Wayang Babad

Director: Koko LF Kartiko
Artist: Ketut Klinik, Ketut Sudiana,  Sarsila, Seniman Grup Arja Printing Mas

This form of wayang kulit, originating from Bali in the 1980s, was popularized by puppeteer I Ketut Klinik from Sukawati. Using local content, wayang babad tells the story of Gajah Mada’s journey to Bali as his realization of his pact, known as the Palapa Pact, in his plan to take over Bali. The structure in which these performances are presented follows the pattern and construction of classical Parwa and Ramayana wayang performances, which consist of pemungkah (opening) pengundem (crucial encounter), angkat-angkatan (actions), pesiat (battle scenes) and the ending. This art combines romantic, funny, as well as serious stories. The accompanying is produced by Semara Pegulingan gamelan instruments.

Format: DVD
Duration: 23.42 mins
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