ISTANA NEGARA

The purpose of the establishing the Istana Budaya is

part of its function as a national theater standard. The
architect's goal to organize high-quality production or
great performance is his main goal. In this regard, the
Istana Budaya pursues five objectives of state stage in
carrying out its activities
The idea of this theatre began with the proposal in 1964 to establish a
cultural centre. The construction work began in 1995 and was
completed three years later. It was built at a cost of RM210 million
with a theatre floor area of 21,000 m² as part of the 54,400 m² cultural
complex. The Istana Budaya was officially opened in 1999 by the
Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad.

The building was designed by the local architect firm,

ADC ARCHITECT SDN. The inspiration for the design
is based on a traditional moon kite in flight. HISTORY

Istana Budaya can be proud

of being the first stage in Asia
that has the most advanced
stage mechanism for theater
performances.
 ELEMENT OF ARCHITECTURE

 POINT,LINE AND PLANE

 The architectural uniqueness of
Istana Budaya is based on the
concept of several aspects of
Malay culture. Seen from above,
the Istana Budaya building is
shaped like a Kelantan moon kite.