OUR STORY
Fueled by the unwavering dedication of passionate youth, Artistari Gentari is a dynamic force in the creation of Malay dance compositions. Their artistry seamlessly melds traditional techniques and aesthetics with contemporary inspirations. The group, guided by the visionary Artistic Director and Choreographer Bada Hassan since 2013, has garnered enthusiastic acclaim from young individuals seeking to collaborate with Singapore's arts industry professionals.
Their notable performances encompass appearances on prestigious stages, including Mediacorp Suria's Sinar Lebaran, Sinaran Hati, the transcultural event Rapsodi held in Brunei Darussalam in 2018, Projek Kasih, Rayakustika, and the iconic National Day Parade. Additionally, their artistic prowess has reached international shores, having taken part in the China International Youth Arts Festival in 2018.
Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay has offered Artistari Gentari numerous opportunities to showcase their talents at prestigious events, including Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts, as well as A Date with Friends. Notably, Artistari Gentari achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the youngest team to assume the role of Artistic Director for the Chingay Parade Malay Contingent in 2020 and won "Most Lively Contingent" for the year.
PAST MAJOR PERFORMANCES
AND PRODUCTIONS
1. Rayakustika 2023 (Mediacorp Suria)
2. Berani Nyanyi Season 2 (Mediacorp Suria/Oonik Pte Ltd)
3. Decadans - ATG10th Year Anniversary Concert
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2023
1. Hati ke Hati (Self-Produced)
2. Sinar Lebaran 2022
3. Lepak Live : Beria Beraya
4. Esplanade , Pesta Raya 2022 - Ceria! Sang Kanchil dan Buaya!
5. Esplanade, Pesta Raya 202 - Fenomena
6. Pelancaran Bulan Bahasa 2022 (Mediacorp)
7. Lepak Live: Pecah Panggung
8. Festival Tari Serumpun 2022 - Kulai, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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2022
1. Odyssey 2 : Life Story (Self-Produced)
2. Raikan Tari Lebaran (Collaboration with Teater Muzikal Collective & Atrika Dance Company)
3. Rayakustika (Mediacorp)
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2021
2020
1. Chingay Parade Singapore 2020 : Nazam Peribumi
2. Sinar Lebaran (Mediacorp)
3. Chingay Heartlands
4. Pesta Raya Online!
5. Odyssey (Self-Produced)
6. Looking Out The Window (Self-Produced)
7. Sabotaj! Season 3
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1. Sinar Lebaran 2024 (Mediacorp Suria)
2. Chingay Parade 2024 - Blossom
3. Aku Budak Madrasah!
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2024
2019
1. A Date With Friends , All You Need is Love
2. Dansamania (Mediacorp)
3. District 18 : P7:1sma
4. Project Kasih (Mediacorp)
5. Sinar Lebaran (Mediacorp)
6. ATRIKA Danzfest
7. Rayakustika (Mediacorp)
8. OK Shiok! (Mediacorp)
9. National Day Parade
10. Re:Imagine Malay Dance: P7:1sma
11. World Martial Arts Festival - Chungju, South Korea
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2018
1. Sinaran Hati (Mediacorp)
2. Himpunan Serumpun 5
3. Joget by Esplanade
4. A Date With Friends, Tribute to Elvis
5. Sinar Lebaran (Mediacorp)
6. Malay Cultural Fest
6. China International Youth Arts Festival , Shanghai
7. Rapsodi , Brunei (Mediacorp)
8. 18th World Pencak Silat Championship
1. Chingay Parade Singapore
2. Chingay Heartland
3. A Date with Friends with Hyrul and the Hypervenilates
4. Malam Kenangan Dato Jeffrydin
5. ONE : Inaugural Bridal Runway Show by HTWRL x EIKL
6. Pesta Raya , Serentak Sedunia
2017
1. ATRIKA DanzFest
2. Pesta Raya, Kenangan : Gemilang Suara Kita
3. A Date with Friends with Hyrul and the Hypervenilates
4. Inspirasi 9
2016
1. ATRIKA Danz Fest
2. Pesta Raya, Kenangan : Dari Layar Perak ke Pentas Tari
3. Bunga Tanjong
2015
1. ATRIKA Danz Fest
2. MUARA - Pesta Tari Melayu Singapura
2014
About The Artistic Director
Bada Hassan
Badarudin Bin Hassan is a visionary in Singapore's performing arts, pioneering the fusion of traditional Malay dance with contemporary influences since founding Artistari Gentari in 2013 till today. Badarudin seamlessly bridges tradition with innovation, crafting performances that resonate with cultural authenticity and modern sensibilities. Badarudin plays a pivotal role in mentoring emerging artists and fostering collaboration within the arts community. His leadership extends to various organizations, advocating for the promotion and relevance of Malay arts and culture. Badarudin's creations and performances have been performed locally and regionally. His collaborations with esteemed partners like Sri Warisan and P7:1SMA showcase his commitment to engaging meaningful community work. Additionally, his role as a producer for Malay Broadcast underscores his multifaceted contributions to promoting Malay arts and culture in Singapore. Badarudin's dedication to pushing artistic boundaries enriches Singapore's cultural landscape, inspiring new generations of artists to explore tradition and modernity. His visionary leadership, creative endeavours, and advocacy shares his hopes to continue collaborative efforts in Singapore's cultural narrative, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.