Tackling Migrant Issues Through Dance
Because dance has the power to express what is verbally inexpressible, it’s a language understood by everyone. Dutch cultural center Erasmus Huis recently brought dance company World of Dance to three cities in Indonesia: Jakarta (18 February), Bandung (20 February) and Yogyakarta (22 February). World of Dance is well-known for innovative dance productions with a
The Perfect First Date
Romantic dinner, the movies or afternoon coffee? Everybody has their own idea of what a memorable first date should look like. Here are some answers: Rain Chudori Writer and founder of literary journal “The Murmur House” Rain Chudori is lucky enough to already have experienced her perfect first date: “The best date I’ve ever had
Dancing Tango on Canvas
Until 8 March, Duta Fine Arts showcases a series of paintings and drawings by the Argentinean artist Liliana Rago revolving around the aesthetics of “Tango Dancers”. Liliana Rago who was born in Argentina in 1956 is a talented tango dancer herself and has always been fascinated by the choreography and music of her native country. Her
Introducing Indonesian Design to A Global Stage
Alvin Tjitrowirjo, the mastermind behind the design firm AlvinT Studio, draws inspiration from Indonesia’s love of art, translating it into modern furniture and product design. Utilizing local artisans and craftsmen, Alvin’s distinctive and eye-catching designs effortlessly melt tradition and innovation. NOW! Jakarta had the chance to speak to Alvin shortly after he returned from Frankfurt,
When Bandits Become Heroes
One of the oldest and most renowned theater troupes in Indonesia, Teater Koma, celebrated its 40th anniversary by reviving one of its legendary plays – Opera Ikan Asin (Salted Fish Opera) – from March 2 to 5 at Ciputra Artpreneur Jakarta. Opera Ikan Asin was first performed in 1983 with music by the late Harry Roesli
The Art of Javanese Traditional Architecture
As a reflection of its culture and history, the architecture of Javanese homes is much characterized by hierarchical rule, that is, in the form of rooftops and layouts. Enter limasan – a four-sided sloping trapezoidal roof with two pointed locations at the top, designated for higher status Javanese families. In an intricate weaving of society
Gebug Light: Battle of Light
A group of artists from Karangasem, Bali, Dewari Swari and Sekar performed “Gebug Light – Bala Samar” at Auditorium Galeri Indonesia Kaya in Jakarta on 5 March. Inspired by several sacred dances in Bali where the dancers become the medium of the gods and spirits to cleanse the earth, the performance was held on a
Indonesian Textiles Between Tradition and Technology
The project IKAT/eCUT looks at the textile industry from many different perspectives: from arts to design, and from tradition to technology. Most of us are familiar with the term “Fast Fashion” – a phenomenon that describes theprocess of imitating the latest trends and styles presented on the glamorous runways which are then readily available in
Museum MACAN to Open in Jakarta in November
2017 is an exciting year for Indonesian art enthusiasts as we welcome the first museum dedicated to international modern art. Scheduled to open this November, Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara or Museum MACAN aims to celebrate the dynamic movement of contemporary art in Indonesia as well as to expose more of the
Indonesia’s Emerging Artists in the Spotlight
Get to know who’s who among Indonesia’s emerging artists by attending Cultural Experience, a fine art exhibition that takes place at South Jakarta’s Arjuna Café, from 10 February to 10 March. The exhibition is delivered by Jakarta Illustration Visual Art (JIVA), an independent art organization, and curated by Frigidanto Agung, one of the country’s top
Museum Taman Prasasti, A Necropolis of Jakarta’s History
In preparation of the transfer of power from the nationalized colonies of the Dutch East India Company to the establishment of the Netherlands East Indies government at the end of the eighteenth century, a centre of administration was developed around four kilometres south of old Batavia (currently known as Kota) in Weltevreden (currently Menteng in Central Jakarta).
Europe on Screen Shows a Selection of the Best European Films
Film making today goes beyond entertainment and creative expression, contributing to education, social changes and trendsetting. Based on this theory, the Europe on Screen Film Festival returns this year to attract film enthusiasts across Indonesia and to celebrate the diversity of European movies. The event shows a selection of the best European films which will
Cinematic Treat for The Family
You thought you did everything right. Everything is prepared for a family movie day out with your kids. You have picked a showtime at exactly that time of day when your kids have taken their naps, so they won’t get cranky. You have packed up their favourite snacks so they’ll be docile and well-fed. You have
