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. (raw)