UID:
almahu_9949420015602882
Format:
1 online resource (1 volume)
ISBN:
9781003290957
,
1003290957
,
1000589692
,
9781000589733
,
1000589730
,
9781000589696
Content:
The ancient Indian epic poem Ramayana has been disseminated throughout large tracts of Southeast Asia since the 9th century. Versions of the epic poem have come to adopt and reflect the unique characteristics of the countries and regions where it has gained cultural currency. The epic has been a source of popular themes in both traditional and contemporary art forms, including literature, performing arts, fine arts, and films. This book showcases Ramayana theater as a platform where the multiple meanings and senses of values are negotiated. It focuses on the relationships between the cultural representation and the various meanings of Ramayana theater, as well as other dramatic art forms. Focusing on the various contemporary contexts of art performances where the epic poem has been represented, the book also presents the ideologies and moral values contained in the theatrical forms of the epic poem. It discusses various performance contexts, such as diaspora communities, production of popular content culture, cultural diplomacy, designation as intangible cultural heritage, transmission, tourism, and the representation/exhibition of culture, as well as the performance in rituals. It also includes works of three contemporary and inspiring artists: cross-gender dancer Didik Nini Thowok, animator as well as puppeteer Nanang Ananto Wicaksono, and composer Ken Steven.
Additional Edition:
Print version: FUKUOKA, MADOKA. RAMAYANA THEATER IN CONTEMPORARY SOUTHEAST ASIA. [Place of publication not identified] : JENNY STANFORD PUB, 2022 ISBN 9814968099
Language:
English
Keywords:
Criticism, interpretation, etc.
DOI:
10.1201/9781003290957
URL:
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781003290957
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