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2007
Mar 15

Mozart's spellbinding flute
AS a tribute to legendary classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPac) presents Mozart's The Magic Flute, from March 22 to 25. New Straits Times
   
2005
July 8
The people behind the faces By Karina Foo
The second group of eight Malaysian Idol contestants share their experiences and aspirations with KARINA FOO. YOU'VE seen them sing with heart and soul during the auditions but tonight, a group of eight Malaysian Idol contestants will perform in Workshop 2. Only three will reach the final round, which will see 10 finalists battling it out to be the second Malaysian Idol. New Straits Times
   
  Ashvin NairMalaysianIdol.com.my
How long have you been singing for?
For a long time but only took it singing up seriously when I joined the Operafest choir when I was 12
   
2004 Janet Lee
Janet Lee learned that she has great love for singing before she learned how to read. She joined the Operafest Children Choir in 1997 as one of the oldest 'kids' and gained confidence with these all-important toddler steps in singing and performing. Janet's two-year stint with the lively group included being part of the musical ensemble for Oliver!; and as Madam Fong in Flower Drum Song. Kakiseni.com
   
Aug 19 Wooing the widow By S. Indra Sathiabalan
LAST year, Lyric Opera Malaysia successfully staged Puccini's Tosca. Because of the excellent response to the opera, Lyric Opera Malaysia is now staging Franz Lehar's The Merry Widow. The Sun
   
2003
Oct 5
An artiste for all seasons
LIKE an artiste waiting in the wings, Peter Ong's enthusiasm overwhelms his aspirations. He's an all-round performer - opera singer, dancer, actor - still hoping for the chance to take centrestage as the leading man. Ong knew very early that he loved music and dance, and stopped at nothing to make his dreams come true. He had been singing for a few years by the time he was in his late 20s. Despite an impressive resume - he has performed in Puccini's Tosca, Die Zauberflote's Tamino, and Aux Enfers' Orpheus - fame continues to elude him. New Sunday Times
   
2002
Nov 8
Exploring musical theatre
ALWAYS fascinated by musical theatre? The songs, the drama and the magic? Well, The Actors Studio Academy is proud to offer you an interactive way to discover the different styles of music and an opportunity to unleash your own talents in musical theatre. The Malay Mail
   
  Jasmine N Johnson
Jasmin Johnson sang with the Operafest Children's Choir from 1992 to 1998. She is now currently in the USA. Music and performing arts experience include
* Soprano - Voice Student with Music Department, Middlebury College
* Angklung Orchestra (Singapore) 1999 - 2000
* Soprano with Operafest Choir (Malaysia) 1992 - 1998
* Musical Theatre - West Side Story, Oliver, The Merry Widow, The Land of Smiles (Malaysia, tour of New York, Singapore)