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Ms Hazlina asked Mr Tan for examples of performances involving social causes that had been allowed to take place.<\/p>\n
He cited To The Unforgotten, an event held in May this year that featured a song, poem and multimedia artwork about the Israel-Gaza conflict. It was classified R18.<\/p>\n
Another example was 6 Microlectures on Genocides. Also classified R18, the play comprised short works that explore themes of genocide, war crimes and contemporary conflicts, Mr Tan said.<\/p>\n
He also pointed to the 2024 stand-up comedy show Namaste, which was classified Advisory 16 and included a segment in which comedians spoke about the Israel-Gaza conflict.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo having material and content on causes itself is not prohibited, and the licensing framework is designed to, of course, protect young people from unwanted content, but also allow people to make decisions on what they can watch,\u201d said Mr Tan.<\/p>\n
\u201cBut at the same time, having some boundaries on the kind of content that may stir up public disorder or national security considerations.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr Tan said assessments were \u201cvery contextual\u201d and encouraged applicants for Arts Entertainment Licences to engage IMDA early.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe earlier the applicants engage IMDA, the earlier conversations can start, and earlier we can give clarity and guidance on the kind of content that may be approved and the kind of content that we have some concerns over, so clarity and guidance can be provided,\u201d he said.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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