Jakarta Players Star in ‘An Inspector Calls’
“An Inspector Calls” is one of J.B Priestley’s most well known plays and widely regarded as one of the classics in 20th century English theater — so it is high time the Jakarta Players introduced it to...
View ArticleTraditional Betawi Culture Made a Comeback Through Musical
The Abang None Jakarta Association is attempting to bring back the heyday of traditional plays and music. (Photo courtesy of Image Dynamics) Commemorating the capital’s 486th anniversary this month, a...
View ArticleA Story Befitting Jakarta’s Birthday
Rehearsals for ‘Ariah have been underway for a month. The show, a colossal musical drama, will be staged at Monas park from Friday to Saturday. (Photo Courtesy of Ariah Production) This month, Jakarta...
View ArticleStage Drama Examines Rape’s Painful Legacy
Desi Susanti as Paulina, Iswadi Pratama as Dr. Miranda and Budi Laksana as Gery in the Indonesian adaptation of ‘Death and the Maiden.’ (Photo courtesy of Salihara) Rape represents “a virtually...
View ArticleA Tribute to the Female ‘Force’
‘Pulung Gelung Drupadi’ retells an ancient poem of female strength, perseverance and loyalty through times of tragedy. (Photo courtesy of Sukma Budaya Foundation) April is a month for people throughout...
View ArticleClassic Tale of Greed, Corruption Takes Center Stage
The soldier unloaded his pack, relieving the burden from his back literally and figuratively. Known as Yusuf, the soldier headed home on leave, keen to see his mother and fiance. A skilled violinist,...
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