Chingay In Singapore, Penang And Johor Bahru: Inside Asia’s Largest Street Performance (opens in new tab)

A vibrant fusion of art and culture, the Chingay Parade has now been jointly nominated by Singapore and Malaysia for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list\. What does that mean for the annual spectacle held in Singapore, Johor Bahru and George Town? This documentary traces the shared history of Chingay, from its roots to its unique evolution in the three cities, where today, it is an imposing religious procession in Johor Bahru, a spellbinding acrobatic display in George Town and a colou...