Klana Topeng: Classical Mask Dance from Yogyakarta, Java

Subtitle

Classical mask dance from Yogyakarta, Java

Synopsis

Klana Topeng, the love dance of the proud King Klono, is one of the classical Javanese solo dances. It derives from the Wayang Kulit, the original large mask-play developed in Central Java. The Wayang Kulit is a shadow play with flat leather puppets, which bears a close relationship to Klana Topeng in its body postures and poses, and in its costumes and accessories. It is still very popular today. In the past the dance was part of a large mask-play known throughout Central Java at the princely courts and also among the people. Today it is a theatre dance in its own right, and it has an important place in the present-day classical dance repertoire. The film analyses a number of characteristic poses and movements, after which the complete Klana Topeng is shown.

Language

English

Country

Netherlands

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 23 min.

Year of production

1978

Availability

Sale

Subjects

Dance

Keywords

dance; Indonesia; Java; mask plays; puppet theatre; shadow puppets

Production Company

Name

SFW

Address

The Netherlands

Notes

Foundation for Film and Science

Distributor

Name

MeMO nv

Phone

(010 31) +30 736400

Fax

(010 31) +30 734774

Address

Postbus 9822
3506 GV Utrecht
The Netherlands

Notes

PAL standard for UK use