Balinale has Morphed from a Film Festival to a Cultural Event
This year’s Bali International Film Festival (Balinale), which will be held between 24-30 September, is expected to draw around 8,000 visitors taking in the best independent cinema from around 40 countries. Filmmaker and Anthropologist Dr. Lawrence Blair presents his documentary film "Bali, Island of the Dogs" at the Balinale. Photo courtesy of Balinale/NOW!JAKARTA Documentaries, shorts and
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Exhibit of Presidential Art Collection Salutes National Heroes
The exhibit of the Presidential Art collection this year focused on the celebration of the 73rd Anniversary of Indonesia’s Independence and the 18th Asian Games. Held at the National Gallery, the month long exhibition portrayed the nation’s struggles. the 1919 Bronze sculpture “Archer” by Zsiemond Kisfaludi Strobel was exhibited at Presidential collection Exhibit. Photo by
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The Japan Foundation, A Repository of Culture
The Japan Foundation was established in October, 1972 as a specialised, core agency responsible for Japanese international cultural exchange. Japan Foundation frequently invites Japanese artists to hold an exhibition in Jakarta. Photo courtesy of Japan Foundation/NOW!JAKARTA The agency was transformed into the independent administrative institution (under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) on 1
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Through Art, an Inextricable Link with Japan
In August the famous Ratna Sari Dewi, Sukarno’s fifth wife, stopped by the Indonesia Spirit of the World exhibition featuring the art collection of Indonesia’s Presidential palace to see Basoeki Abdullah’s Under the Moonlight painting. She posed for the painting over half a century ago, but seemed to recall vividly that she was dressed in
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World Press Photo Exhibition Depicts the World’s Tragedies and Hopes
Erasmus Huis Jakarta, in collaboration with Bentara Budaya Jakarta, hosts the "World Press Photo" Exhibition featuring works from photographers from around the world. The images capture the state of the world today in all its rawness, including the bloodshed, culture wars, and environmental issues. . Led by senior director of photography Magdalena Herrera, World Press
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Anymo Essential, The World’s Thinnest Guitar
In the crowded guitar market, Anymo Essential ultra thin guitars (only 8 mm) which have received a warm response at South by Southwest 2017 in the U.S., Salone del Mobile 2017 in Italy and Marche international du disque et de l’edition musicale 2018 in France— stand out for their unique features. Anymo Essential’s founder Raka
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This October, Ubud Writers and Readers Festival Celebrates its 15th Year
Southeast Asia’s leading festival of words and ideas, the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF), returns. The event this year will be held from 24-28 October. The Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) returns. The event this year will be held from 24-28 October. Photo courtesy of UWRF/NOW!JAKARTA It began in 2002 as part of the
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Commedia dell’arte Revisited in The Secret of Harlequin
Italian actor Enrico Bonavera recently presented an inspirational, thought-provoking performance I segreti di Arlecchino (The Secret of Harlequin) about the prominent character in Commedia dell’arte. Audiences at Goethe Haus Jakarta, were in complete awe of his portrayal of the character. Enrico Bonavera improvise comedy acts, usually based on audience’s reactions or a pre-established scenario. Photo
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Artbeat Hosts First Exhibit
A community of artists which came together two years ago have displayed their collective talents in a two-day exhibit in Esmod Jakarta’s Kemang outpost. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Artbeat, as the group—and event—are called is part of a multitalented line up of artists who have taught members different forms of art: Mixed media, cone work,
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Daniel Sahuleka had Reminiscing Live in Concert at THE 1O1 Jakarta Sedayu Darmawangsa
Legendary Indonesian-Dutch singer, Daniel Sahuleka was back to entertain his fans on intimate live concert. The concert which happened at THE 1O1 Jakarta Sedayu Darmawangsa Hotel, made a reminiscent moment of his musical career. Legendary Indonesian-Dutch singer, Daniel Sahuleka performed live at THE 1O1 Jakarta Sedayu Darmawangsa Hotel. Photo courtesy of THE 101 Sedayu/NOW!JAKARTA On
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A New Generation of Sketching Culture Emerges
For many years, sketching was seen as rapidly executed freehand drawing. As a means of recording ideas, sketches were—and are—a quick way of creating images. An exhibition at the National Gallery enlightened audiences on sketching culture as a recreation of the self. Now, sketching is considered a fun activity that involves a sense of emotional
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Understanding Indonesia, The Archipelagic Puzzle
Indonesia, the world’s biggest archipelagic nation, is not easily defined or understood. Its land stretches 5,245km from east to west, spanning more than 17,000 islands. It is home to 700 dialects, 300 ethnic groups, the largest Muslim population in the world and the fourth largest population in the world, with 270 million people. Yes, Indonesia
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Sigifredo Camacho’s Solo Exhibit Sheds Light on Ecuadorian Culture
Ecuadorian painter Sigifredo Camacho presents 20 of his paintings at his solo exhibit “Formas y Colores de la Luz” at Museum of Fine Arts and Ceramics, Kota Tua, Jakarta. His latest works features abstract paintings that demonstrate a living narrative using shapes and light. Solo exhibit “Formas y Colores de la Luz” by Ecuadorian painter Sigifredo Camacho