If you ever wondered what it would feel like to pirouette among galaxies or hear science explained like slam poetry, Meniti Cakerawala 2.0 is your next discovery.
Part lecture, part spectacle, and fully cosmic in ambition, this Malaysian astrophysics art show stars astrophysicist Tan Sri Mazlan Othman as both narrator and celestial guide. Forget boring science class—this is astrophysics with soul, sequins, and seriously stunning choreography.
The Astro Queen Has Entered the Chat
Tan Sri Mazlan Othman, Malaysia’s space icon, brought real stars into the national spotlight with purpose and passion. Once UN space chief, now theatre’s cosmic force—she doesn’t explain astronomy, she embodies it. She guides us through time, space and cosmic origins with zero yawns and a voice full of poetry.
Mazlan, with her cool cosmic intellect and a voice that could calm a black hole, anchors the show with stories about quantum entanglement and star formation, while somehow making it feel like the universe is hugging you.
A Stage Production With Intergalactic Inspiration
Co-created with Datuk Ramli Ibrahim, the iconic artistic director of Sutra Foundation, Meniti Cakerawala 2.0 blends dance, music, theatre, poetry, and astrophysics into a show so mesmerising you’ll forget your phone exists. The Sutra dancers practically levitate across the stage, embodying galaxies, stardust, and the push-and-pull of cosmic energy. Think: Odissi meets opera with a side of Carl Sagan.
Accompanied by music composed by Dr. Valerie Ross—a goddess in her own right who mixes electroacoustic vibes with traditional instruments—the score gives the performance a surreal, outer-space elegance.
The Art of Interstellar Storytelling
And because this isn’t your average dance show, the visuals? Unbelievable. Artworks by Jalaini Abu Hassan, poetry by Muhammad Haji Salleh, and voiceovers by Tan Sri Johan Jaaffar and actors Mano Maniam and Chacko Vadaketh all conspire to create a multi-sensory odyssey. You’re not just watching—you’re orbiting.
This isn’t about just science or art—it’s about how they dance together. Tan Sri Mazlan has long advocated for the idea that art and science are not two separate galaxies. Here, she proves they’re made of the same stardust.
Tour Dates You Shouldn’t Miss
- 18 July – Melaka
- 19 July – Seremban
- 25–27 July – Kuala Lumpur
- 2 August – Johor Bahru
- 9 August – Klang
- 15 August – Penang
- 17 August – Kuching
- 7 September – Kota Kinabalu
Each city’s performance promises a uniquely local energy, but the same cosmic heart. This tour isn’t just a performance; it’s a movement—a cultural ripple meant to inspire young Malaysians to look up, dream bigger, and remember that yes, we are literally made of star stuff.
Why You Need to Go
This is not just a show. It’s a reminder that science isn’t some cold lab—it’s alive, emotional, and utterly poetic. You’ll walk away with goosebumps and a renewed sense of awe.
If you’ve ever stared up at the night sky and asked, “Why are we here?”—well, Mazlan and Ramli might not give you the final answer, but they’ll make the question feel like art.
Tickets? Selling fast. Snag yours at sutrafoundation.org.my or follow @sutra.foundation on Instagram for more info.
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