Jakarta Concert Orchestra Once Again Presents A Symphony of Emotions: Joy & Sorrow
The Jakarta Concert Orchestra – with Avip Priatna as conductor and featuring Ania Druml (Austria) on cello – will once again present works from the 19th century in A Symphony of Emotions: Joy & Sorrow. These range from the joyous Overture of *Die Fledermaus by Strauss II, to the warmth and longing of Cello Concerto
JICAF 2025 Officially Opens Doors For Indonesian Illustration On The Global Stage
The Jakarta Illustration & Creative Arts Fair (JICAF) officially opened on Thursday, 18 September 2025, at The Space, Senayan City, marking its third edition under the New Heights theme. This year’s event – JICAF 2025 – runs until 5 October, featuring more than 100 artists from 25 countries. As Indonesia’s largest illustration art platform, JICAF
Indonesia Design Week (IDW) 2025 Celebrates Creativity, Innovation & Collaboration
Indonesia Design Week (IDW), the flagship event of Indonesia Design District (IDD) PIK2, celebrates the world of design from 12 to 20 September 2025. As Indonesia’s largest design and furniture centre, IDD’s vision is to catalyse IDW 2025 beyond a commercial retail destination into an inclusive hotspot for designers, architects, and creative communities at large.
Meet the Makers: Food Edition
Developing alongside Indonesia’s burgeoning culinary industry are the country’s food producers. With consumers becoming increasingly conscious of where their food comes from, locally produced goods are gaining popularity, with qualities rising enough to pique the interest of premium hospitality venues and even overseas interest. Two unique brands are shifting the status of Indonesian produce, one
Ki.Basic: Carrying Culture, Weaving Meaning
From its indigenous roots to its transformation into a contemporary fashion statement, the noken is more than just a bag. In the hands of Ki.Basic, this traditional woven bag from Papua has evolved into a stylish and meaningful fashion item that invites modern consumers to experience the cultural journey and philosophy behind each piece. Photos
Life Bursts in ‘A Gentle Eruption’ by Carissa Finneren
In her debut solo work titled “A Gentle Eruption,” Carissa Finneren writes through the in-between, where memory and emotion quietly unravel in the search for home. It often starts with a memory. Something small, like a popsicle dripping down your fingers, the lowing of cows in the neighbourhood, or the sand between your toes on
The 100% Manusia Film Festival 2025 Inspires Empowerment from Ripples to Waves of Change
The 100 % Manusia Film Festival returns on September 4–14, 2025 in Jakarta and Yogyakarta with the theme “Empowerment.” Now in its 9th edition, the festival celebrates 11 incredible days, with 9 fringe programs across 7 screening venues in 2 cities. The festival will open with the Austrian drama How To Be Normal and The
Wirantawan: Art As a Search For Oneness
Article by Jean Couteau | Read his other articles in NOW! Bali A very interesting exhibition has recently been held at the Bentara Budaya, Jakarta, between May 28 and June 8, showing the works of the Balinese artist Putu Wirantawan. When gazing upon Wirantawan’s work, one is immediately struck—if not utterly overwhelmed—by elements that feel
Witness BALLET SOUNDTRACK SHOW: Where Ballet Meets Cinema to the Power of Live Orchestra
On 30 August, step into a world where the greatest cinematic scores transform into breathtaking neoclassical ballet. BALLET SOUNDTRACK SHOW is an immersive evening of movement, music, and emotion performed by world-class dancers and accompanied by a full live symphony orchestra at the Jakarta Concert Hall. The concert is split into two time intervals: 3
Pusparagam Marks the Opening of Cikini 82 as a New Cultural Hub in Jakarta
For decades, Cikini 82 was closed to the public. However, its historical significance and architectural heritage remained intact. Now, after a meticulous restoration process, the building has been revitalised and returned to its role as a public space. Located in Menteng, Cikini 82 is a historic building that has witnessed many important milestones in Indonesia’s
Bali Island in Early Photography
It was only six years after the invention of photography in the year 1839 that Balinese artefacts like masks and statues were being captured through the lens in Jakarta. And to this day, Bali continues to mesmerise photographers with its timeless beauty. Sake Santema from Indies Gallery shares a few early photographs along with a brief history that offers a glimpse into
Rediscovering Borobudur’s Hidden Narratives
Borobudur Temple is often seen as a grand symbol of Indonesia’s cultural heritage—a majestic structure crowned with stupas and decorated with Ramayana reliefs. Yet for painter Sohieb Toyaroja, its true essence lies hidden in plain sight. By thoughtfully studying 1,460 narrative reliefs, Sohieb distilled their ancient wisdom into just nine personal and intimate paintings. His
Dita Gambiro’s “Chronospira” Bridges Film and Art at ARTOTEL Gelora Senayan
You wouldn’t expect a hotel gallery next to one of Jakarta’s most high-energy stadiums to be the place where time folds in on itself, but then again, Chronospira is not your average exhibition. Opening 8 July 2025 at ARTOTEL Gelora Senayan, Chronospira is a mixed-media installation by renowned artist and production designer Dita Gambiro. Inspired
