The Conversations About Indonesian Culture

Ketoprak

Ani         : What is Ketropak ?

Budi       : It is an offshoot of Wayang Wong as the modern popular Javanese play.

Ani         : Does it take stories from the Ramayana ?

Budi       :  It takes its stories from popular legends and history

Ani         : How is it played?

Budi       : Accompanied by gamelan music and simple dialoque.

Ani         : Where can we see the performances?

Budi       : At the Bharata Theatre in Jakarta.

Ani         : Everyday?

Budi       : Every Monday and Thursday evening, beginning at eight

  

Ketoprak 

Karapan Sapi

Ani         : Tell me about Bull Races.

Budi       : It is a popular sport in Madura.

Ani         : When is it held?

Budi       : At least twice a month at Bangkalan.

Ani         : How far is it from Ssurabaya?

Budi       : About half an hour by ferry

Ani         : Bull racing is a great event, isn’t it?

Budi       : Yes, especially the annual races for the island’s championship

Ani         : When are they held?

Budi       : After the harvest time in August, September, and October.

Karapan Sapi