KUCHING (Jan 20): A fully English-language theatre production has been hailed as a major step forward in strengthening Sarawak s performing arts scene and nurturing young local talent. Deputy Minister in the Premier s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information and Ukas), Datuk Abdullah Saidol, said the staging of Rise of the True King Jr demonstrated a bold and [...]
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