Penang Arts Council - PAC

Penang Arts Council - PAC Penang Arts Council (PAC) is a non-profit, non-political organization working to promote the arts Watch this space for updates and see you soon!

After a long hiatus, the Penang Arts Council or PAC is back in action! Established in 1954, PAC is one of Penang’s earliest associations dedicated to promoting and advancing the arts in Penang. Ever since then, PAC has come a long way, from staging the production of traditional music and dance to pop genres. We were also privileged to receive support from the public and companies such as Texchem G

roup of Companies and YTL in producing opera, a rarity in the region. Some of the operas that we’ve staged included A Grand Night of Opera (1989), Carmen (1997 and 2004), Die Fledermaus (1994), The Merry Widow (1996), The Land of Smiles (1999), Madame Butterfly (2002) and Turandot (2003). We are rejuvenating PAC with an objective to be inclusive of all performing, visual and other art forms in Penang, and to reach out to more people. We look forward to working with individuals and organizations to raise the standards of arts in Penang.

28/08/2025

Applications for residencies in 2026 are now open!
The due date for applications is Tuesday 30 September 2025.

The Southeast Asian Arts Residencies at Rimbun Dahan are for artists in any discipline (visual or performing artists, and literature) from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam or Timor Leste. The residencies are intended to provide an opportunity to live and engage in self-directed artistic work at Rimbun Dahan in Malaysia, for 2 months between 1 March and 30 November 2026.

The residency program now provides a small travel stipend to support Southeast Asian artists to fly to Malaysia, in addition to allowance, accommodation and studio space.

For more information and for application forms, see the website: https://rimbundahan.org/arts/residencies/southeast-asian-arts-residencies/

[Image in banner by Sabiq Hibatulbaqi, Rimbun Dahan resident artist in 2024.]

Throwback to the early days of Penang Arts Council as we celebrate 70 years of unforgettable artistry!In 1961 & 1962, we...
28/08/2025

Throwback to the early days of Penang Arts Council as we celebrate 70 years of unforgettable artistry!

In 1961 & 1962, we welcomed world-class performers like pianist Joseph Bloch, violinist Beryl Kimber, and soprano Florence Pong, alongside unforgettable collaborations with USIS, The Oh Eng Sim School of Dancing, and more.

A heartfelt thank you to the schools that opened their doors — Methodist Girls’ School, St. George’s Girls’ School, and Penang Chinese Girls’ High School — and to all our collaborators who helped shape these treasured musical moments.

✨ Be part of our story — become a member today and join us as we honor 70 years of arts and culture in Penang : https://shorturl.at/8pIPH

🎟️ Haven’t secured your tickets for our 70 Year Anniversary Charity Gala yet? Get yours here: https://shorturl.at/zI0di

We’re so proud of the young talents in our community! The Chung Ling High School Choir, Penang has created an original s...
28/08/2025

We’re so proud of the young talents in our community! The Chung Ling High School Choir, Penang has created an original song and music video for the 916 Malaysia Day Short Video Competition.

This project not only showcases the students’ creativity and Penang’s rich heritage, but is also the work of our very own PAC members Mr. Teoh Jian Feng!

Let’s show them our support and celebrate the artistic spirit of Penang together!



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26/08/2025

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Dear Friends and Supporters, Musica Sinfonietta collaborates with Acoustic Inertia again to present another contemporary...
24/08/2025

Dear Friends and Supporters, Musica Sinfonietta collaborates with Acoustic Inertia again to present another contemporary programme ' Music of the Pixelmystic' on Friday 19th September 8pm at Moral Uplifting Society. Standard tickets at Rm60 and VIP tickets at Rm120. Do come and give us your support.

On today interesting program from Temple of Fine Arts fans Temple Of Fine Arts Penang
23/08/2025

On today interesting program from Temple of Fine Arts fans Temple Of Fine Arts Penang

HARI MALAYSIA MARKET 2025!!We are calling all Perfomers & Talent to join us and showcase your creativity! Come celebrate...
22/08/2025

HARI MALAYSIA MARKET 2025!!

We are calling all Perfomers & Talent to join us and showcase your creativity!

Come celebrate the beauty of Malaysian arts and crafts this Hari Malaysia

14 – 15 September 2025
📍 Straits City Concept Centre, Seberang Perai

Why join us?

- A platform to showcase & sell your creations
- Network with fellow local artisans
- Celebrate Hari Malaysia in a vibrant and colorful way
- Showcase your unique talent and creativity on our Hari Malaysia stage

Interested? Contact us :
WhatsApp/Call: 019-6033404
[email protected]

Let’s come together to elevate Malaysian arts & culture to the world stage!

THANK you PETACE , Think City

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