Features : School Assignment Sparks Young Wayang Kulit Prodigy's Passion
W ayang kulit is among Malaysia’s traditional art forms that are gradually fading, and it is not inconceivable that one day this shadow theatre, once immensely popular across the east coast and northern and southern regions of the country, could become little more than a footnote in the nation’s historical records. In the third installment of this special report, Bernama shares the story of a…
Wayang kulit, a traditional Malaysian art form, is experiencing a decline in popularity, potentially becoming a footnote in the country's history. However, a young prodigy named Nik Imanuddin Hadeef Nik Izdiharuddin, aged 10, shows promise that the art form can endure for future generations. Unlike his peers who engage in video games during their free time, Nik Imanuddin is deeply immersed in the world of wayang kulit, honing his skills in handling puppets and mastering various voices for each character.
His dedication extends beyond traditional roles, as he also excels in drawing and carving the puppets, and has learned to play the accompanying musical instruments.
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