Moving on in May with selections of what's going on in Live Music, Theatre, Arts, Comedy across the Klang Valley this week ahead. Be Supportive. Be careful. Be Alert, Be Kind. Stay Safe and Enjoy.
BEE PUBLIKA KL
Elijah Woods Live @ Bee Publika 14 May 2024
See Elijah Woods announces first ever Asia tour with stop in KL
Malaysia's Longest Running Independent Music Venue has live music being featured regularly. Visit https://www.thebee.com.my or https://www.facebook.com/thebeemy or https://www.instagram.com/thebeemy/ for information.
The Bee, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL
KLPac
KLPac 19 Anniversary Celebrations this May 2024
see klPac to celebrate Anniversary with concerts, cutting-edge plays and traditional arts
Visit KLPac's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/theklpac and https://www.klpac.org for information about KLPac and more on what's coming up.
Buy Tickets. Online Purchase @ Cloudjoi: https://www.cloudjoi.com No phone sales and over the counter sales. E-tickets only.
KLPAC, Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan, KL
BOBO KL
Join them this 9 to 11 May 2024 for a few enchanting evenings with powerhouse performers Elvira Arul, Dasha Logan, Tria Aziz, Mila Mohsim and Mae Elliessa as they bring Disney classics and favourites to life, hosted by BoboKL Artistic Director Sean Ghazi.
Light Nights Tuesdays are also weekly features. 8pm. Next Tuesday 14 May 2024, Reening Lau, Sarawakian singer-songwriter, makes his debut on the Bobo stage. He’s an accomplished guitarist and vocalist, so get ready for a chillaxed night of blues, pop and just the right amount of funk. See you there!
Wednesday Night Live Comedy & Music weekly from 8pm are also usual weekly features.
Visit https://www.cloudjoi.com for tickets to shows available and https://www.facebook.com/BoboKualaLumpur / https://www.bobokl.com for details and SOPs. Reservations are to be WhatsApped to +6012-263 8603.
Bobo, 65-2, Jalan Bangkung, KL
FONO KL
Fono KL is a music curation and DIY multipurpose space. Only open during events. Please refer to their monthly flyer or “upcoming” highlights at https://www.facebook.com/fono.kl and their Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/fono.kl/ .
Live music doesn't stop as they host the one and only Saint Kylo this Friday. You may have caught him on big stages or proper live houses, but here is the rare chance to be in an intimate setting and get sweaty with the band.
Opening hours 9PM to 1AM. Cover charges apply. They recommend you make a reservation via Instagram DM to secure your spot for the night.
Fono KL, Zhong Shan, Jalan Kampung Attap, KL
Simply Jazz by Tin Box
In the mood to swing and sway to the rhythm of jazz? There's Simply Jazz by Tin Box. Expect great classics their musicians take the stage every Wednesday through Saturday. Sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in the intimate space and reserve your table today.
Get ready for a powerhouse performance only at Simply Jazz. Don’t miss this chance with Jo Lixian live on 8 & 9 May 2024. A true force in the Malaysian jazz scene, Jo Lixian has performed at prestigious festivals and universities alike and shared the stage with icons like Michael Veerapen, Janet Lee and Winnie Ho. Her powerful vocals and captivating stage presence will leave you breathless. With Michael Veerapen leading the band on the piano, YHFOO on bass, and Cliff Wong on drums.
The multi-talented Kai Chalmers is set to light up the stage again at Simply Jazz this 10 & 11 May 2024. A singer, actor and writer who infuses his performances with his love for jazz, films and geek culture, Kai has performed and captivated audiences in the UK and Malaysia, including Ola Bola the Musical. With Michael Veerapen (piano), Cliff Wong (drums) and YHFoo (bass).
Opening times: Tues - Thurs: 6:30pm – 12am / Fri & Sat: 6:30pm – 1am /Sun & Mon: Closed . Make your reservations: https://tinbox.my/ . More info: www.simplyjazz.tinbox.my
Simply Jazz, 28 & 29, Block C5, Level G3 Publika Shopping Center, No 1, Jln Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL
Merdekarya Live
The grassroots live music bar provides you with music and performances and highly original music from homegrown artistes. This Saturday goes the way of reggae with an evening of celebrating the music of Bob Marley with The Marley Show. Merdekarya is back with its annual celebration of Bob Marley's music. For their take on the legend's music, they'll have on stage: Gasmoney, Keith Kamalaraj & The Casualties, Khid Buck, Shalini, Mahighs, Marco George. Tickets at RM50 from https://themarleyshowmerdekarya.peatix.com or at the door.
For the weekend ahead, singer songwriters Ian Tai and Fabian Mark Peter feature this Thursday and Friday respectively.
Tips are expected. Check out their website at https://www.merdekarya.com for information, on ticketing/entry/reservation. Member reservations: +6018-661 4553.
More information https://www.facebook.com/Merdekarya-379447802136079. Opening times: Live Bar 8pm, Bar B and The Balcony Bar 7pm.
Merdekarya, 352 1st Flr, Jalan 5/57, Petaling Garden, PJ
Live at Jao Tim
Table Lamp Concert this evening (Wednesday) 8 May 2024 – Dasha Logan Take It All – A Night of Adele. With Sasa (vocals), Rohnie Tan (violin) and Dennis Law (piano). 8.30pm
Table Lamp Concert this Thursday 9 May 2024 – Izen Kong & Samantha de Lune with Dennis Law (piano) and Stephen Tseu (cello). 8.30pm
Live at Jao Tim presents the John Thomas Quartet this Friday 10 May 2024 for a night of contemporary jazz. With John Thomas (drums), John Dip Silas (piano), Fly Halizor (guitar) and Julian Chan (saxophone). 8.30pm
Live at Jao Tim presents East Meets Jazz (A Harmonius Fusion) this Saturday 11 May 2024 with Angel Ang & friends. 8.30pm
You can visit Jao Tim, purchase tickets and for more information on more performances across the week, their regular jam sessions, table lamp concerts, and dinner at https://www.jaotim.com or https://www.facebook.com/JaoTimKL or https://www.instagram.com/jaotimkl/
Jao Tim, 61 (First Flr), Jalan Sultan, KL
The Iron Fairies KL Live
Your weekly rendezvous with magic, music, and memories waiting to be made. Where melodies weave tales and rhythms cast spells. Ready to be swept away? Join them and let it all unfold, one note at a time.
Check out the live music this week: Wednesday: Astra Malaysia Live. Thursday: Ashira & Co Friday: Astra Malaysia Live. Saturday: Keisha & The Metaverse Players. Sunday: Nu-Noiz
The Iron Fairies KL opens daily 5 pm onwards. Call +6016-221 3612 or visit https://www.facebook.com/theironfairieskl for more information and reservations.
The Iron Fairies KL, H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL
Pisco KL
Thursday Latin Live this week with music from 8pm featuring Havana Jazz Tumbao. Founded by Marco Antonio Alonso a musician, guitarist & producer hailing from Cuba and has been calling Kuala Lumpur home for the past few years. He has toured extensively in the region, sharing his Latin jazz music with the locals. Havana Jazz Tumbao Project is a group that specializes in Cuban music and from Latin America, the main purpose of the band is to expose more of the Cuban culture and music in Asia and the world.
Visit Pisco KL on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/piscokl or https://www.instagram.com/pisco_kl/ for more information and dates and booking details.
Pisco KL, 29, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL
Live Fact KL
KL based independent venue, now located at its new premises in The Strand, Kota Damansara. Live Fact returns as an intimate space for band jams, gigs and many more. It’s self-sustaining – DIY isn’t dead. This Sunday 12 May 2024. Step into the realm of sonic exploration at their experimental electronic music gig, where pulsating beats, ethereal melodies, and avant-garde sounds collide to create an electrifying auditory journey like no other. LVFCT Presents Francoe, Cerikapak, Trifectarium and Analog K. Sunday 8pm. 8pm. Live Fact. RM40 [017-2218168 Charice]
Information +6012-377 8558. Tickets +6017-906 5064. Visit https://www.facebook.com/LVFCT / https://www.instagram.com/livefactkl/.
Live Fact KL, No 6-2 & M, Jalan PJU 5/21, The Strand Kota Damansara, PJ, Selangor
Junk Café, Chinatown KL
Same vibes, different town. Burgers & fries, Cocktails & bites at this recently opened off shoot of Junk Café Penang. Another month, another line up. Set your dates to catch all the amazing live acts in May. This Saturday there's also DJ Bernie in the house. Opens Tuesday to Sunday 12pm onwards.Visit https://linktr.ee/junkcafechinatownkl
Junk Café KL, 124, Jalan Petaling, Chinatown, KL
Mega Star Arena
William So Love Story Concert 11 May 2024. The King of Hong Kong Love Songs makes a a return to Malaysian shores for a concert. Tickets via http://my.bookmyshow.com
Mega Star Arena, 1F, Sungei Wang Plaza, 3, Jalan Bukit Bintang, KL
The Platform, Menara KEN, TTDI
The Platform is a fully-integrated performing arts centre comprising a 523-seat theatre and is suitable for large scale musicals and concerts. Visit https://www.facebook.com/theplatform.ttdi for information and more.
The Platform, Level G, Menara KEN TTDI, 37, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi, TTDI, KL
Simply Comedy by Tin Box Group & Harith Iskandar
Get ready for a night of laughter and incredible talent at their Open Mic Night at Simply Comedy every Tuesday and their weekend shows as well. Bring your friends, bring your sense of humour and get ready to LOL all night. Doors open 7pm. Free admission. Reservations: https://tinbox.my/ More info: https://simplycomedy.tinbox.my/
Simply Comedy by Tin Box & Harith Iskander, No 27, Block C5, Level G3 Publika Shopping Center, No 1, Jln Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL
KL Comedy Club
Welcome to KL Comedy Club! A community of comedy lovers dedicated to bringing laughter and good times to everyone. Featuring some of the funniest talents from Malaysia and beyond, we believe in creating a welcoming atmosphere where people from all walks of life can come together and just have a good time. Their mission is to spread joy and happiness through the power of comedy. Wednesday and Thursday brings back their usual Bucket list and Tryin Stuff Out. Support local standup comedy and buy a ticket and head over to the club this week!
Tickets to their shows available from https://klcomedyclub.peatix.com or Visit them on https://www.facebook.com/klcomedyclubbangsar / https://www.instagram.com/klcomedyclub/ or +6014-323 3238 for information.
KL Comedy Club, 67-1, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, KL
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
The premier Malaysian orchestra, providing the ultimate music experience through the power of live music that educates, entertains, and inspires at the Dewan Filharmonik Petronas.
Aina Abdul with the MPO this 10 and 11 May 2024. 8.30pm. Two exclusive evenings highlighting MPO’s special arrangements of her well-loved numbers, expect elevated interpretations of hits like Semalam, Sumpah and Terus Hidup. Under the baton of Ahmad Muriz Che Rose, her ballads are given an orchestral lush, her dazzling vocals taking the audience to a celestial musical space. This is Aina Abdul like you’ve never listened to before.
Visit https://linktr.ee/malaysianphilharmonicorchestra / https://www.mpo.com.my to check out their current 2024 season and for ticket purchase.
Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC, KL
REX KL / RXP KL / The Background KL
Once an iconic cinema in downtown KL, now rejuvenated into a creative community hub and with a new revamp to boot. Visit https://www.facebook.com/hellorexkl / https://www.instagram.com/hellorexkl/ for information on events, happenings, bookings, and tickets.
REX KL, 80, Jalan Sultan, KL
Simply Live by Tin Box
Want to relax and forget the chaos of the city life? Simply Live by Tin Box have relocated to Jaya One in Petaling Jaya and are ready to have you over. It's time to turn the page and embark on a new chapter. Special opening on Sunday New Year's Eve.
Head on down to unwind and get your fill of live music, delicious food and even better company. They have their very own Resident Band ready to put on a memorable stage show every Wednesday to Saturday. Stars of Simply Live include singers June Wong, Hoyee Chan, Xing Mars, Karmun Ooi, Scott Jerome, and musicians David Nooi, Lee Peng, Chit Wei, JC Lew, CJ.
Opening times: Tues - Thurs: 6:30pm – 12am / Fri & Sat: 6:30pm – 1am /Sun & Mon: Closed. Make your reservations and for more info: https://tinbox.my/
Simply Live, The Square, Jaya One, Jalan Professor DiRaja Ungku Aziz, Section 13, PJ
Online Pub
The one and only Temple of Rock continues to thrill nightlife enthusiasts as it shows a whole new generation just what it takes to get it right with a mix of pub grub, chilled beers and loud music. Friday nights sees Kdee Razman getting the ball rolling for a lot of fun ahead of the weekend. On Saturday nights, On Line Pub kicks things into high gear with the inimitable and irrepressible rocker Sharin picking up the his axe for some major mayhem with his backing trio.
For enquiries and reservations please WhatsApp/Call +6019-307 0650 / 03-7728 0532. You can visit https://www.instagram.com/online.pub/ and https://www.facebook.com/onliness20pub for information etc.
On Line Pub, 32, Jalan SS20/10, Damansara Kim, PJ
Mrs Barr Gastrobar
It's Friday and that means The Sidewalks will be playing at Mrs Barr Gastrobar PJ. Bringing you a mix of beautiful music from the 80s, 90s and 2000s, with DJ Tarzan and Reyna on the decks.
An Indian fusion restaurant and bar with great food and drinks to tingle your taste. Reservations at +6019 292 9321. Visit https://www.instagram.com/mrsbarrgastrobar/
Mrs Barr Gastrobar, 19, Lorong University C, PJ
Rockafellers Kitchen + Bar, Bukit Damansara
The Gastro-Sports Bar and Restaurant give you more than the British and Irish dining cuisine and sports viewing it has become renowned for with a host of acoustic two piece live music sessions over the week playing you lounge, acoustic and radio hits.
Information and reservations: +6017-761 4088 / email: rfbd@theolivetreegroup.com
Rockafellers Kitchen + Bar, Bukit Damansara, Block 15-G/17-G/19-G, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, KL
Backyard Pub & Grill
Beloved neighbourhood pub and grill Backyard is practically an institution in its own right, and has been serving up good food and refreshing drinks for 32 years and counting, plus plenty of music on offer in the heart of Sri Hartamas. On Tuesday nights, Mark Renesh picks up his guitar for an evening of chilled vibes while on Wednesday, the duo of Ramesh & Phillip get into the groove. Crooner Allan G is in the house on Thursday nights and the original rocking trio of Albert, Vijay and Badar are back on stage on Friday nights. On Saturday, SELLA is in the house to set the tempo right. Sunday Live with Kudin & Ice. Visit https://www.facebook.com/backyardklpub / https://www.instagram.com/backyard.pubkl/ Tel: 011-6135 5473
Backyard Pub & Grill, 28, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, KL
Ronnie Q
Whether you're seeking a lively sports-watching experience, a delicious pork sausage brunch, or a relaxed evening with drinks and live music, it looks like Ronnie Q remains a standout in the ever-evolving atmosphere of Bangsar. There are music offerings when live music comes into the picture with an ad hoc live music Monday from The Sidewalks led by Prasad on guitar/vocals, Wui Lin on vocals and Suresh on rhythms. 8Pm onwards.
Opening hours: 4pm onwards (Mondays to Fridays) / 10.30am onwards (Saturday/Sunday). Call +603-2282 0722.
Ronnie Q Pub & Restaurant, 32, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar, KL
BATS
A cosy lil joint with lots of culture and art, not forgetting heart, great food, drinks and a fab mini-grand piano for all to gather around and sing. Crooner Vishnu keeps things nice and easy on stage alongside other musicians and regular acts. For a full list of events and musicians performing here, check out https://www.facebook.com/bats.restaurant.bar / https://www.instagram.com/bats.restaurant.bar/ https://batsretrobar.com Tel: 012-969 8557
BATS, A-8-G, Sunway Giza Mall (North Entrance) Jalan PJU 5/14 Dataran Sunway, Kota Damansara, PJ
Porkville PJ
Check out https://www.instagram.com/porkvillerestaurant/ for info on more performances.
Porkville, Lot 3, Lorong Utara (B), PJS 52, PJ, Selangor
Kinda Blue Jazz Club & Restaurant
The KL Jazz Club promotes monthly Jazz, Blues, Funk, R&B, Classic Rock and Creative Music shows by both international and local artistes. There's usually live music on Saturday nights with Rodin JS Kumar on Bass, Jordan Rivers on guitar/vocals, VJ Thison on drums and D. Jumawan on Keys/Piano.
For reservations and booking Whatsapp +6012-571 7759 or book via www.cloudjoi.com/org/kindablue . Visit www.klinternationaljazz.com for more information.
Kinda Blue Jazz Club & Restaurant, Basement, KL Jazz & Arts Centre, 1 Lorong Kapar, off Jalan Syed Putra, KL
TiTi Jazz & Music
Follow TiTi Jazz & Music at https://www.facebook.com/titijazzandmusic
TiTi Jazz & Music, 19, Jalan Radin Bagus, Sri Petaling, KL
JAZZ UP9
Call them at +6012-591 9923 or Facebook message them to make a reservation at https://www.facebook.com/JazzUp9.lounge
JAZZ UP9, No 2A, 1st Floor, Jalan 51/225A, Section 51A , PJ
JAMA KL
Book a table via their website at https://www.jama.my. For more details visit https://www.instagram.com/jama.kl/.
JAMA KL, LOT J-0G-13, No.2, Jalan Solaris, Solaris Mont Kiara, 50480, KL
PJPAC
Visit PJPac at https://pjpac.com.my / https://www.facebook.com/pjpac to find out about more performances and coming up. Get your tickets at http://onetix.com.my
PJPAC, S611, Second Floor, 1 Utama E, 1 Utama Shopping Centre,1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, PJ
DPAC
Visit DPAC at https://www.dpac.com.my / https://www.facebook.com/damansaraDPAC to find out more about what's coming up and for ticketing information. Or call the box office at +603-4065 0001.
H-01, DPAC, Empire Damansara, Jalan PJU 8/8, Damansara Perdana, PJ
Zepp KL
Visit https://www.zepp.co.jp/hall/kualalumpur/ / https://www.facebook.com/zeppkualalumpur / https://www.instagram.com/zeppkualalumpur to find out about events happening at this Japan-origin event hall and space.
ZEPP KL, B2-01-02, Level B2, Entertainment Hub, BBCC, 2, Jln Hang Tuah, KL
