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Turandot
AN OPERA BY GIACOMO PUCCINI
After more than 20 years, Puccini's monumental masterpiece Turandot returns to the Malaysian stage in a spectacular new production by KL City Opera.
Presented with the support of the Embassy of Italy in Kuala Lumpur, and in conjunction with the XXV Week of the Italian Language in the World, this landmark production celebrates the enduring cultural ties between Malaysia and Italy through the universal language of music.
Set in ancient Beijing, Turandot tells the story of the enigmatic Princess Turandot, who vows never to marry unless a suitor can solve her three impossible riddles. When the mysterious Prince Calaf succeeds, he offers the Princess one final challenge—to discover his name before dawn or he will willingly sacrifice his life. As the city searches through the night, courage, compassion and love begin to transform even the coldest of hearts.
Conducted by internationally acclaimed Italian conductor Alessandro Mazzocchetti, with stage direction by Amelia Tan and costumes by Kel Wen of BEHATI, the production features two outstanding principal casts of Malaysian and international artists, accompanied by the KLCO Orchestra & Chorus.
Featuring some of opera's most glorious music, including the celebrated aria "Nessun dorma," Turandot is an unforgettable theatrical experience of breathtaking music, powerful storytelling and spectacular stagecraft.
Performance Details
17, 20, 22 & 24 October 2026 8:00PM; 18, 25 October 2026 4:00PM
Pentas 1, Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac)
Performed in Italian with English and Chinese surtitles
Running time: Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes, including one interval.
Tickets available exclusively via CloudJoi.com.
KLCO 2026 Production Fund
In 2026, Kuala Lumpur City Opera (KLCO) is planning to stage two major productions, and we invite you to be part of making them possible through the KLCO 2026 Production Fund.
Early Support Deadline: 31 March 2026. To help us confirm key costs, artist contracts, and competition planning, we kindly ask for donations by this date.
Your generosity helps fund the real costs of producing opera — artists, orchestra, venue, sets, costumes, and the technical team behind the scenes — and helps us fully realise these productions on stage.
Our 2026 KLCO Productions
The Merry Widow — 3, 4, 5 July 2026
Turandot — 17, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25 October 2026 (save the dates — subject to change)
Why these productions are worth supporting
The Merry Widow — joy, charm, and a perfect “first opera”
One of the most beloved operettas ever written, The Merry Widow sparkles with wit, romance, and unforgettable melodies. It’s a production that welcomes newcomers while delighting long-time opera lovers — a meaningful way to grow audiences and bring more people into the theatre.
Turandot — a grand opera experience
Turandot is a monumental work: dramatic, visually spectacular, and musically unforgettable. It demands scale, artistry, and a strong team — and when it lands, it’s the kind of production people talk about for years. Supporting Turandot means supporting ambition, excellence, and the continued growth of Malaysian opera.
Every Ringgit counts
Opera is expensive to produce, but it’s priceless in what it gives back: artistry, training opportunities for Malaysian singers and musicians, and a cultural legacy we can all be proud of. Whether you give RM100 or RM10,000+, your support directly helps us build these productions responsibly and present them at the standard our audiences deserve.
Individual donation tiers (RM)
RM100 — Friend
RM300 — Supporter
RM500 — Patron
RM1,000 — Benefactor
RM3,000 — Producer’s Circle
RM5,000 — Angel
RM10,000+ — Visionary
Donor acknowledgement
Donor names will be listed as provided (or anonymously upon request) in the program booklet and included in the pre-show credit mention.
How to donate (Bank Transfer)
Bank: Hong Leong Bank
Account Name: KL City Opera PLT
Account No.: 00400178697
After transferring, please email your payment slip to klcityopera@gmail.com
Transfer description/reference: [Your Name] 2026 Production Fund
Benefits are subject to availability; KLCO may offer an equivalent experience if needed.
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KL CITY OPERA
Formerly known as ‘Eat, Sing & Travel People’, Kuala Lumpur City Opera (KLCO) was established in 2012 and incorporated on 29 October 2015. Our primary objective is to promote western opera music interests among Malaysians through stage performances and concerts whilst also keeping abreast with the objective in promoting Malaysia’s uniqueness in arts, culture and heritage.
With the aforementioned objectives, our artistic initiatives have culminated in the receipt of 5 BOH Cameronian Kakiseni Arts Award for our productions in L'elisir D'amore” (2014), “Voices & Winds” (2014), “Madama Butterfly” (2018), and “A Grand Night of Opera (2022)”.
Today, KLCO has a roster of over 20 principals singers and a resident chorus of 40 members.
OUR VISION
To be an innovative, inclusive and financially sustainable opera company.
OUR MISSION
To promote an appreciation for western opera and to establish opera as an integral part of the arts and
cultural landscape in Malaysia
To present quality programs consisting of fully staged opera, concert and outreach initiatives while broadening
the scope of activities to encourage and increase participation from communities
Developing emerging talents to nurture and to realize their potential by providing a platform for learning,
experience and growth
OUR VALUES
Organization – manage the company with sound procedures and processes to ensure consistency
and fairness
People – work together as a family based on mutual respect and trust
Excellence - committed to strive for high standards in every facet of our artistic, musical,
production and administration output
Relationship – continuously build long-term and mutually beneficial partnerships
Ambassador – be a champion of the opera art form in our communities to encourage participation and enjoyment