Istana Budaya uses Green Technology in line with global aspiration towards environment
Istana Budaya has taken the initiative to use green technology to minimise the impact on nature and reduce environmental pollution
Thu Sep 26 2024
Istana Budaya to be closed two years from Jan 15
Istana Budaya said the closure was to facilitate enhancements and maintenance works, especially on the building's roof.
Wed Jan 10 2024
Zubaidah appointed new Istana Budaya DG
JKKN director (Policy and Research) Zubaidah Mukhtar has been appointed as the new D-G of Istana Budaya, effective today.
Mon Oct 03 2022
Audit: Istana Budaya yet to receive equipment worth RM6.08 million
A total of RM6.08 million has been paid by MOTAC to company ACN 611 173 525 for the purchase of equipment for Istana Budaya but not yet received.
Thu Oct 28 2021
Staff not completely vaccinated, Istana Budaya puts off live performances
Istana Budaya will only stage live performances by early October as only 70 pct of its staff have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Wed Sep 08 2021
2021 Istana Budaya new norms programme to rejuvenate arts, culture scene
Istana Budaya will continue to organise performances to support the well-being of the community.
Thu Apr 01 2021
COVID-19: A challenge for new Istana Budaya Director-General
Since her appointment as Istana Budaya director general, effective July 1, Zaiton has put in place the necessary standard operating procedures (SOP) for all performances at the venue.
Sun Aug 02 2020
More than 250 people allowed for indoor concerts, stage plays - Nancy
Organisers would need to ensure social distancing among members of the audience as well as complying with the Standard Operating Procedures.
Sat Jul 18 2020
Malaysia, Japan discuss cooperation to stimulate tourism industry - Nancy
Malaysia and Japan today discussed cooperation to revive confidence in tourism and to stimulate the tourism, arts and culture industries.
Tue Jul 07 2020
MOTAC identifies 37 NGOs eligible for financial aid
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) has identified 37 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) eligible to be considered to receive financial aid totalling RM318,000.
Mon Jun 29 2020
A Stage Fit For The Phantom In Kuala Lumpur
The Phantom of the Opera is about to end its three-week run in Kuala Lumpur. We speak to the people who took up the challenge of bringing a world class theatrical act to these shores.
Tue Jul 02 2019
Phantom On The Prowl, Devils In The House
AWANI Reviews Dania Zainudin was in the audience as Phantom of The Opera began its three-week run at the Istana Budaya
Sat Jun 22 2019
The Phantom On A Three-week Haunt Of Istana Budaya
Malaysians may already be familiar with ghosts and the occult but in the coming three weeks the real phantom will stalk the corridors of Istana Budaya.
Tue Jun 18 2019
Permata seni concert set to rock Istana Budaya
Permata Seni will for the first time collaborate with professionals through the 'Permata Seni Concert'.
Fri Apr 27 2018
OlaBola and the powerful play!
Just as the Ola Bola movie was intended to inspire generations to believe in Malaysia's football team, this musical has similarly defined a new paradigm and standard for Malaysia's creative arts.
Tue Feb 20 2018
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024