The pandemic practically destroyed the 2020 calendar year for the arts and culture scene in Malaysia.
Despite countless festival cancellations, months of theatre closures and art event postponements, we can still look back at how a new, resilient and different creative world has emerged to give arts and culture practitioners a path forward.
KLPac, a beacon in the dark
The arts will find a way. Despite catastrophic financial losses, the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPac) still stands, thanks to well-wishers, donors, sponsors, the #SaveYourSeat initiative and KLPac’s staff who took several rounds of pay cuts, reveals a grateful Joe Hasham, its co-founder/ artistic director.
18 Malaysians who have received international recognition in 2020 Share
Despite the dark cloud cast by the pandemic, Malaysians shined brightly on the world stage this year. From innovative scientific breakthroughs to thought-provoking art and inspiring conservation efforts, it is time to take a closer look at the winners, inductees, and finalists that make the world a better place, and the nation proud.
Dr April Camilla Roslani (Photo: Twitter)
University of Malaya’s Professor Dr April Camilla Roslani is a colorectal surgeon and medical oncologist. She was the only female surgeon to be presented with an Honorary Fellowship from The American College of Surgeons (ACS) this year of the nine Fellowships awarded to prominent surgeons. Based entirely on merit, only existing Fellows may nominate peers for the prestigious award. Dr April was unaware she was under consideration, delighted and humbled by the recognition.