Arts

Beyond elasticity: History, economics intersect in rubber art

Josa Lukman

The seeds of rubber’s history in Indonesia took root when the first tree was planted in 1864 at the Bogor Botanical Gardens. Nearly two centuries later, artists in the world’s second-largest producer of natural rubber are exploring the colonial commodity’s role in shaping the decolonization narrative through their works.

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Belief in regeneration: Teater Keliling preserves dramatic arts for half a century

Aqraa Sagir

Founded in 1974, Teater Keliling is a prolific group of theatrical artists that recently celebrated its 50th anniversary with a fresh, musical reinterpretation of the classic play Mega Mega by Arifin C. Noer.

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A whole new world: Desmonda Cathabel’s journey from Jakarta to the West End

Sheena Suparman

Her journey from musical-theater fan to the biggest stages in the world almost feels like a Disney tale of passion, perseverance and a bit of magic.

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Deconstructing Nicholas Saputra

Felix Martua (Contributor/Jakarta)

In his latest film, The Architecture of Love, the iconic actor charts new territory as he shows that growth is a thespian's greatest asset.

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Joko Anwar's Leap of Faith

Felix Martua

The Indonesian auteur has crafted himself a rich and remarkable filmography. His latest project, Siksa Kubur (Grave Torture), is a prayer of questions and restlessness.

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Immersive Artistry: Exploring architecture and art with Bunga Yuridespita

Aqraa Sagir

“Common Sanctum” at the Salihara Art Center is an immersive and delightful sophomore exhibit from the architect-turned-artist.

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‘It becomes a part of life’: a dance with Siti Alisa and Josh Marcy

Agnes Kania

‘We don't talk about specific technical roots anymore, but more about how dance and the body become a medium for artistic creation’ - Josh ‘Not only does the body have to be fit - that's a must - but it must also possess intelligence to articulate a movement and then embody it so that it becomes an expression, and even more.’ - Alisa