By: Fatimah Farhana Mohd Iqbal
PAGOH, Jan 8—The date that marked the culmination of weeks of preparation for Projek Entiti: Storyteller, a theatrical production staged from 8.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. at Auditorium 6, Shared Facilities EduHub Pagoh. On that evening, the collective efforts of 70 committee members came together in a single performance that carried both strong emotions and a clear moral message.
The production was supported by multiple divisions working closely behind the scenes, including Hicom, Stagestars (Cast, Extras and Cast Coordinators), Stageleaders (Stage Manager, Director, Vocal Instructors, Script Editor and Emcees), Muadrobe, Pubpro, Audio & Lighting, Propmaster, Preptech, Specta, and Ticketing. Each team played an important role in ensuring the performance ran smoothly, both technically and artistically.
Storyteller was approached from a psychological and symbolic perspective, focusing on human emotions, loss, and inner struggles. Inspired by Surah Ali ‘Imran 3:185, “Every soul shall taste death”, the narrative invited the audience to reflect on life’s impermanence, the process of acceptance (redha), and the importance of moving forward after loss. In line with Islamic values, the production avoided any form of provocation or engagement with the alam ghaib, maintaining clear ethical and spiritual boundaries throughout the creative process.
On the day of the performance, the atmosphere was marked by quiet anticipation and focus. Despite the fatigue from weeks of preparation, the cast delivered their performances with sincerity and depth, supported by technical execution from the backstage teams. Audience responses, including moments of silence, emotional reactions, and applause, reflected the impact of the performance and the clarity of its message.
The production process also emphasised spiritual mindfulness. A few days prior to the show day, murabbi sessions were conducted and collective dua was practiced as part of the team’s efforts to remain grounded and focused. These measures reinforced the importance of intention (niyyah), effort (ikhtiar), and reliance upon Allah SWT (tawakkul) throughout the project. As stated by the Program Manager, Zikri Zamri, “We should always check our intention. This performance is meant to raise awareness and convey a moral lesson to the audience. We are not doing this merely just for fun.”
In reflection, Projek Entiti: Storyteller stood as more than a theatrical production. It became a collective journey of growth and resilience, reminding everyone involved that while life is temporary, meaningful stories have the power to inspire reflection, strengthen values, and bring people together.