Backstage at World Drum Fest 08

[klguy]

As promised to Unca Noordin, here's some images taken at the backstage part of the World Drum Fest held in Dataran Merdeka. Yes, there was a part sealed off to the general public where the performers can practice their routines or rest and get some food and refreshments. And no - I was'nt allowed in the changing /make-up tents.

I found a group of South Korean girls there rehearsing their steps. But when I approached them, they simply shook their heads and refused to have their photos taken. I was wondering what's wrong. Then It dawned on me - South Korean culture insist on there being a chaperon present who's responsible for the welfare and discipline of the girls.

I looked around, and there was this chaperon, dressed in a black traditional costume, watching the girls and me with hawk eyes. I approached her, bowed and requested permission to shoot her charges. After showing her the shots in the camera, she smiled. And snapping her fingers, she ordered two of the girls to put on an impromtu performance. Ah heaven indeed.

And yes, I did remembered to thank her before leaving


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[klguy]

On the way to getting a well-deserved coffee, I came across out very own Malaysian performers in another tent. And the gals and boys from Sarawak were playing a round of musical chairs - one of them would sing a traditinal song and the rest will dance around the chairs. When the singer stops, everyone will rush for a seat leaving a poor victim standing without a seat. She/he will have to do a mini performance for the rest.

Being thick-skinned,I approached them and suggested that instead of victim having to perform, why not let me shoot them...

Here's the images of the next three victims :

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Thank you very much for viewing. Comments are most welcomed.

[ShaolinTiger]

#6 is a fantastic portrait :D

[capix]

love #6 also...really nice...thanks for inviting me in last saturday...sorry didn't hv much time to chat more...anyway, the event was great except for the speeches...hehe...

[hyin21]

Tumpang. No exactly backstage but it's not on stage either... thanks.

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k82/hyin21/new%20July08/IMG_7469.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k82/hyin21/new%20July08/IMG_7471.jpg

[noordin]

Francis, you're the ever charmer! :thumbs_up:

Lovely set. I like #6 the best. :adore:

[orionmystery]

Your Highness, #6 very sui ah:)

[zamrudku]

#6 is to die for lah

[klguy]

#6 is a fantastic portrait :D

Thank you. She was in the shadows initially with a pillar growing from her head and she graciously step a few paces aside into a brighter area.

love #6 also...really nice...thanks for inviting me in last saturday...sorry didn't hv much time to chat more...anyway, the event was great except for the speeches...hehe...

The pleasures all mine in meeting up with you and the other guys n gals. Ya hor - the Lord Mayor made us wait for hours...

Tumpang. No exactly backstage but it's not on stage either... thanks.



Do feel free to tumpang - this is a sharing forum. And you did quite well on the first shot.

Your Highness, #6 very sui ah:)

Thank you My Lord. Aiks - I forgot to get her contact number.

#6 is to die for lah

Thank you, Zamrud. Yep, she's beautiful and the light was perfect. Hardly any pp done at all.