Week of Events
Wayang Bali (Indonesian Shadow Puppet Play)
Wayang Bali (Indonesian Shadow Puppet Play)
Presented in conjunction with the conference Rethinking the History of Indonesian Music, a conference made possible by the Henry Luce Foundation. Wayang Bali, the Balinese Shadow Play (which features a live gamelan accompaniment), is one of the most revered traditional art forms in the world. According to Balinese philosophy, a wayang performance is a symbol of the cosmos. The […]
Jack and the Beanstalk
Jack and the Beanstalk
Fee. Fi. Fo. Fum. We smell another wonderful fairytale brought to life! Jack And The Beanstalk is a splendid spin on the classic tale. Needing money to pay the yearly taxes, Jack's mother instructs him to sell their cow. True to form, Jack winds up with a bag full of magic beans in exchange for […]
Pamyua: Celebrating Indigenous Music
Pamyua: Celebrating Indigenous Music
Proud to represent Indigenous culture, the group believes unity is possible though music and dance. Members interpret Inuit traditions masterfully, with joy and sincerity.