The Balinese concept of lulut, meaning to symbolise both love and joy, gives rise to the festival of Krulut. Central to their worldview is the notion that art isn't simply restricted to paintings or graceful dances; rather, it resides in anything capable of evoking pleasure. Tumpek Krulut, also known as Odalan Gong, beautifully encapsulates this understanding through a collective appreciation for music.
Consequently, this special occasion sees instruments, notably the sonorous gamelan orchestra, being blessed and honoured for their vital role in prayer, acts of worship, and the general enrichment of life.
Galungan and Kuningan constitute a ten-day Balinese Hindu celebration occurring every 210 days as dictated by the Saka calendar. During this auspicious time, it is believed that the heavens open, allowing Ida Sang Hyang Widi and the pantheon of gods to visit the world of mortals. To honour these divine visitors, elaborate rituals are performed, feasts are prepared, and intricate offerings adorn homes and temples, signifying devotion and celebration of their arrival.
Dalam Seniman Renon Gallery is officially opening with a collaboration featuring young artist Surya Subratha and his solo showcase, new season.
Curated by Ketut Nugraha Jati, this exhibition also marks the opening of Seniman Coffee Renon and Tektonik Record Denpasar, two creative ventures coming together under one roof.
From travel stories, travel guides and hotel vignettes to postcards, drawings, menus, brochures, posters and photos. The collections of Leiden University Libraries (UBL) hold many sources that provide insight into the development of tourism in the Dutch East Indies, present-day Indonesia, from 1870 to 1945. This online exhibition highlights the various aspects of tourism in ‘the East’, from experiences of tourists and people in the tourism industry to attractions and stereotypes.
An intimate open house celebrating the 2nd anniversary of Penerbit Partikular with friends and music by Itta Mukti, Gilang Propagila, Ario & Deni, and Xuxu Spinning.
SUN.CONTEMPORARY and SHELTER launched the Sungai Watch Charity Exhibition on 23 February 2025. This fundraiser unites 21 Balinese and international artists in a creative dialogue on sustainability. The exhibition also features a Sungai Watch installation illustrating environmental conservation and collective action. Online auctions of commissioned works by Ricky Lee Gordon and Ines Katamso will support Sungai Watch's mission to protect and restore Indonesia’s waterways, with 100% of proceeds donated.
Vortex of the Land of No Return, presented by Yeo Workshop, is Citra Sasmita’s first solo show in the US and develops the themes of her exhibition Into Eternal Land at London’s Barbican Centre.
To our friends in Malaysia, join us for the third Paras Open House which will be held in our publisher’s hometown, Kuala Lumpur, within the architectural backdrop of the city’s brutalist community centre, The Toffee.
MI-RENG convenes leading voices in the field—including Dewa Alit, Made Kartawan, Janu Janardhana, Septian Dwicahyo, and Arif B. Prasetyo—to inspire fresh perspectives on gamelan. The sessions navigate a spectrum of concepts, from foundational tuning principles to cutting-edge composition, while also plunging into the depths of sound and creativity in collaboration with accomplished artists, musicologists, and cultural experts.
Established in 2007, the annual Bali International Film Festival, widely known as Balinale, has earned international acclaim. Its reputation is built on a diverse and compelling program featuring independent fiction, documentaries, features, and short films that bring powerful stories from Indonesia and across the globe to the screen.
Beyond its cinematic showcase, Balinale distinguishes itself through dynamic professional forums that foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among filmmakers.
