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

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

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.
Deconstructing Nicholas Saputra
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Deconstructing Nicholas Saputra

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.
Joko Anwar's Leap of Faith
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Joko Anwar's Leap of Faith

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.
Immersive Artistry: Exploring architecture and art with Bunga Yuridespita
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Immersive Artistry: Exploring architecture and art with Bunga Yuridespita

“Common Sanctum” at the Salihara Art Center is an immersive and delightful sophomore exhibit from the architect-turned-artist.
‘It becomes a part of life’: a dance with Siti Alisa and Josh Marcy
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‘It becomes a part of life’: a dance with Siti Alisa and Josh Marcy

‘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