Celebrate Rex KL’s 5th Anniversary – In Collaboration with Connor's Malaysia!
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20 November 2023There’s so much cool stuff happening! From both free / ticketed events and activations – a diverse programme of live music, digital art, and workshops, performances, exhibitions, and gastronomic delights!
REX KL, the art and culture hub occupying the former Rex Cinema, is commemorating its 5th anniversary by launching REX FEST, a vibrant festival celebrating the city’s rich history, arts, and community spirit. From November 24th to November 26th 2023, in partnership with Connor’s Stout Porter, the inaugural REX FEST will enrich downtown Kuala Lumpur.
“The collaboration between Connor’s Stout Porter and REX KL aims to celebrate creativity in all its forms. This festival unites artists, fosters exciting partnerships, and welcomes new friendships, creating a harmonious blend of art, culture, and innovation that bridges familiar faces with fresh talent. Connor’s continues to deliver quality stout and cool, modern experiences where consumers can ‘Taste the Good Times’, and at REX FEST they will be able to immerse themselves in a place where the magic of stout, art and music converge,” said Lim Kok Kean, REX FEST festival director.
These are some of our MUST ATTEND picks:
AFTERLIFE x GOEN – DIVERGENCE
An event that transcends traditional notions of freedom. @afterlife_my x @goen.prty – Divergence: A fully immersive party that combines music with 270-degree projection mapping to create a unique audio-visual experience unlike anywhere else. Featuring a dope lineup including: @haoyuanchy @suhsi.be , @raven_kyc, @dj_wckd, as well as a showcase by digital immersive artist @azarikh including collaborations with international sensation Joji and local star Yuna.
(24th November, Friday)
Genre: Techno, Industrial Techno, Psytrance, House, and more
KUANTUM: FORGOTTEN FACADES
@kuantum.project : Forgotten Facades: an immersive blend of electronic music and visual arts crafted by Kuantum, a collective of artists from diverse multi-disciplinary backgrounds who fuse visual art and electronic music to deliver a fully immersive, concept-driven audio-visual experience. The DJ lineup features @rimka, @lissazombie, @gasingraised, @mawiewowie_, @535eye, as well as immersive experiences by @vuevossa, @zhonkvision, @sharedmindvisuals.
(25th November, Saturday)
Genre: Electronic, House, Techno, Breaks
SOUNDSCAPE RECORDS x FILAMEN: ODYSSEY
Curated by Soundscape Records, an independent label renowned for its extensive musiccuration, and Filamen, the leading local collective in multi media art. Experience something truly unique with REXPERIENCE’s state-of-the-art fully immersive projection and sound system.
The stage is set for ODYSSEY. Catch the best of local talent in an immersive audio-visual experience brought to life by multimedia digital collective @wearefilamen and independent music label @soundscapemy. The Times @thetimes20, Kyoto Protocol @kyotoband, Dirgahayu @drghy,
Shelhiel @supershelhiel, The Filters @_thefilters.
The performances will be accompanied by mesmerizing visuals by Visual Artist Line Up: Futuresigner @void_draw_the_future, Grasshopper @grassh_opper, Jiajia @jia.jia_liew, Vasflow @vas.flow who consistently engineers exclusive, avant-garde visual experiences through the medium of immersive projection.
(26th November, Sunday)
Genre: Electonic music from ambient, house & techno n breaks
Early bird – RM50 (Limited)
Pre-sale – RM80
Door – RM100
Throughout REX FEST, attendees have free access to a line-up of events and activations, commencing with Home ground – a showcase orchestrated alongside @tongtongasia and @breakingmusicmy – featuring incredible artists such as @lilasianthiccie, @ty.del, @adrielleiman, @zekke_, @munjiy @jarrrrrfrancisco and more!
There’s more! Check out the flea market, workshops, and more free shows + lots of delicious food!
Scan the QR code below to download the festival guide and discover the ultimate roadmap to all the music, art, food, and retail wonders that await you! Don’t miss a beat – it’s your passport to an unforgettable weekend!
How to download REX FEST festival guide:
1️⃣ Scan the QR code
2️⃣ Download the PDF
3️⃣ Save as file (for iPhone)*
*This step may vary for other devices.
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