02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Herald Malaysia
Musical production highlights faith amid life's uncertainties
A compelling new musical production, Good Shepherd: Dance with Me on Shifting Sands, scheduled to be held from May 16 to 18 at Loyola Hall, Church of St Francis Xavier, invites audiences to reflect on the enduring presence of faith amid the turmoil of today's world. May 02, 2025
PETALING JAYA: A compelling new musical production, Good Shepherd: Dance with Me on Shifting Sands, scheduled to be held from May 16 to 18 at Loyola Hall, Church of St Francis Xavier, invites audiences to reflect on the enduring presence of faith amid the turmoil of today's world. Inspired by the familiar image of the Good Shepherd in Psalm 23, the performance draws audiences into a poignant exploration of what it means to walk with Christ in a world marked by instability and change. Through music, movement, and storytelling, the production tackles key themes central to the human experience: marginalisation, care for creation, intergenerational relationships, and the anchoring role of faith. The title Shifting Sands serves as a metaphor for the challenges faced in contemporary life — from war and displacement to environmental destruction. Against this backdrop of uncertainty, the musical portrays the Good Shepherd as a constant presence, walking beside individuals in both suffering and celebration. Performed by a multigenerational cast of 18 children and teens, 15 adults, and eight musicians and singers — ranging in age from 8 to 87 — the production captures the diversity and unity of the community. The ensemble brings to life stories of refugees, the displaced, and those struggling to find hope, while highlighting the urgent call to care for the Earth and build bridges across generations. 'This is not just a performance, but a shared experience,' said the production's organisers. 'It's a call to reflect on how we can each navigate the shifting sands of our lives with faith, love, and resilience.' The musical encourages viewers to not only watch, but to move, breathe, and listen — embracing the invitation to 'dance' with the Good Shepherd, and to find rhythm in the midst of life's unpredictability.
Good Shepherd: Dance with Me on Shifting Sands promises to be an inspiring experience, inviting all to rediscover the steady guidance of the Divine Shepherd and the transformative power of faith in community.
