#SHOWBIZ: Colourful lineup of original shows at Istana Budaya until year end
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KUALA LUMPUR: The prestigious stage of Istana Budaya (IB) is set to raise its curtain once again with the IB 2026 programme, featuring a lineup of world-class stage performances.
From the original report
IB Deputy Director-General (Operations) Mohd Johari Md Nordin said that the revival of IB's Panggung Sari as Malaysia's National Theatre bolsters the government's agenda in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026).
"Following a temporary closure for facility upgrades and improvements, we are ready to reopen as an international-standard performing arts venue.
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- Aug 18, 2026
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