE THE MUSICAL
A musical about the life of the late Tan Sri P. Ramlee, musician extraordinaire.
Time: 3 pm, 8:30pm
Venue: Panggung Sari, National Theatre
Details: Call 03-40265558

TILL JUNE 30, REFRESHING JOURNEY
This is a solo exhibition by artist Yeoh Eng Peng featuring the artist's debut into the art scene.
Venue: Dong Zen Gallery, FoGuang temple, Jenjarom, Selangor
Time: From 10am daily
Admission: Free

TILL JULY 4, WOMEN IN ISLAM
Muslim women have occupied positions of power for as long as Islam has existed. This ranges from the trading might of the Prophet Muhammad’s first wife, Khatija, to the more formal position of the 12th century Yemeni ruler, Malika Arwa. The Qur’an alludes to women of power from as long ago as the Queen of Sheba. In more recent times, the political leadership of Islamic states such as Pakistan and Bangladesh has drawn heavily on the female half of the population. The exhibition Faith & Power: Women in Islam explores a rich history that has often been overlooked. Examining the lives of these women, and attitudes to them, the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is also able to provide a physical dimension with artefacts from distant times and places. Jewellery, clothing and the accoutrements of power bring new vigour to the lives of forgotten queens, consorts and wielders of influence from behind the throne.
Venue: Islamic Arts Museum, Jalan Lembah Perdana (next to National Mosque)
Time: Mondays to Sundays and Public Holidays: 10am - 6pm
Entrance: By tickets, purchasable at the museum entrance/
Details: Call 03-22742020

JUNE 6–22, JACK TING - DRIFTED GLIMPSESThis is a solo exhibition of recent paintings by Sarawakian born artist Jack Ting, featuring 24 paintings of variable sizes done in oil.
Venue: The Gallery @ Star Hill, FF03, Muse Floor, Starhill Gallery
Admission: Free
Details: Call 03-2143 3323