The long, flowing sleeves of Chinese dance performers make a strong impression. Photos: Gregor Richardson.
Association president Aaron Pan said the show, titled Malam Malaysia 2016 — Against the Current, had been "very successful" and he was "very happy" with the outcome.
"Malam" means "evening" in the Malay language.
Crystal Paul, microphone in hand, leads a Malay danceduring a Malaysian student cultural show, titled Malam Malaysia 2016 — Against the Current, at the University of Otago College of Education Auditorium on Saturday.
He had taken part in last year’s show as a dancer, but this year had been more involved on the organisational side, including helping with props.
Last year’s show had also been successful, but Jackie Kong, this year’s director, had been keen to achieve higher production values.
A bigger team of participants, comprising about 90 performers and at least 20 behind-the-scenes helpers, had contributed.
The show had aimed to celebrate the diversity of Malaysian cultures, and had required a great deal of preparation, he said.