Roro Jonggrang: Reincarnation of Love
A New Dance Drama by Ramayana Ballet Purawisata – Yogyakarta’s Legendary Cultural Theater
From the team behind the iconic Ramayana Ballet Purawisata—Indonesia’s longest-running cultural performance with a 48-year legacy and MURI record—comes an all-new creation: “Re-Inkarnasi Cinta Roro Jonggrang” (Roro Jonggrang: Reincarnation of Love).
This mesmerizing Javanese dance-drama brings a different legend to life—one deeply tied to Prambanan Temple and the mysterious Durga statue inside it. Crafted with the same high artistic standards and accompanied by a live gamelan orchestra, this new show is a must-see cultural experience for both first-time visitors and returning fans of Javanese performing arts.
The Story – Between Love and Vengeance
The performance tells the powerful tale of Roro Jonggrang, a princess forced into a fateful agreement with Bandung Bondowoso, the man who conquered her kingdom. To avoid marriage, she demands he build a thousand temples in one night. When he nearly succeeds, she intervenes—and is cursed, turning her into stone.
What sets this retelling apart is its emotional depth: a focus on the conflict between love and betrayal, and how even in vengeance, love may still live on—waiting to be reborn.
What You’ll Experience
* A fully original dance-drama, created and staged by the acclaimed Ramayana Ballet Purawisata team
* Elegant choreography, intricate costumes, and expressive storytelling rooted in Javanese classical dance
* Live gamelan orchestra, played on traditional instruments by seasoned musicians
* Performed in a semi open-air amphitheater, surrounded by lush gardens and Joglo-style architecture
* Convenient location near Malioboro, within the Mandira Baruga cultural complex—home to Tasneem Hotel and Smarak Event Hall
Why Watch This Performance
* A fresh cultural offering – A new legend, new music, and new choreography from an award-winning dance company
* Myth meets travel – Makes your trip to Prambanan more immersive and meaningful
* Authentic and intimate – Performed by trained artists using real Javanese techniques, in a setting designed for connection
* Produced by a MURI record-holding theater – The same cultural institution behind Indonesia’s most celebrated Ramayana Ballet
Enhance Your Experience with a Javanese Royal Buffet Dinner
Make your night even more special with an authentic Javanese royal dinner before the performance.
• Enjoy a 100% halal-certified buffet, featuring local Indonesian dishes.
• Dine in an elegant Joglo-style setting with live gamelan music.
• Upgrade your experience by reserving a dinner + show package.
