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By Janayu Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$58 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Traditional Javanese dance drama in Surakarta
    • Stories from ancient epics in traditional Javanese interpretation
    • Live gamelan music with expressive performances
    • Rich costumes and detailed traditional makeup
    • Humour and local wisdom from Punakawan characters

Activity location

    • Surakarta
    • Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Surakarta
    • Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia

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Surakarta: Traditional Wayang Orang Show

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • Bahasa Indonesia
Language options: Bahasa Indonesia
Starting time: 6:15 PM
Price details
AU$57.88 x 1 AdultAU$57.88
Total
Price is AU$57.88

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Show Ticket
  • Inclusions
    Private Pick up and Drop off
  • Inclusions
    Parking Fees
  • Exclusions
    Personal Expenses

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Smoking
    • Not suitable for: Children under 5 years

What you can expect

  • Experience the beauty of traditional Javanese performing arts through the legendary Wayang Orang Sriwedari show in Surakarta. Held regularly at the Wayang Orang Sriwedari Theatre within the Taman Sriwedari complex, this performance is a living cultural heritage that has been preserved since 1911.

    Wayang Orang Sriwedari presents a unique form of traditional theatre, where human performers portray iconic wayang characters with detailed makeup and elaborate costumes, closely resembling their original figures. Each show combines elements of drama, classical dance, and live gamelan music into a captivating and harmonious performance.

    The stories are drawn from the great epics of the Mahabharata and Ramayana, enriched by the presence of Punakawan characters who bring humour and local wisdom, making the performance both engaging and accessible to all audiences.

    Don’t miss this cultural experience during your visit to Solo—an unforgettable performance that entertains while deepening your appreciation of Javanese heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    • Surakarta
    • Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Surakarta
    • Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia