 Javanese Ramayana Ballet in Prambanan temple | |
| Origin | Indonesia |
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The Ramayana Ballet (Indonesian: Sendratari Ramayana) is a visualization and representation of the epic Ramayana saga, originally written by Valmiki in the Sanskrit language, in a highly stylized dance artform. Ramayana Ballet performance combines music, dance and drama. It is usually performed without dialogue.[1]
Originated in India, Ramayana has become a fertile source of artistic inspirations, especially in Southeast Asian nations that have traditionally been greatly influenced by dharmic civilization. Ramayana ballet or dance drama can be found in several traditions in Asia, namely as Sendratari Ramayana in Indonesia (Java and Bali), Ramakien dance in Thailand, and Reamker dance in Cambodia.
- ^ "Long running Prambanan Ramayana Ballet wins PATA Gold Award 2012". Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, Republic of Indonesia. Archived from the original on 3 May 2014. Retrieved 3 May 2014.