Indonesian Theater Debut at Venice Biennale 2026
JAKARTA – Indonesia achieves a new milestone in the international performing arts world this year. Two Indonesian theater productions will perform at the 54th International Theater Festival of the Venice Biennale. This festival runs from June 7 to June 21, 2026. Bumi Purnati Indonesia, an independent producer, brings these cultural Continue Reading
MAR Musical 2026: A Tribute to Ismail Marzuki in Jakarta
The spectacular MAR musical returns to Ciputra Artpreneur this May, blending historical drama with fresh jazz arrangements of Ismail Marzuki’s timeless classics.
JICAF 2026: Indonesia’s Premier Creative Arts Fair Returns
JICAF 2026 introduces a prestigious Board of Curators, featuring stars like Sherina Munaf and Dimas Djayadiningrat, to showcase the best of Indonesian illustration and creative arts.
Indonesian Film Board BPI Reveals New 2026-2030 Leadership
JAKARTA – Badan Perfilman Indonesia / BPI (The Indonesian Film Board) officially introduces its new board members for the 2026–2030 period. This announcement marks a significant step during the post-pandemic recovery of the national film industry. General Chairman Fauzan Zidni identifies human resource development as his primary mission. He plans Continue Reading
Art Jakarta Gardens 2026: A Modern Outdoor Sculpture Fair
JAKARTA – Art Jakarta Gardens returns to the Hutan Kota Plataran from May 5 to May 10, 2026. This year, the exhibition displays a stunning collection of sculptures in the middle of Jakarta’s central business district. Artistic Director Enin Supriyanto confirms that 26 art galleries will join the event this Continue Reading
The Return of the Rails: Reviving Jakarta’s Kota Tua Tram
Deputy Governor Rano Karno plans to revive Jakarta’s historic tram system in Kota Tua, combining eco-friendly transportation with a nostalgic tribute to the city’s heritage.
Record Store Day Yogyakarta 2026: Physical Music Returns
YOGYAKARTA – The annual celebration of Record Store Day returns to Yogyakarta on April 25-26, 2026. This event takes place at XT Square as part of a global movement to support physical music stores. While digital platforms dominate the modern era, this festival focuses on the survival of vinyl records, Continue Reading
