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Pentas 

Seni Merdeka
The historic and institutional core of Kuala Lumpur has progressively lost its significance and physical upkeep, posing a significant opportunity for wider urban regeneration within the central area to improve dilapidated buildings and run down public spaces around the Dataran Merdeka precinct.

Drawing inspiration from cultural based urban regeneration examples globally combined with recommendations from the Kuala Lumpur Creative Cultural District (Strategic Masterplan), Think City in collaboration with DBKL launched Pentas Seni Merdeka as a convergence platform to advocate for equitable social spaces through arts and culture with combined effort to reignite vibrancy within the heritage core of the city.

Think City’s goal is to reposition the Downtown Kuala Lumpur area as an iconic attraction with a focus on culture, arts, heritage, creativity, and innovation. This includes securing, activating and rehabilitating existing assets while connecting to a broader network which stimulates new economic activity and improves liveability.
"Set against the backdrop of the Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad complex, Pentas Seni Merdeka draws on the unique sense of place, connection, and appeal that aspires to elevate the refreshed efforts and spirit of revitalising Downtown KL area."
Key highlights
37.8k
total visitors
27
activities
113
artistes
234
jobs created
80%
positive visitor experience
Activity Schedule
Journey through past shows. Explore a diverse collection of artistic expressions that brought communities together.
  • Event

    Downtown KL Cycling Tour by MikeBikes

    Venue

    Starting/ending point: MikeBikes, Main Entrance, Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTIC)

    time

    4:30PM – 7:00PM

    Fee

    RM30/pax

    DESCRIPTION

    Discover hidden gems to historical hotspots around Downtown KL through this local limited edition cycling tour in partnership with Think City. This edition of the tour on Saturday 18 November 2023 at 16:30 is held in conjunction with Pentas Seni Merdeka, a monthly public arts platform organized by Think City and DBKL at Dataran Merdeka, Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur.

    Your booking provides you with experienced tourist guides who will take you through a city tour on wheels, participants will also receive a water bottle each, safety vest, and good quality Dutch bicycle for duration of the tour.
    Please note it is a requirement that all participants have basic cycling experience. The tour will cycle through narrow alleys and elevated pedestrian paths. This requires a certain balance, control, and self-confidence on the bicycle.

    Register here:
    Whatsapp: +60 17-673 7322 [admin]

    Event

    Soap Bubble Art by Capten Buehbossa

    Venue

    Dataran Merdeka, Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur

    time

    6:00PM – 9:00PM

    DESCRIPTION

    Together with Capten Buehbossa, a record holder of Guinness World Records to learn and play with the Art of Soap Bubbles. Learn to curate different techniques and styles of soap bubble patterns with the wonders and creativity in combining art and science!

    Event

    Zapin Workshop

    Venue

    Dataran Merdeka, Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur

    time

    6:00PM – 9:00PM

    DESCRIPTION

    Let’s learn the basic movements of Zapin Dance with Nusantara Performing Arts Centre (NusPARC).

    In this workshop, you will learn:

    • Introduction to the basic movements of Zapin Dance and types of dance
    • Listen to Zapin music and dancing in pair
    • Group dance

    Event

    Traditional Drumming with Amir Percussion

    Venue

    Dataran Merdeka, Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur

    time

    8:30PM – 9:00PM

    DESCRIPTION

    Join us drumming with Amir Percussion using traditional Malay percussion instruments. Together tuning various types of instruments to create a special rhythmic harmony.

    Open to all, no experience necessary and you’re welcome to bring any kind of beat-making gear to have fun with us!

  • Event

    Downtown KL Cycling Tour by MikeBikes

    Venue

    Starting/ending point: MikeBikes, Main Entrance, Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTIC)

    time

    4:30PM – 7:00PM

    Fee

    RM30/pax

    DESCRIPTION

    Discover hidden gems to historical hotspots around Downtown KL through this local limited edition cycling tour in partnership with Think City. This edition of the tour on Saturday 18 November 2023 at 16:30 is held in conjunction with Pentas Seni Merdeka, a monthly public arts platform organized by Think City and DBKL at Dataran Merdeka, Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur.

    Your booking provides you with experienced tourist guides who will take you through a city tour on wheels, participants will also receive a water bottle each, safety vest, and good quality Dutch bicycle for duration of the tour.
    Please note it is a requirement that all participants have basic cycling experience. The tour will cycle through narrow alleys and elevated pedestrian paths. This requires a certain balance, control, and self-confidence on the bicycle.

    Register here:
    Whatsapp: +60 17-673 7322 [admin]

    Event

    Soap Bubble Art by Capten Buehbossa

    Venue

    Dataran Merdeka, Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur

    time

    6:00PM – 9:00PM

    DESCRIPTION

    Together with Capten Buehbossa, a record holder of Guinness World Records to learn and play with the Art of Soap Bubbles. Learn to curate different techniques and styles of soap bubble patterns with the wonders and creativity in combining art and science!

    Event

    Zapin Workshop

    Venue

    Dataran Merdeka, Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur

    time

    6:00PM – 9:00PM

    DESCRIPTION

    Let’s learn the basic movements of Zapin Dance with Nusantara Performing Arts Centre (NusPARC).

    In this workshop, you will learn:

    • Introduction to the basic movements of Zapin Dance and types of dance
    • Listen to Zapin music and dancing in pair
    • Group dance

    Event

    Traditional Drumming with Amir Percussion

    Venue

    Dataran Merdeka, Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur

    time

    8:30PM – 9:00PM

    DESCRIPTION

    Join us drumming with Amir Percussion using traditional Malay percussion instruments. Together tuning various types of instruments to create a special rhythmic harmony.

    Open to all, no experience necessary and you’re welcome to bring any kind of beat-making gear to have fun with us!

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