Agus Nur Amal PM Toh
Agus Nur Amal, also known as PM Toh, was born in 1969 in Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia. As a storyteller, he uses everyday objects and imaginative theatrical methods to create interactive performances. His work often draws on mythology and real-life challenges such as social issues, natural disasters and climate change.
Agus received his diploma and bachelor’s degree from the Jakarta Institute of Arts in 1990 and 2000 respectively, and his theatrical journey began in 1992. Since 2003, he has been working with Komunitas Tikar Pandan on trauma healing and peace building in Banda Aceh. In 2005, he started staging the live show TV Eng Ong to comfort those affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami; the show was later broadcast nationally. Over three decades, Agus has presented more than 700 shows. His work has been featured in documenta fifteen (2022), Jakarta Biennale (2017), Jakarta-Berlin Arts Festival (2011) and other international exhibitions.