Horror fans in Kuala Lumpur can experience the eerie world of one of Japan's acclaimed manga masters at the 'Junji Ito: House Of Horror' exhibition at LalaPort BBCC in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: The Star/Low Boon Tat
It’s the last call for those still looking for a good scare before the end of October.
Apart from picking what to watch for your horror movie marathon, there are a few "haunted houses", immersive exhibitions and even costume events for you to experience around the Klang Valley.
Here are some events that will get you in the spooky mood:
JUNJI ITO: HOUSE OF HORROR
Venue: LalaPort BBCC, Kuala Lumpur
Date: ends Nov 30
Fans of Junji Ito and horror anime are welcome to check out the horror house and gallery of the renowned Japanese manga artist. Immerse yourself in scenes from the iconic Netflix series: Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales Of The Macabre and Uzumaki: Spiral Into Horror.
Junji also reveals his original scripts and drawings for iconic anime and manga creations. At the exhibition, there are two halls for you to choose from (you can pick up a bundle ticket deal to view both). Both halls include iconic scenes – spread across more than 10 rooms – from Junji’s anime and archives that come to life through a creative fusion of artwork, installations and special effects.
The two paths eventually lead to the gallery, where participants can further immerse themselves in the creations of the artist. Finally, there are also plenty of exclusive merchandise for you to get your hands on.
More info here.
HAUNTU
Venues: The Curve, Petaling Jaya and The Linc, Kuala Lumpur
Ever watch a horror movie and think about what choices you’d make if you were in that situation? Well now you don’t have to wonder. Hauntu is an immersive experience that combines theatrical performances with live actors, role playing and decision making in delivering a horror and mystical story.
You will be guided by actors: follow their lead, carry out tasks and ask them questions if you want. The 60-minute immersive entertainment experience combines creative storytelling and cutting-edge technology to produce a genuine theatrical fear experience.
At Hauntu The Linc, visitors can brace themselves for frights and more as they check into a "haunted hotel".
For a local touch, Hauntu The Curve is all about Malaysian heritage with added-on jump scares! It is set in the golden Sultanate-era, where participants are asked to put themselves in the shoes of courageous siblings on a perilous hunt for their long-lost mother. After discovering a cryptic note, they are led to the mysterious Seri Panggung Academy.
More info here.
In Kuala Lumpur, the Kawaii Con Luxe 2.0 this weekend is all about Halloween cosplay and more. Photo: Handout
KAWAII CON LUXE 2.0
Venue: Avenue K, Kuala Lumpur
Date: Oct 28 and 29
While some people enjoy the thrills of a good haunted house experience, some are more inclined to the costume aspect of Halloween. Whether it’s making a DIY costume for a party, or cosplaying your favourite characters, it's a chance for you to become anything you want. At Kawaii Con LUXE 2.0, cosplayers from all over Malaysia will be at Avenue K for their Halloween Festival.
Happening this weekend, the festival features international food, meet-and-greet sessions with popular cosplayers, e-gaming, dancing activities and J-Pop performances.
There are also plenty of booths open with plenty of merchandise that would interest fans of Halloween and anime.
THE CONJURING UNIVERSE TOUR
Venue: The Curve, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya
Date: ends Nov 19
Get ready to embark on a terrifying adventure with The Conjuring Universe Tour, an all-new immersive walk-through horror experience featuring spine-chilling set recreations inspired by iconic scenes from New Line Cinema’s massively popular horror franchise, including The Conjuring films, the Annabelle films and The Nun.
With 20 areas offering fans an interactive journey full of creepy surprises, guests can explore recreated sets including the Carta Monastery from The Nun and the Warrens' Artefact Room from The Conjuring films and Annabelle Comes Home. The journey continues with a replica of the iconic 5m tree, featured in the infamous film poster for The Conjuring.
More info here.
ONLINE THEATRE: MELUR THE MUSICAL
Date: ends Dec 31
If you're not in the mood for a Halloween night out, then an online theatre show at home might be the next best thing. It helps that the story of Pontianak is in the equation. Liver and Lung, the British-Malaysian theatre company behind the award-winning Sepet The Musical, is presenting a digital release for its Melur The Musical this spooky season.
Melur The Musical premiered earlier this year (in February for Valentine's season), with sold out performances at the PJPAC venue. The show, featuring award-winning musical actor Tria Aziz in the titular role, is now available to watch online.
Liver and Lung is streaming a recorded performance of the first act of the show. As a bonus, you can also listen to the show's soundtrack on Spotify for free.
Set in colonial Malaya, during the Malayan Emergency, Melur The Musical depicts the spell-binding story of two women, Melur and Cempaka, as they navigate British rule.
Things take a cruel turn when Cempaka’s husband, the British High Commissioner, commits a murderous crime and the characters experience the wrath of a supernatural creature, now a blood thirsty Pontianak determined for revenge.
More info here.
