Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre

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Part of the Sentul West regeneration project, this modernist performing-arts complex puts on a wide range of progressive theatrical events including dramas, musicals and dance. Also on offer are performing-arts courses and screenings of art-house movies.

Combine a show with a stroll in the peaceful leafy Sentul West park and dinner at one of the restaurants there.


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