KUCHING: Conveying a positive message through a song is a fantastic way to educate the masses while ensuring that they are well-entertained.
A musical theatre performance entitled “Semarak Pertiwiku” is being held for three nights starting from July 12, and tonight will be its final performance.
The musical is organised collaboratively by the State Ombudsman and Integrity Unit (Union) of the Chief Minister’s Department, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Sarawak, and Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas).
Its opening night was held on July 12 at the Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce Auditorium at the Teachers Training Institute (IPG) Batu Lintang Campus here.
The key objectives of “Semarak Pertiwiku” are to bring awareness to the public regarding issues of integrity and corruption, and to encourage values of integrity and patriotism within the community. These are in line with the government’s efforts to eradicate corruption.
One of the messages of the musical theatre performance is that corruption can arise in various forms. In addition, one’s identity and integrity have to be reinforced to prevent from falling prey to corruption.
Members of the public can be mesmerised by the catchy tunes and spirited choreography while simultaneously being inspired by the morals expressed by the performance.
The lively performance, which was directed by Azri Ali, was delivered by 78 production members including 24 actors consisting of students from the Faculty of Applied & Creative Arts of Unimas and trainers from National Dual Training System.
The musical also showcased the talents of seven Malaysian celebrities, namely Azhan Rani, Sherie Merlis, Anding Indrawani, Taufiq Hanafi, Elya, Chopie Cakap and Shah Kimin.
Attending the debut performance on July 12 were guests of honour Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg, MACC chief commissioner Latheefa Koya, and MACC Sarawak director Razim Mohd Noor.
Abang Johari’s attendance at the event signifies the commitment of the state government to handle corruption issues while striving to make Sarawak a state with integrity by 2030.
