Independence Day of a country is always celebrated in different ways. In Indonesia, people celebrate the Independence Day which fall on 17th of August by holding various events to entertain people. Climbing slippery pole to get prize at the top is a favorite event in almost all regions in Indonesia.

However, Rama group did not hold a climbing slippery pole in celebrating the Indonesian Independence Day. This company which has several hotels and also restaurant held a festival named Kuta Sidewalk Festival 2008 from 16th up to 18th August. In accordance with its name, this festival was held in the sidewalk of Kartika Street, Kuta.

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The history of establishment of wayang wong* began at about the beginning of 19^th century. At the time, the king of Klungkung, I Dewa Agung Sakti, ordered the establishment of dance group consisting of thirty six people, half which were to play the role of simian army of Rama, and the other half was act the role of Rahwana’s army giants. At the time of its establishment, the group members all wore masks which characterized their role as monkeys or as giant, in the performance. The clothing worn by the monkeys was made from plant fibres (prasok) to stimulate fur.

Wayang Wong performance on The Annual Bali Arts Festival 2006

This dance group depicted stories from the Ramayana dealing with the fight between the simian and giant armies. The performance was known as Barong Blasan or Barong Kedingkling. This Barong became very popular not only in the palace but also in the village especially when performed on the holiday. The performers in monkey masks and costume would enters the village and go from house to house, clowning and entertaining the people as they went, the villager donated some money, a coconut or other kitchen utensil. The simians would even climb the coconut trees and fetch the donation themselves. These performances were always greeted with great enthusiasm by the villagers for reason other than mere enjoyment and entertaining spectacle.

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Young Indian Culture Group, Inc - Sruti Youth Ensemble
29^th JUNE 2006, Ksirarnawa Stage 20.00 PM

Ramavana Dharma Saagara The Ocean of Dharma in the Ramayana

It is a unique compilation of Music, Dance and Storytelling, capturing the Ramayana tradition, which has an infinite appeal to people of all ages. This is a celebration of Valmiki Ramayana. We bring a small amount of water from its rich ocean of values and experiences. The Ramayana is tilled with compelling dialogues, addressing universal issues of love, sorrow, fear, adventure, anger, greed. We bring some of the famous episodes in the Ramayana to you and they bring Dharma alive.

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