Kuala Lumpur Entertainment

Most bars are open from noon until midnight. The music played at clubs is mostly US house and the lighter styles of techno. Entrance charges of around RM20 include one drink. The best place to see traditional theatre and music is at the Malaysian Tourist Information Complex (MATIC), 109 Jl Ampang (tel 03/243 4929), which does costumed shows (Tues, Thurs, Sat & Sun at 3.30pm; RM2).

Kuala Lumpur Bars And Live Music

Barn Thai , 370b Jl Tun Razak (tel 03/244 6699). Spicy Thai food followed by some of the best live jazz that KL offers.

Bull's Head , Central Market, Jl Benteng. A very busy bar, popular with expats, tourists and business people alike. Closes at midnight.

Kuala Lumpur Clubs

Backroom , Lorong Shangri-La, behind the Shangri La Hotel, Golden Triangle. Although a poor venue, international DJs play house, techno and drum 'n bass here to a packed mixed bohemian crowd. Thurs-Sat 10pm-6am.

Baze-2 , Yow Chuan Plaza, Jl Tun Razak. Happening club frequented by KL's well-heeled youth; soul, reggae and funk played. Open 9pm-3am.