Spectacular show on 'SCTV'

JAKARTA (JP): A spectacular show, called Gelar Terima Kasih which features a mixture of traditional and modern art forms, will be the highlight of the private-owned TV station SCTV's fifth anniversary on Aug. 27.

The show, which will present Elfa Seciora's Big Bands, singers Harvey Malaiholo and Ruth Sahanaya as well as hundreds of singers and dancers, including some from South Korea and India, will be broadcast live from 7:30 p.m.

Franki Raden, director of the show, said the program will be divided into five parts: Gelegar Surya Citra, Elfa Seciora Big Band, Ritual Feast, Red and White Symphony, and Moments of Magic.

The Red and White Symphony is a multimedia opera to be performed by 160 dancers and is divided into three sections: pre- Indonesia, revolution era, and contemporary era. It will also include pantomimes, acrobats, and an orchestra. The director of the opera is Alex Komang. (raw)