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Us: A Journey of Love, Loss & Belonging Date: July 17–20 Time: 3pm and 8pm Venue: KLPac, Kuala Lumpur Entry fee: RM38–RM48 This theatre production is a poignant exploration of what it means to love deeply,

lose bravely and find home – within oneself and another. Mark and Anna, two fiercely independent souls who have mastered the art of self-preservation, find themselves entangled in an unexpected romance. What starts as fiery chemistry soon unravels into a journey of passion, vulnerability and self-discovery.

Hush Children’s Theatre Festival Date: July 19–25 Time: 3.30pm and 6.30pm Venue: Hush The Theatre, Glomac Damansara Entry fee: RM45–RM110 This vibrant, joy-filled celebration of storytelling marks a major milestone in

Hush’s growing commitment to accessible, inclusive theatre for young audiences and families of all kinds. Three crowd-favourite original plays will be making a return: Crayons Gone Wild , The Non-essentials and Bohemian Kats . Designed for interaction, the shows invite children to talk, laugh and engage, with adults often just as entertained.

Pesta Kuantan 188 Date: July 25–27 Venue: Kuantan 188 and other locations around Kuantan The iconic Kuantan 188 tower will once again become the beating heart of the celebrations, in conjunction with the official

birthday celebration of the Sultan of Pahang. This year’s edition promises a spectacular experience for all, featuring an unprecedented 11 signature events, including a towerthon, powerboat championship, dragon boat regatta, Mobile Legends tournament and all-star concert.

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Cinderella Date: Sept 5–7 Time: 3pm and 7.30pm (depends on day) Venue: PJPac, 1 Utama E, PJ Entry fee: RM94–RM204 Step into the enchanting world of Cinderella , a timeless classic that will captivate audiences of all ages. Choreographed and directed by artistic director Lisa Macuja Elizalde, Ballet Manila’s acclaimed production premiered to sold-out audiences in the Philippines in 2016. Being performed in Malaysia for the first time, Cinderella’s two acts are a whirlwind of excitement, hilarious characters and tunes you will be humming for days.

Offline 16 grand finale Date: Aug 16

participants and reconnect. Participants can enjoy open-play pickleball challenges, a sunset walk, live jazz music, a recycling workshop, health screenings, DIY arts and crafts, mental wellness games and a relaxation zone complete with reading nooks and massage chairs. unplug, recharge

Venue: Tropicana Golf & Country Resort, PJ Offline 16 encourages people to disconnect from digital devices and reconnect with the world around them. Its grand finale this year will bring together a vibrant line-up of wellness-focused activities aimed at helping

The Saga of Taj Theatre Date: July 26–27 Time: 5pm and 8pm (depends on day) Venue: DPac, Petaling Jaya Entry fee: Tickets by donation This multi-genre stage performance combines Bharatanatyam , comedy theatre and film projection into a single compelling

experience. This original production follows the story of an old theatre on the brink of demolition – a symbolic setting where the past and future collide. As the story unfolds, the performance weaves in a vibrant dance drama dedicated to Lord Brahma, long associated with the idea of creation in Indian cultural tradition.