UNESCO and Temasek Foundation launched a new regional initiative to strengthen intercultural understanding in performing arts across Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. Running through 2027, the programme Embracing Shared Heritage through Performing Arts, will open new opportunities for artists and students with skills to collaborate, learn, and co-create across borders.
Performing arts have long connected communities across Southeast Asia, bridging cultural and linguistic divides, fostering dialogue, empathy, and respect. For many artists in the region, borders remain barriers. Travel restrictions, funding gaps, and limited platforms often make collaboration difficult. This programme responds by building stronger networks, helping artists co-create, and ensuring Southeast Asia’s rich traditions continue to thrive in contemporary ways.
