KUALA LUMPUR: Come September, theatre fans will be transported back into the 1960s with Hairspray The Musical’s premiere in Malaysia.
Presented by Yvents! with The Star as media partner, Hairspray follows the trials and tribulations of teenager Tracy Turnblad as she navigates a world that frowns upon people who dare to be different.
Despite her perceived shortcomings – she has been accused of being too short, too large, with too tall hair – Tracy dreams of being on The Corny Collins Show, a local television dance programme.
When she finally lands a spot on the show, she uses her newfound fame to fight against racial discrimination.
Hairspray The Musical is also lending its support to a cause that is close to many people’s hearts – promoting awareness of breast cancer.
“Yvents! has been bringing shows in to Malaysia for the past 12 years. We have a responsibility not just to entertain but also to ensure that the production has a strong, meaningful platform,” said Yvents! managing director Yvette Kang during a chat at the Estée Lauder Malaysia office in Kuala Lumpur.
Proceeds from the Estée Lauder Malaysia Hairspray The Musical Pink Charity Night, to be held on Sept 22, will be channelled into the Estée Lauder Malaysia Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign.
Estée Lauder brand general manager Katrina Liew said: “The funds raised will support non-governmental organisations that we have been working together with for many years.”
The campaign celebrates its 17th year in Malaysia this year.
Hairspray The Musical will be staged at Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from Sept 17-22.
HSBC Cards is the official credit card. HSBC credit card holders will enjoy exclusive discounts on tickets.
Tickets, priced at RM190, RM290, RM390, RM490 and RM590 (excluding RM3 ticketing fee), are available from TicketsPeople. Call 03-2287 2727 or log on to www.ticketspeople.com for more information.
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