Traditional drama Lengser at TIM

Traditional drama Lengser at TIM

A rare performance of traditional drama called Lengser will be
staged at Teater Arena, Taman Ismail Marzuki Arts Center, tonight
at 8 p.m.

The plot of the story is adapted from a famous West Java's
folktale Lutung Kasarung. The story deals with the competition
and intrigues among members the royal family of the Galuh
Kingdom.

The King, Sri Galuh, feels that it's high time for him to
abdicate. With the approval of the gods and the people, he hands
over his crown to his youngest daughter, Princess Purbasari.

Her oldest sister, Princess Purbararang, is very angry with
the decision. After their father died, Purbararang sends her
sister into exile.

In the forest Princess Purbasari meets a little monkey, Lutung
Kasarung, who is actually a Prince. The story has a happy ending.
With the help of Lutung Kasarung, Princess Purbasari successfully
regains her crown.

The drama is directed by S. Kardjono and produced by LPM LIA.
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