Mansur & Liu showcases Malaysia’s growing local production standards, with Anwar Ibrahim praising the musical’s cultural and artistic excellence
KUALA LUMPUR: Musical theatre production ‘Mansur & Liu’ tonight demonstrated that the standard of local productions has reached a level to be proud of, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
He said the development also reflected the strengthening of culture as part of the country’s economic growth and development.
“When we talk about growth and economic development, we also talk about strengthening culture. Tonight, we have proven that local productions have reached a level that we can be proud of.
“I think it is among the best productions I have seen in the country and can stand alongside some productions elsewhere in the world,” he said after watching the performance at Panggung Sari, Istana Budaya, here, yesterday.
Anwar said local arts productions naturally require support from the government and private sector to ensure their continued growth.
He also expressed his gratitude for being able to witness first-hand the capabilities of local arts productions, while thanking veteran singer and composer Datuk M. Nasir and all those involved in staging the production.
Directed by Nasir, Mansur & Liu tells the story of the meeting between Sultan Mansur Shah and Princess Liu of the Ming Dynasty, based on accounts recorded in ‘Sulalatus Salatin’ (Malay Annals). The musical is being staged from Sept 10 to 20.
