Indonesia Day: Celebration of Gamelan Music, Dance & Culture

Celebrate 50 years of Indonesian Gamelan in Aotearoa with performances and dance from Gamelan Wellington and guest artists from across New Zealand and Indonesia.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Indonesian arts at this Free event at Te Papa. Perfect for the whole family!

Sunday, 6th October, 11am-3pm in the Rongomaraeroa Marae and Toi Art Wedge on Level 4, that will transform into a vibrant cultural hub, pulsing with Indonesia's mesmerizing sounds and sights.

Witness the magic unfold as Gamelan Wellington's ensembles, joined by talented Dunedin, Christchurch, and Auckland performers, fill the air with the hypnotic melodies of Javanese and Balinese gamelan.

Be captivated by the graceful movements of young dancers from Indonesia, their performances, and traditional costumes brought to life by live, traditional music.

Feast your eyes on a stunning display of exquisite Indonesian batik fabrics, their intricate patterns telling stories of ancient traditions. Marvel at the antique instruments from the very first gamelan to reach Aotearoa's shores in 1974, each piece a testament to half a century of cultural exchange.

This extraordinary event brings together:

- The soul-stirring sounds of Gamelan Wellington's Javanese Padhang Moncar and Balinese Taniwha Jaya
- Dunedin's Puspawarna Gamelan, masters of Javanese rhythms
- Christchurch's Udgita Canda, showcasing the vibrant Balinese gamelan
- Auckland's Sanggar Pertiwi, with their mesmerizing Indonesian dance
- The talented youth of SMAT Krida Nusantara School, bringing the spirit of Bandung, Indonesia
- Interactive angklung sessions led by Budi Putra - your chance to be part of the music!

Don't miss this unique collaboration between the Embassy of Indonesia, Gamelan Wellington, the New Zealand School of Music, and Te Papa. It's more than a celebration - it's a journey through time, culture, and harmony.

Join us at Te Papa Museum and let the rhythms of Indonesia transport you to a world of wonder and artistic brilliance!