KUALA LUMPUR: A new play from Theatresauce will enable audiences to collectively decide on the actions of the Protagonist as they encounter Death.
The immersive and participative theatrical event, titled So Happy I Could Die, will be staged at KLPAC here from Aug 9 to 13.
Directed by Low Yee Choy and featuring performances from Dinesh Kumar Maganathan and Mia Sara Shauki, the project came about from the production team's introspections on the moments of intense happiness from their lives.
They wonder if the euphoria they've experienced in these fleeting moments is the pinnacle of their existence — would they have had any regrets if their journey on Earth ended right then and there?
Outside performance hours, the set, designed by Jun Ong and Wee Jia Foong, will transform into an exhibition where audiences get a closer and more intimate look at the project's world and themes.
Audiences are invited to engage, interact, and immerse themselves with the design beyond the parameters of performance. Entrance to this exhibition is free.
Tickets to the production at KLPAC's Indicine are priced at RM55 (Regular), RM45 (Bulk Purchase of 4 tickets), and RM35 (Bulk purchase of 10 or more tickets for university/college students only. Email chloe@theatresauce.com for details.)
So Happy I Could Die explores themes of death, violence, and sexuality.
The show contains depiction of physical violence and suicide. Loud sounds, bright light, strobe light, darkness, and fog are used. Viewer discretion is advised. For mature audiences.
For more details, visit www.klpac.org or www.theatresauce.com.