Betawi Historian Quits Jakarta Biennale 2026
Betawi historian Chairil Gibran Ramadhan withdraws from the Jakarta Biennale 2026, citing a lack of respect and support for his extensive research on the legendary composer Ismail Marzuki.
Dongker Translates Musical Anger Into Action Game
Indonesian indie punk rock band Dongker collaborates with Inner Sight Games to adapt their radical music into a satirical action video game, bringing their social critique to interactive life.
Netherlands Returns Thirty Thousand Artifacts to Indonesia
The Netherlands officially agrees to repatriate over 30.000 cultural artifacts and 427 human remains back to Indonesia in a historic move for cultural justice.
Teater Tanah Air Wins 4 Awards at Spain Festival 2026
JAKARTA – Indonesian theater group Teater Tanah Air brought pride to their country on the international stage. The group won four major awards at the 10th International Children’s Theater Festival. The Future for Kids 2026 festival took place in Valencia, Spain, from October 5 to October 8, 2026. Teater Tanah Continue Reading
9 Indonesian Guitar Gods Open Guns N’ Roses Jakarta
Nine legendary Indonesian guitarists will unite to open the Guns N’ Roses World Tour at Indonesia Arena, celebrating the nation’s rich rock music history.
Galeri Nasional Closes for 2027 Reopening
The Galeri Nasional Indonesia has temporarily closed its doors to undergo a major revitalization project. Featuring expanded exhibition spaces and permanent displays of iconic state and presidential art collections, the museum will reopen to the public in 2027.
J+Art Awards 2026: Winners Announced in Jakarta
JAKARTA – The Connected Art Platform (CAP) recently announced the winners of the J+Art Awards 2026 at RUCI Art Space in Jakarta. This annual program celebrated selected artworks under the central theme of MIRAGE. Furthermore, the organizer brought together artists, innovators, collectors, media partners, and art lovers in one vibrant Continue Reading
