What's Happening in KL, 14th to 20th August
Between a major art retrospective settling in for its long run and a theatre season hitting its final weekend, this week in KL leans gallery and stage more than street market, with a couple of mall pop-ups thrown in for good measure. Here is where to go, Fri 14 to Thu 20 August.
Robert Rauschenberg and Asia @ ILHAM Gallery, Level 5
16 June to 1 November 2026
ILHAM Gallery, KLCC
Organised by M+ in collaboration with ILHAM, this landmark exhibition traces Robert Rauschenberg's engagement with Asia, part of the worldwide centennial celebration of the artist's practice. Plenty of runway left to catch it.
More info: ilhamgallery.com
Fragments of a Season @ CAP Gallery, Eslite Spectrum
1 July to 30 September
L138-L142, Level 1, Eslite Spectrum, The Starhill, Bukit Bintang
A group show tracing the passage of light and time, bringing together thirteen Malaysian artists including Yusof Gajah and Voon Kim Cheong.
More info: thestarhill.com.my
The Bouquet and the Wreath (Rebirth) @ ILHAM Gallery, Level 3
25 July to 11 October 2026
ILHAM Gallery, KLCC
The first solo exhibition in Malaysia by senior Thai artist Araya Rasdjarmrearnsook, surveying over 45 years of her practice through video works, sculptural installations and text.
More info: ilhamgallery.com
bebenang @ Black Box, DPAC
14 to 16 August, 8:30pm and 3pm shows
Black Box, DPAC, Damansara Perdana
A devised-verbatim production billed as "an almost Malaysian story," directed by Farah Rani, in its final weekend of performances. Standard tickets RM70 via Cloudjoi.
More info: dpac.com.my
LUFT WASSER x Bean Brothers Pop-Up @ The Starhill
14 to 16 August
Piazza, The Starhill, Bukit Bintang
A Porsche-themed pop-up from coffee outfit Bean Brothers, with a preview of the upcoming LW Coffee menu.
More info: thestarhill.com.my
CLARINS: Beauty Through Your Eyes @ The Starhill
14 to 16 August
Main Atrium, Ground Floor, The Starhill, Bukit Bintang
A personalised eye care experience with exclusive goodies for those who register on the spot.
More info: thestarhill.com.my
Leo Cubs Playdates: Mattel Kpop Demon Hunters @ Sunway Pyramid
16 August, 10am to 12pm
LG2, Blue Concourse, Sunway Pyramid
A play date for Sunway Pyramid's Leo Cubs members featuring a Barbie Dreamhouse and Hot Wheels Monster Trucks sets. RSVP required to secure a spot.
More info: sunwaypyramid.com
四敘・誌景 (Four States of Being) @ Black Box, DPAC
17 August, 8:30pm
Black Box, DPAC, Damansara Perdana
A dance work exploring how movement narrates landscape and inner state.
More info: dpac.com.my
Caliban: The Savage of Prospero's Island @ Black Box, DPAC
Opens 20 August, 8pm (run continues the following week)
Black Box, DPAC, Damansara Perdana
Masakini Theatre Company's reimagining of Shakespeare's The Tempest, with Sabera Shaik as Caliban, directed by Susan Sarah John. Tickets from RM63 via Cloudjoi.
More info: dpac.com.my
