Sep 9, 2017 | Community, Theatre
The Mamak is something quintessentially Malaysian. Of Indian Muslim heritage, the Mamak stall usually serves murtabak, roti canai and nasi kandar, is usually open to the street, and is usually open late or all night. Affordable food, unpretentious atmosphere, and...
Aug 9, 2017 | Circus, Comedy, Community, Exhibitions, Festivals, Food and Beverage, Markets, Music, Workshops
The Butterworth Fringe Festival is an annual event that first occurred in 2015 during that year’s George Town festival. It is a public and free street event celebrating art, heritage and culture, aiming to promote the development of both local and international art...
Jul 28, 2017 | Community, Exhibitions, Festivals, Music, Theatre, World Music
In its first week, the George Town Festival starts with a bang. Part of the line-up includes Macam-Macam Asean, an arts and crafts market packed with entertainment. What better way to celebrate South-East Asia’s amalgam of culture and heritage than with a locally...
Jun 25, 2017 | Community, Exhibitions, Festivals, Heritage Walks, Theatre
Ever since George Town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 7th July 2008,George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI) has organised an annual celebration to commemorate this special date and draw attention to a particular aspect of George...
Jul 27, 2016 | Community, Dance, Heritage Walks, Music, Theatre
With the ever-increasing number and range of events on offer in Penang, our coverage of some of the regularly organised ones has suffered due to lack of space in the Free Sheet. This is a shame, not least because we have had to reduce our listing space for the...
