C. Java to join dance fest

C. Java to join dance fest

SEMARANG: The province of Central Java is to represent
Indonesia in the World Folk Dance Festival to be held on the
Greek island of Lefkada from Aug. 17 to Aug. 21, an official said
here Friday.

The provincial art troupe's participation is a great honor for
Central Java, its executive coordinator, Uludjowo, said.

He said that on the first day, the group would stage the
Ardaninggar Kelaswara Dance, and on the second, the Topeng Panji
and the Ramayana ballet.

The group will also hold a separate performance featuring
renowned Indonesian keroncong singer, Waljinah. About 70
countries are expected to participate in the festival. (swe)