ABOUT US

Our story begins with a shared dream among six friends, rooted in varied skills and experiences in the arts, with the common goal of contributing to the local arts scene. In December 2022, we founded Dabble Dabble Jer Collective - an arts production team based in Penang, Malaysia.

Our Collective strives to create a rich and diverse tapestry which celebrates the power of storytelling through a range of artistic disciplines and frameworks. We are committed to expressing and communicating the complexities of Malaysian life, by Malaysians and for Malaysians.

Here at Dabble Dabble Jer Collective we are convinced that the arts have the power to challenge and change, enriching the lives of all those who engage with it.

MISSION STATEMENT

DDJ.Co features original voices and texts that question the norm, diving deep into the hidden, neglected, and forgotten aspects of society and community. We devise and produce innovative, progressive, and radical productions and performances to contribute to the contemporary arts landscape in Penang and wider Malaysia.

ARTISTIC VISION

We are especially interested in exploring themes of identity, heritage, and sociocultural constructs with artists, musicians, performers, dancers, and creatives, regardless of background or creed. From devising to producing, we aim to explore various perspectives and reimagine them through immersive media storytelling, art installations, theatrical performances, and more.

We believe in creating pieces that translate the complexities of the Malaysian identity through interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary works. We encourage collaborative and experimental works to explore narratives, push boundaries, and interrogate systems and constructs in our ever-evolving environments.

Our cornerstone is built on the following values: Culture, Challenge, and Change.