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Garis Panduan Acara Persembahan Hiburan Di Negeri Perlis (Konsert, Lakonan, Tarian Dan Seumpamanya)
What is the ruling on entertainment performances such as concerts, drama and dance, and what are the guidelines in Perlis?
Short answer
Entertainment performances are originally permissible because they fall within natural human inclination, but they may become forbidden if they contain elements contrary to Islamic law.
A reference, not a fatwa. First sentence of the summary below — read the original fatwa and consult your state authority before acting.
- Authority
- Perlis State Mufti Department
- Status
- Fatwa committee decision
- Series
- Himpunan Fatwa Negeri Perlis
- Topic
- Social & Contemporary Issues
No evidence of gazettement in the source — this is not a gazetted fatwa.
Summary
Entertainment performances are originally permissible because they fall within natural human inclination, but they may become forbidden if they contain elements contrary to Islamic law. The fatwa sets eleven guidelines, including not contradicting Islamic faith and law, not neglecting duties such as prayer and fasting, being free of the promotion of alcohol, drugs and gambling, and avoiding mixing of men and women contrary to sharia. Muslim performers must cover their aurah and non-Muslims must dress modestly, with no sensual movements or obscene lyrics, and the event must respect Islamic symbols such as the call to prayer and local sensitivities.
Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.
Pada asalnya Persembahan Hiburan adalah Harus di dalam Islam.
Read the full fatwa on the Perlis website (new tab)
How to cite
Cite the original fatwa and its authority. Rujuk Fatwa is only where you found it.
Perlis State Mufti Department. “Garis Panduan Acara Persembahan Hiburan Di Negeri Perlis (Konsert, Lakonan, Tarian Dan Seumpamanya)”, date not stated. https://muftiperlis.gov.my/index.php/himpunan-fatwa-negeri/120-garis-panduan-acara-persembahan-hiburan-di-negeri-perlis-konsert-lakonan-tarian-dan-seumpamanya. Found via Rujuk Fatwa: https://rujukfatwa.com/en/fatwa/guidelines-entertainment-performances-perlis/