Bali Dance

Bali Dance Festival Schedule (Valid Until 31 Dec 2009)

The performance starts at : 20.00 - 21.00 pm

Monday : Kecak 
Kecak dance is very unique, there is no musical instrument used in this dance. The background music is coming from troupe of bare-chested male vocals serve the chorus making the sound of “chak-chak-chak” surrounding the dancers. 
Tuesday, Sunday : Legong

This beautiful performing art is inspired by the dancing angels.
In early 19th century, a prince in Sukawati was in coma caused by his illness. In his coma he saw nymphs dancing delicate dances in grace accompanied by beautiful sound of music. Later after his health revival, together with some artist of the village he transformed this dance into reality. 
Wenesday & Saturday : Ramayana

Bharata, the third son of King Dasaratha was Crowned as King of Ayodhia to fulfill his fathers wish. Rama the eldest son and the crown prince, left his father’s palace followed by his wife Shinta and his younger brother Laksamana to the Forest. Rahwana, the King of Alengka intend to kidnap Shinta, he ordered his Prime Minister Maricha to transform himself as a golden deer to allure Shinta. With this trick, Rahwana succeeded to kidnap Shinta and brought her to his Kingdom. 
Friday : Jegog

Jegog is unique musical orchestra from Jembrana – West Bali. The instruments are made from Bamboo creating very loud and fast rhythm. Jegog is also used to accompany dances.
All Jegog ensembles are from Jembrana with exception of one in Japan and one in United States of America. 
Thursday : Nusantara Dance

Angklung is a traditional Sundanese bamboo musical instruments, it is made up of several bamboo pipes and can produce various melodic sound. To play, you don’t have to hit it. All you have to is to shake it with your hand to produce the tone. Here you will see the traditional Sundanese bamboo musical concert that is performed by a small group.  See their dynamic performance and natural expression.