TONDAK◉GUNDIK (3~6 September 2026)

Sebuah pertunjukan/Presented by PENTAS PROJECT THEATRE PRODUCTION

TODAK◉GUNDIK SWORDFISH◉CONCUBINE

“Raja apa engkau ni?”
Mitologi Melayu Bertemu Keanggunan Teater
Dipersembahkan dalam Bahasa Malaysia dengan sarikata Bahasa Inggeris dan Mandarin

3 ~ 6 SEPTEMBER 2026

The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, Pentas 2 (klpac)

Penulis/Written by : KEE THUAN CHYE

Penterjemah/Translated by : SYAHRUL MUSA
Penerbit/Produced by : LEYSHA AL-YAHYA, QAYLEEF JESMET
Pengarah/Directed by : LOH KOK MAN

Pelakon/Casts: Danny Emirul, Ewan Fauzi, Haiccal Hazzim, Leaism, Lim Sheng Hui, Mia Sabrina Mahadir, Muhammad Ibrahim

Live Music : Orang Orang Drum Theatre
Animation : Fairuz Sulaiman
Costume : Michell Yong Soo Fon
Light & Set : Loh Kok Man
Choreography: Kathyn Tan Chai Chen

Sound Engineer: JJ Tan
Graphic Design: Tsuji Lam

Stage Manager: Armanzaki Amirolzakri

Show Dates & Times :
3 September, 8.30pm
4 September, 8.30pm
5 September, 3:00pm & 8.30pm
6 September, 3:00pm

Ticket :
Early Bird : RM50 (Ends 31 July 2026)
Normal Ticket : RM 70
Patron Of The Arts : RM 128
Concession Ticket : RM50
Bundle Ticket : RM 240 FOR 4

Email: sharifah.aleysha@gmail.com, pentasprojecttheatreproduction@gmail.com
Online Purchase: Cloudjoi

TODAK◉GUNDIK, merupakan sebuah karya teater kontemporari memukau yang diadaptasi daripada mitos legenda dalam Sejarah Melayu. Ia telah diolah semula oleh Kee Chuan Chye. Dengan menggabungkan unsur sejarah dan mitos—termasuk legenda serangan ikan todak, kecemburuan, obsesi dan peperangan—pementasan ini mengangkat sebuah kisah epik tentang kuasa, keinginan dan takdir.

Produksi ini menampilkan jenis-jenis teater yang kaya dengan gabungan seni boneka, topeng, animasi, live muzik dan mengambil inspirasi daripada pelbagai elemen budaya tradisional Asia, termasuk lagu rakyat ikonik Ulek Mayang. Kesemua elemen ini bergabung untuk mencipta pengalaman teater yang imaginatif, memukau dari segi visual dan menyentuh emosi, sekali gus menghidupkan semula legenda abadi ini untuk penonton masa kini.
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“What kind of King are you?”
Malay Mythology Meets The Spectacle of Theater
Performed in Malay with English and Chinese surtitles

TODAK◉GUNDIK, adapted from the legendary myths of the Malay Annals (Sejarah Melayu), is reimagined by Kee Chuan Chye into a compelling contemporary theatrical work. Blending historical and mythical elements—including the legendary swordfish attack, jealousy, obsession, and war—the play unfolds as an epic tale of power, desire, and destiny.

The production employs a rich theatrical vocabulary, combining puppetry, masks, animation, and live music, while drawing inspiration from diverse Asian traditional cultural elements, including the iconic folk song Ulek Mayang. Together, these elements create an imaginative, visually striking, and emotionally powerful theatrical experience that brings this timeless legend vividly to life for contemporary audiences.

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「你，究竟是怎樣的一位君王？」

馬來神話 × 劇場史詩鉅獻
馬來語演出，附英文及中文字幕。

《TODAK◉GUNDIK》 改編自《馬來紀年》（Sejarah Melayu）中的傳奇神話，由 Kee Chuan Chye 重新詮釋為一部引人入勝的當代劇場作品。作品融合歷史與神話元素，包括著名的「劍魚襲擊新加坡」的傳說、嫉妒、痴戀與戰爭，鋪陳出一段關於權力、慾望與命運的史詩故事。

本劇運用了豐富多元的劇場語彙，結合偶、面具、動畫與現場配樂等元素，並汲取亞洲多種傳統文化元素為靈感，其中包括採用了馬來經典民謠〈Ulek Mayang〉。這些元素共同營造出充滿想像力、視覺震撼且情感深刻的劇場體驗，讓這則跨越時代的傳奇在當代觀眾面前鮮活重現。

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Danny Emirrul is a theater graduate who's still actively involved in acting, music and sports. In the past, he has made a few acting appearances in Malaysia's phenomenal theatre called 'Ola Bola The Musical' along with multiple short films and travelogues, and most proudly, he was cast in Malaysia's first Apple ad. Danny has always loved acting because it allows him to express himself better and him to explore new versions of himself with every chapter he embark on.

Ewan Fauzi is a Malaysian stage and television actor and professional host whose performing arts journey began in childhood. A 2019 Degree Theatre graduate of ASWARA he has developed a strong foundation in discipline, creativity, and stagecraft. His career includes performances in Sri Lanka and Indonesia, as well as major stage roles at Istana Budaya, Kl Pac , DBP. In 2019, he was crowned Champion of the Kuala Lumpur Theatre Festival as a director. Today, Ewan continues to grow as a screen actor and TV host.

Haiccal Hazim is a Malaysian actor, model, and content creator with experience in commercials, short films, digital campaigns, and livestream hosting. Known for his natural screen presence, adaptability, and professionalism, he enjoys bringing authentic characters to life while continuously honing his craft. Passionate about storytelling and creative collaboration, Haiccal is committed to delivering engaging performances and creating meaningful connections with audiences through every project.

LEAISM is a Malaysian multidisciplinary performer working across theatre, music, and live performance. Passionate about stories that explore the complexities of the human experience, she brings empathy, nuance, and a strong sense of presence to every role. Her multidisciplinary practice continues to shape her approach to performance, where music, movement, and storytelling naturally intersect. Since becoming involved in theatre in 2018, LEAISM has performed in productions including Dato' Seri: The Musical, Wilayahku, Saturn Return, and Kamariah Joned. She has also directed selected theatre works, including Nadirah and Beromen. Drawn to stories that challenge perspectives, evoke emotion, and spark meaningful conversations, she continues to seek out projects that celebrate the transformative power of live performance.

Lim Sheng Hui is a theatre actor, director, and writer. She likes to explore the question of what it means to be human, especially adjacent to her animal and tree friends. Whether acting, directing, or writing, Sheng brings a poetic sensibility to her works. In 2024, she founded the Terrafunk Theatre Collective, which produced an original physical theatre performance, Into the Symbiocene, for the Stockholm Fringe Festival. This year, she hopes to transform into a tree through a site-specific exploration in the jungle. Sheng was last seen playing Beatrice for KL Shakespeare Player’s staging of Much Ado About Nothing. A drama graduate of Vassar College in New York, Sheng teaches Speech & Drama to teens during the weekends at Tas Academy in KLPAC.

Mia Sabrina Mahadir is a multidisciplinary artist. She acts, directs, writes, teaches, makes resin ashtrays and soy candles, reads Tarot and rescues cats. Having started her theatre career from Short+Sweet Malaysia 2012, her notable works include “Madu Dua” (2016), “Doa Untuk Mak” (wins Best Supporting Actress 2018), “Wayang” (wins Festival Director Award 2019), and Mixtape for Maz (2023). Mia graduated from Theatresauce's Emerging Directors Lab 2021/2022 and has since directed Saturn Return (Theatresauce 2023) and Beware: Si Oompa Loompa (Asian Youth Theatre Festival 2024). Todak@Gundik will be her theatre comeback after a 2-year hiatus.

Muhammad Ibrahim kickstarted his passion for theatre in 2004 by involving in Persatuan Bingkas Kebayan, an organization which focuses on theatre for kids. With ample experience in theatre as well as creative ideas inspired from fine arts, Muhammad Ibrahim has took up various roles in plays such as Mat Solo in 'The Amok Of Mat Solo', Suresh in 'AYA: Anjalai Yen Amachi', and Luqman/Temenggung in 'Mati-mati (J'aime Ma Mere)'. Yet, despite having spent a lifetime on stage, he approaches every new role with curiosity, always seeking fresh insights and master new techniques.