Mark Atkins is set to perform in Malaysia for the first time

Mark Atkins, one of Australia’s finest didgeridoo players, is set to perform in Malaysia for the first time. “Mark Atkins, His Stories and His Music,” co-presented by the Australian High Commission of Malaysia and The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac), will be staged for one night only on 14 February 2023 at Pentas 2, klpac.

Atkins, who has achieved international acclaim for his collaborations with musicians like Led Zeppelin and Sinead O’Connor, is fervent about expressing his personal narratives about his native region, its inhabitants, and its history.

His Stories and His Music

In this 50-minute performance, Atkins, a descendant of the Yamijti people of Western Australia as well as of Irish-Australian heritage, will draw on his rich and diverse background to offer an eclectic mix of original and new compositions featuring didgeridoo and guitar.

“I am thrilled and excited to be able to share my musicianship, stories and music with fellow artists and the community in Kuala Lumpur. We have all been separated for far too long due to the pandemic, and these opportunities to interact and exchange across cultures are to be cherished. I look forward to meeting you all.” Mark Atkins shared

In this performance, Atkins, the audience, and the instruments will simulate a musical conversation, much of it improvised, much like the custom of sitting down and having a tale.

Dr. Justin Lee, the Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia said, “Mark Atkins is one of the world’s most acclaimed didgeridoo players. We are delighted to bring his solo show to KL where local audiences can connect with his masterful command of the iconic instrument and immersive storytelling.” 

“For those keen to gain a better understanding of the didgeridoo and its significance in First Nations Australian culture, there is no better opportunity than to learn first-hand from Mark at his free didgeridoo workshop,” the High Commissioner added. 

Didgeridoo workshop

Atkins will introduce the didgeridoo, discuss its significance in First Nations Australian culture, and walk participants through playing techniques at a free didgeridoo workshop on February 15 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The workshop is open to didgeridoo players of all levels aged 13 and over. Places are limited, and pre-registration is required via bit.ly/3WctF9q. 

Do not miss this rare opportunity to experience the natural desert sounds and polyphonic melodies of Mark Atkins in person.

Tickets are priced at RM100 (Patron of the Arts), RM84 (regular) and RM64 (students, disabled, seniors above 60 and TAS Card members) can be purchased online via https://bit.ly/markatkins_tix.

An early bird promotion runs until 31 January with discounted tickets at RM64. Eslite Malaysia’s white and black card members are entitled to 5% and 10% off normal-priced tickets.