ADVISORY/National Dance Troupe of Malaysia to Present First-Ever United States Performance of Malaysia's Multicultural Flavor and Traditional Dance -- Free to the Public.Entertainment Editors ADVISORY...for Thursday Thursday: see week. (July July: see month. 5) --(ENTERTAINMENT WIRE)-- "Malaysia Malaysia (məlā`zhə), independent federation (2005 est. pop. 23,953,000), 128,430 sq mi (332,633 sq km), Southeast Asia. The official capital and by far the largest city is Kuala Lumpur; Putrajaya is the adminstrative capital. Truly Asia" A Representation of Malaysia's Multi-Ethnic Adj. 1. multi-ethnic - involving several ethnic groups multiethnic social - living together or enjoying life in communities or organized groups; "a human being is a social animal"; "mature social behavior" Culture Coexisting co·ex·ist intr.v. co·ex·ist·ed, co·ex·ist·ing, co·ex·ists 1. To exist together, at the same time, or in the same place. 2. and Growing Harmoniously har·mo·ni·ous adj. 1. Exhibiting accord in feeling or action. 2. Having component elements pleasingly or appropriately combined: a harmonious blend of architectural styles. 3. -- To Be Presented in Seattle July 5
WHAT: Promoting the meeting of cultures and their gradual evolution,
the Honorable Dato' Abdul Kadir bin Haji Sheikh Fadzir, the
Minister of Culture, Arts and Tourism, and the Kedah Cultural
Dance Troupe of Malaysia present "Malaysia Truly Asia."
The free performance will feature a 45-minute dance
presentation of 23 dancers and five musicians showcasing a
collection of dances that depict the harmony of Malaysia's
ethnic races. The dances feature elaborate costumes and
headdresses of Malaysia's traditions -- the "bunga manggar"
and the "sirih jun jung," symbols of welcome in Malaysia.
The cultural troupe's performances will be held in conjunction
with Malaysia's 2001 Trade Mission to the United States.
WHO: Free to the general public
WHEN: Thursday, July 5, 2001
7 p.m.
WHERE: Ballroom B & C
Sheraton Seattle
1400 Sixth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 621-9000
Free tickets available at door
VISUAL/PHOTO
OPPORTUNITY: Elaborately costumed, native peoples representing the
diversified cultures and traditions that make up the
melting pot of contemporary Malaysia.
Colorfully mesmerizing and intricate song and dance that
symbolize Malaysian tradition.
The visiting Malaysian dignitary, the Honorable Dato'
Abdul Kadir bin Haji Sheikh Fadzir, Malaysia's Minister
of Culture, Arts and Tourism.
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