Page 1 of Tag Betawi-culture - Index

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Calls grow for more Betawi lessons in Jakarta schools

Following the Jakarta city administration’s plan to ban the iconic ondel-ondel (giant Betawi effigy) buskers from streets, city council members and historians have called for deeper integration of Betawi culture into the school curriculum to ensure its continuity and relevance among the younger generation.

Jakarta 8 months ago

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Uncertain future hangs over ‘ondel-ondel’ buskers

Buskers might soon find themselves left on the streets without a means of earning an income if Jakarta's proposed ban on ondel-ondel comes to pass, though an expert has pointed out that the giant Betawi effigy is the very embodiment of "street art".

Jakarta 9 months ago

Jakarta to ban Betawi ‘ondel-ondel’ in busking

Jakarta plans to issue a regulation that bans the use of ondel-ondel in street busking as part of a broader effort to preserve the cultural integrity of the Betawi people, the city’s native inhabitants.

Style 1 year ago

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Betawi fashion: Portraying the melting pot of Java

On the runway at this year’s Betawi-themed Indonesia Fashion Week (IFW), models presented pieces inspired by the Chinese cheongsam, Dutch designs and colorful Betawi motifs.

Front Row 1 year ago

Sari Pacific Jakarta-BMW Eurokars collab celebrates Jakarta, Betawi culture

As the city prepares to celebrate its 497th anniversary on June 22, the Sari Pacific Jakarta, Autograph Collection will be marking the momentous occasion in collaboration with BMW Eurokars, enlivening the special day through simple initiatives and ideas that are expected to leave deep memories for everyone.