GEORGE TOWN, September 27 – Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements of two exceptionally talented young contestants from Penang who have made their mark on the global stage. Quah Xin En and Honniey J Goay, both aged 8, have garnered international recognition for their remarkable performances at the “World Championship of Performing Arts” (WCOPA). Quah Xin En, competing in the Rock Music category for children under 10, clinched the world championship title in her division. Her exceptional talent and dedication also earned her a gold medal in the Rock Music category for the 8 to 10 age group.
Honniey J Goay, on the other hand, emerged as the world champion in Hip Hop solo dance at WCOPA. Her extraordinary skills and captivating dance moves also secured gold medals in the Hip Hop solo dance and Original Open Dance categories. Honniey further showcased her versatility by winning silver medals in Singing and Dance, as well as in Folk Dance. The “World Championship of Performing Arts” took place from July 28th to August 9th in Hollywood, California, spanning nine days of intense competition. With participants hailing from 75 countries worldwide, Quah Xin En and Honniey J Goay’s achievements are all the more remarkable.
In recognition of their outstanding accomplishments, the Penang State Government has decided to present certificates to these exceptional young talents. These certificates symbolize not only their incredible skills but also their dedication and hard work. We hope that Quah Xin En and Honniey J Goay will continue to pursue their dreams and serve as inspirations to budding artists in Malaysia. Honniey J Goay, a multitalented individual of Japanese and Malaysian heritage, born in Penang, is not only a dancer and dance instructor but has also graced the screens as an actress in movies in Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Her talents extend beyond the world of dance, as she also pursues a career as a singer and even practices fortune-telling. Honniey J’s journey in the world of dance began in 1995, and she has accumulated over 30 years of stage experience. She has been trained by renowned instructors from around the world, collaborated with famous celebrities, and worked as a choreographer for grand openings worldwide, including in California’s Hollywood. Notably, she was the only dancer to be chosen as a dance partner by James Peter Colter, known for his role in the Hollywood movie “Step Up 2,” in a dance show since 2012.
