BWW Previews: Morgan Oey and Lea Simanjuntak to Play Link Larkin and Velma Von Tussle on TEMAN's HAIRSPRAY
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 27, 2019
TEMAN (Teater Musikal Nusantara) is bringing HAIRSPRAY to CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR theater, Jakarta, on 21-22 December. TEMAN is teaming up with renowned local and international actors, including Morgan Oey and Lea Simanjuntak. Morgan and Lea shared their thoughts on Hairspray at a press conference last Thursday.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 27, 2019
TEMAN (Teater Musikal Nusantara) is bringing HAIRSPRAY to CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR theater, Jakarta, on 21-22 December. TEMAN is teaming up with renowned local and international actors, including Morgan Oey and Lea Simanjuntak. Morgan and Lea shared their thoughts on Hairspray at a press conference last Thursday.
BWW Previews: TEMAN to Bring the Big and Beautiful HAIRSPRAY to Jakarta with Morgan Oey, Lea Simanjuntak, And More
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 26, 2019
After their impressive debut with INTO THE WOODS last year, musical company TEMAN (Teater Musikal Nusantara) announces their 2019 show: HAIRSPRAY. As fitting of the musical's bombastic reputation, TEMAN is going bigger and glitzier. The show will take place in the grand 1.157-seater CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR theatre and feature a celebrity heartthrob.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 26, 2019
After their impressive debut with INTO THE WOODS last year, musical company TEMAN (Teater Musikal Nusantara) announces their 2019 show: HAIRSPRAY. As fitting of the musical's bombastic reputation, TEMAN is going bigger and glitzier. The show will take place in the grand 1.157-seater CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR theatre and feature a celebrity heartthrob.
BWW Review: JAKSICAL Reached for New Heights at JOURNEY THROUGH TIME 3: A MUSICAL EXPEDITION Concert
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 19, 2019
For their third annual concert, JAKSICAL went for a more intimate show with a handful of singers alongside a team of musicians, wrapped in a charming theme of globetrotting. The resulting exploration of beloved show tunes in JOURNEY THROUGH TIME 3: A MUSICAL EXPEDITION (JTT3) was a worthy addition to the community's growing accomplishments.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 19, 2019
For their third annual concert, JAKSICAL went for a more intimate show with a handful of singers alongside a team of musicians, wrapped in a charming theme of globetrotting. The resulting exploration of beloved show tunes in JOURNEY THROUGH TIME 3: A MUSICAL EXPEDITION (JTT3) was a worthy addition to the community's growing accomplishments.
BWW Previews: D'ARTBEAT to Debut Original Musical PERON at GRAHA BHAKTI BUDAYA This Weekend
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 09, 2019
Performing art community D'ARTBEAT will debut original musical PERON ('TRAIN PLATFORM') at the GRAHA BHAKTI BUDAYA theater, Cikini, Jakarta on October 12 and 13. The musical will run for three shows.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 09, 2019
Performing art community D'ARTBEAT will debut original musical PERON ('TRAIN PLATFORM') at the GRAHA BHAKTI BUDAYA theater, Cikini, Jakarta on October 12 and 13. The musical will run for three shows.
BWW Review: TEATER KELILING's THE GREAT RAHWANA Finds Its Own Greatness
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 02, 2019
Despite its title, TEATER KELILING's THE GREAT RAHWANA focuses more on razzle-dazzle moments than consistently developing the titular character's duality. Yet the resulting extravaganza offers its own greatness.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - October 02, 2019
Despite its title, TEATER KELILING's THE GREAT RAHWANA focuses more on razzle-dazzle moments than consistently developing the titular character's duality. Yet the resulting extravaganza offers its own greatness.
BWW Review: RELASI NADA DUNIA's Debut INTO THE WOODS JR. Hits Big
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 23, 2019
Stephen Sondheim's musical INTO THE WOODS JR. came to USMAR ISMAIL HALL, Jakarta, on August 25th, 2019. This production by RELASI NADA DUNIA (RND) featured child and teen musical actors from the greater Jakarta area in a fun fairy tale mishmash that rivals productions with adult performers.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 23, 2019
Stephen Sondheim's musical INTO THE WOODS JR. came to USMAR ISMAIL HALL, Jakarta, on August 25th, 2019. This production by RELASI NADA DUNIA (RND) featured child and teen musical actors from the greater Jakarta area in a fun fairy tale mishmash that rivals productions with adult performers.
BWW Previews: TEATER KELILING to Perform the Legend of THE GREAT RAHWANA on September 21-22 at CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 17, 2019
TEATER KELILING, in association with event organizer KREASI IMAJI MAHESA, will present the stage musical THE GREAT RAHWANA. Based on the Indian legend of Ramayana (which has been ingrained into Javanese folklore for hundreds of years), this reexamination of the timeless narrative will take stage on September 21st and 22nd at the CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR theater, Jakarta.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 17, 2019
TEATER KELILING, in association with event organizer KREASI IMAJI MAHESA, will present the stage musical THE GREAT RAHWANA. Based on the Indian legend of Ramayana (which has been ingrained into Javanese folklore for hundreds of years), this reexamination of the timeless narrative will take stage on September 21st and 22nd at the CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR theater, Jakarta.
Passport to Broadway's AMY WEINSTEIN on the Past and Future of INDONESIA MENUJU BROADWAY
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 12, 2019
Amy Weinstein, Artistic Director of Passport to Broadway International, reflects on the INDONESIA MENUJU BROADWAY program and what made Indonesians special among other international musical theatre students. Furthermore, she also shares what's in the future for local Broadway hopefuls.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 12, 2019
Amy Weinstein, Artistic Director of Passport to Broadway International, reflects on the INDONESIA MENUJU BROADWAY program and what made Indonesians special among other international musical theatre students. Furthermore, she also shares what's in the future for local Broadway hopefuls.
BWW Review: SPOTLIGHT THEATRE's Blends the Traditional and Modern Brilliantly in KIRANA
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 09, 2019
Society expects people to conform to its norms to be accepted. Those who can't will be cast aside and forgotten, with their dreams left broken. But is it worth it losing one's true self to pursue one's ambition? SPOTLIGHT THEATRE explores the issue of identity and dreams in their original musical KIRANA, which ran for three shows on August 23-25 2019 at the Gedung Kesenian Jakarta.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 09, 2019
Society expects people to conform to its norms to be accepted. Those who can't will be cast aside and forgotten, with their dreams left broken. But is it worth it losing one's true self to pursue one's ambition? SPOTLIGHT THEATRE explores the issue of identity and dreams in their original musical KIRANA, which ran for three shows on August 23-25 2019 at the Gedung Kesenian Jakarta.
BWW Previews: Embark on A Musical Journey with JAKSICAL's JOURNEY THROUGH TIME 3 Concert
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 07, 2019
Musical community JAKSICAL is back with their annual concert featuring songs from both Broadway classics and today's biggest hits. JOURNEY THROUGH TIME 3: A MUSICAL EXPEDITION (JTT3) will run for two shows on October 5th, 2019, at ICE PALACE, Lotte Shopping Avenue Kuningan, Jakarta.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 07, 2019
Musical community JAKSICAL is back with their annual concert featuring songs from both Broadway classics and today's biggest hits. JOURNEY THROUGH TIME 3: A MUSICAL EXPEDITION (JTT3) will run for two shows on October 5th, 2019, at ICE PALACE, Lotte Shopping Avenue Kuningan, Jakarta.
BWW Previews: JAKARTA PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY to Bring Sondheim's COMPANY to Jakarta This Year
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 31, 2019
Community theater Jakarta Performing Arts Community (JPAC) will bring Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's musical comedy COMPANY to Indonesia later this year. The MTI-licensed show will run on November 29th through December 1st at Teater Salihara, Jakarta.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 31, 2019
Community theater Jakarta Performing Arts Community (JPAC) will bring Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's musical comedy COMPANY to Indonesia later this year. The MTI-licensed show will run on November 29th through December 1st at Teater Salihara, Jakarta.
BWW Review: Indonesia's Triple Threats Share the Stage in WHAT I DID FOR LOVE by Bakti Budaya Djarum Foundation
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 31, 2019
Visiting the Great White Way is any musical theatre lover's dream. Last July, that dream came true for 13 winners of Indonesia Menuju Broadway (IMB) as they attended musical theatre workshop on Broadway. Now they return to perform WHAT I DID FOR LOVE, a musical showcase featuring Broadway hits.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 31, 2019
Visiting the Great White Way is any musical theatre lover's dream. Last July, that dream came true for 13 winners of Indonesia Menuju Broadway (IMB) as they attended musical theatre workshop on Broadway. Now they return to perform WHAT I DID FOR LOVE, a musical showcase featuring Broadway hits.
BWW Review: KELOMPOK POJOK's PADA SUATU HARI is Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 30, 2019
It has been 14 years since poet and playwright Arifin C. Noer's passing, leaving behind a trove of cinematic and stage classics. One of those, the stage play PADA SUATU HARI is still relevant, if not even more so. KELOMPOK POJOK theatre must have thought the same as they walked on stage on August 16th. Their contemporary interpretation was adept and enjoyable.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 30, 2019
It has been 14 years since poet and playwright Arifin C. Noer's passing, leaving behind a trove of cinematic and stage classics. One of those, the stage play PADA SUATU HARI is still relevant, if not even more so. KELOMPOK POJOK theatre must have thought the same as they walked on stage on August 16th. Their contemporary interpretation was adept and enjoyable.
BWW Previews: RELASI NADA DUNIA to Perform INTO THE WOODS JR. at USMAR ISMAIL THEATRE HALL
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 23, 2019
Junior version of Sondheim classic's musical, INTO THE WOODS JR., will come to life on August 25th, 2019, at the USMAR ISMAIL THEATRE HALL, Jakarta. This production is arranged by RELASI NADA DUNIA (RND), a company offering training and education in the subject of performing arts. INTO THE WOODS JR. will be their inaugural public musical theatre performance.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 23, 2019
Junior version of Sondheim classic's musical, INTO THE WOODS JR., will come to life on August 25th, 2019, at the USMAR ISMAIL THEATRE HALL, Jakarta. This production is arranged by RELASI NADA DUNIA (RND), a company offering training and education in the subject of performing arts. INTO THE WOODS JR. will be their inaugural public musical theatre performance.
BWW Review: JYPA's Take on NEXT TO NORMAL is Brave and Endearing
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 23, 2019
Pulitzer winning rock musical NEXT TO NORMAL is not the most obvious show to bring to Jakarta, much less by young actors still in school or college age. But despite the idiosyncrasy, musical community JAKARTA YOUTH FOR PERFORMING ARTS (JYPA) together with suicide prevention community INTO THE LIGHT tackled the challenge to highlight the issue of mental health awareness a?" by rocking out the stage.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 23, 2019
Pulitzer winning rock musical NEXT TO NORMAL is not the most obvious show to bring to Jakarta, much less by young actors still in school or college age. But despite the idiosyncrasy, musical community JAKARTA YOUTH FOR PERFORMING ARTS (JYPA) together with suicide prevention community INTO THE LIGHT tackled the challenge to highlight the issue of mental health awareness a?" by rocking out the stage.
BWW Previews: Upstart Musical Community JYPA to Bring NEXT TO NORMAL on August 20th
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 19, 2019
NEXT TO NORMAL, the award-winning rock musical about a suburban family dealing with mental health illness, will be performed at the USMAR ISMAIL THEATRE HALL, Jakarta on Tuesday, August 20th 2019. This musical is produced by JAKARTA YOUTH FOR PERFORMING ARTS (JYPA) and officially licensed through Music Theatre International (MTI). JYPA is also collaborating with mental health and suicide prevention community INTO THE LIGHT.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 19, 2019
NEXT TO NORMAL, the award-winning rock musical about a suburban family dealing with mental health illness, will be performed at the USMAR ISMAIL THEATRE HALL, Jakarta on Tuesday, August 20th 2019. This musical is produced by JAKARTA YOUTH FOR PERFORMING ARTS (JYPA) and officially licensed through Music Theatre International (MTI). JYPA is also collaborating with mental health and suicide prevention community INTO THE LIGHT.
BWW Review: KINTSUGI's Beautiful Yet Shocking Portrayal of An Abusive Relationship Impresses
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 15, 2019
On May 23rd, a new contemporary ballet show, KINTSUGI, ran for one show only at Teater Kecil, Jakarta. It is the brainchild of dancer Elhaq Latief under the banner of ELHAQ LATIEF PRODUCTION and tells the story of a romance that devolves into an abusive relationship. The show is followed with a discussion session with National Commission on Violence Against Women, Komnas Perempuan, and abuse survivor advocacy foundation, Yayasan Pulih.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 15, 2019
On May 23rd, a new contemporary ballet show, KINTSUGI, ran for one show only at Teater Kecil, Jakarta. It is the brainchild of dancer Elhaq Latief under the banner of ELHAQ LATIEF PRODUCTION and tells the story of a romance that devolves into an abusive relationship. The show is followed with a discussion session with National Commission on Violence Against Women, Komnas Perempuan, and abuse survivor advocacy foundation, Yayasan Pulih.
BWW Previews: SPOTLIGHT THEATRE Returns to Stage with the Cultural Musical KIRANA This August
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 07, 2019
SPOTLIGHT THEATRE will bring an original Indonesian musical this August. Titled KIRANA: JADILAH IMPIAN SEJATIMU ('KIRANA: Be Your True Dream'), the production will run for three showtimes through August 23rd-25th at GEDUNG KESENIAN JAKARTA.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 07, 2019
SPOTLIGHT THEATRE will bring an original Indonesian musical this August. Titled KIRANA: JADILAH IMPIAN SEJATIMU ('KIRANA: Be Your True Dream'), the production will run for three showtimes through August 23rd-25th at GEDUNG KESENIAN JAKARTA.
BWW Previews: KELOMPOK POJOK to Perform Arifin C. Noer's PADA SUATU HARI on August 16th
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 06, 2019
South Jakarta-based KELOMPOK POJOK will perform PADA SUATU HARI ('ONE DAY') on Friday, August 16th, 2019 at the Gelanggang Remaja Jakarta Selatan Bulungan auditorium. The show is part of South Jakarta Theater Festival 2019.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 06, 2019
South Jakarta-based KELOMPOK POJOK will perform PADA SUATU HARI ('ONE DAY') on Friday, August 16th, 2019 at the Gelanggang Remaja Jakarta Selatan Bulungan auditorium. The show is part of South Jakarta Theater Festival 2019.
BWW Review: Witness the Show Choir Talents of Indonesia at JKT MOVE IN's JAKARTA SHOW OFF
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 02, 2019
In May of 2009, a little new Fox series called Glee aired for the first time. It exposed theatrically-inclined Indonesian youths to the highly energetic and often drama-prone art of show choir. A decade later, JKT MOVEMENT OF INSPIRATION (JKTMoveIn) held their inaugural competition JAKARTA SHOW OFF, in which bands, dance groups, and show choirs showcase the hidden talents of Jakarta and beyond.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - August 02, 2019
In May of 2009, a little new Fox series called Glee aired for the first time. It exposed theatrically-inclined Indonesian youths to the highly energetic and often drama-prone art of show choir. A decade later, JKT MOVEMENT OF INSPIRATION (JKTMoveIn) held their inaugural competition JAKARTA SHOW OFF, in which bands, dance groups, and show choirs showcase the hidden talents of Jakarta and beyond.
BWW Previews: LSPR PAC 20-2B to Bring SIDE SHOW to AMANI PALLADIUM THEATRE
by Rakaputra Paputungan - July 17, 2019
The students of London School of Performing Arts' Performing Arts Communication major of batch 20, class 2B (hence LSPR PAC 20-2B) will bring the musical SIDE SHOW on August 8th and 9th, 2019, at the AMANI PALLADIUM THEATRE, Bekasi. This musical is part of the 12th LSPR PAC FEST where LSPR PAC students will produce and perform a variety of shows.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - July 17, 2019
The students of London School of Performing Arts' Performing Arts Communication major of batch 20, class 2B (hence LSPR PAC 20-2B) will bring the musical SIDE SHOW on August 8th and 9th, 2019, at the AMANI PALLADIUM THEATRE, Bekasi. This musical is part of the 12th LSPR PAC FEST where LSPR PAC students will produce and perform a variety of shows.
BWW Previews: Activism Play Reading HEAR US OUT at RUANG KOMUNAL INDONESIA
by Rakaputra Paputungan - July 11, 2019
Theatre community JAKARTA PLAYERS and social justice organization 100% MANUSIA will collaborate in HEAR US OUT, a play reading and panel discussion about mental health, social inclusion, and sexual abuse. The event will take place on Wednesday, 27 July, from 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM at Ruang Komunal Indonesia, One Pacific Place, Jakarta.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - July 11, 2019
Theatre community JAKARTA PLAYERS and social justice organization 100% MANUSIA will collaborate in HEAR US OUT, a play reading and panel discussion about mental health, social inclusion, and sexual abuse. The event will take place on Wednesday, 27 July, from 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM at Ruang Komunal Indonesia, One Pacific Place, Jakarta.
BWW Previews: JKTMOVEIN's Search for Next Performing Arts Stars at JAKARTA SHOW OFF
by Rakaputra Paputungan - June 27, 2019
Performing arts company JKT MOVEMENT OF INSPIRATION (JKTMoveIn) will hold the competition JAKARTA SHOW OFF, on Saturday, July 13th, 2019, at CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR, Jakarta. Finalists from band, dance, and show choir categories will compete for monetary prizes totaling IDR 80.000.000 as well as a featured role in JKTMoveIn's upcoming production.
by Rakaputra Paputungan - June 27, 2019
Performing arts company JKT MOVEMENT OF INSPIRATION (JKTMoveIn) will hold the competition JAKARTA SHOW OFF, on Saturday, July 13th, 2019, at CIPUTRA ARTPRENEUR, Jakarta. Finalists from band, dance, and show choir categories will compete for monetary prizes totaling IDR 80.000.000 as well as a featured role in JKTMoveIn's upcoming production.
Travis Added To We The Fest Lineup
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 26, 2019
In a surprise move that will sure to wow ticket-holders, Indonesia's We The Fest have announced that rock and roll hall-of-famers Travis, will be making a rare performance at this year's festival.
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 26, 2019
In a surprise move that will sure to wow ticket-holders, Indonesia's We The Fest have announced that rock and roll hall-of-famers Travis, will be making a rare performance at this year's festival.
I LA GALIGO to Play at Ciputra Artpreneur Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
I La Galigo will play at Ciputra Artptreneur Theater July 3-7, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
I La Galigo will play at Ciputra Artptreneur Theater July 3-7, 2019.
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