BWW Feature: Remembering Stephen Sondheim and His Legacy in IndonesiaNovember 27, 2021On November 26, musical theatre icon Stephen Sondheim passed away. His musical career, spanning more than five decades, has enthralled and inspired thespians, writers, and fans from all over the world. As a tribute to the maestro, let's look back at Indonesian productions of his works, more than 10,000 miles away from his birthplace.
BWW Review: New Horror Musical IBU Delivers Frights and a Mother Lode of DramaNovember 5, 2021As Halloween season is wrapping up and some spookiness lingers still, Indonesia Kaya introduces a brand new horror musical titled IBU for those still looking to be delighted and frightened. The 45-minute musical film stars Andrea Miranda, Morgan Oey, Nino Prabowo, Sita Nursanti, and Chandra Satria.
So Long, Farewell: Indonesian Theatre Communities & Companies 2020 Wrap-UpJanuary 11, 2021The year 2021 is here, bringing a new, though cautious, hope after the arduous 2020 which saw a global pandemic putting a stop to most performing arts activities. We caught up with several Indonesian musical communities and companies as they looked back at the previous year and shared their plans for 2021.
BWW Review: BAWANG MERAH BAWANG PUTIH at INDONESIA KAYAAugust 27, 2020The penultimate episode of #MusikalDiRumahAja, Bawang Merah Bawang Putih, has been broadcast. With a quirky and distinctive art director, the episode is visually interesting and has an intriguing narrative take, although it might not appeal to everyone.
BWW Review: #MusikalDiRumahAja's SANGKURIANG at INDONESIA KAYAAugust 26, 2020Sangkuriang, the fourth episode of web musical series #MusikalDiRumahAja had arrived. The Tanta Ginting-led episode had exemplary cinematography and vocal prowess, yet the storytelling did not flow as beautifully and effortlessly as the leadsa?? vocals.