THE UNIQUE FACES OF SULAWESI'S CULTURE

THE UNIQUE FACES OF SOUTH SULAWESI'S CULTURE

Four major ethni-sociological groupings can be distinguis¬hed as "native" to the region of South Sulawesi; the Bugis, Makasar, Mandar and Toraja. These will have their tradi¬tional apparel on display tonight along with traditional wear of the "Bugis Luwu" people - also native to this area.

We have ranged widely in this region to choose the follow¬ing dances for your entertainment : The"Pakerena" dance from Makasar, the Pajaga dance common among the Bugis Luwu people, the Pattudu dance of the Mandarese, the Pagellu of the Torajans and the Pajoge dance of the Bugis.
An "all in" offering under the theme "we all call Sulawesi home" is presented with "Sulawesi- Parasanganta."

The art of "kerawitan" is a talent of people in South Sulawesi for integrating unique musical creations into mo¬dern Langgam Makasar songs. This music is called "Turiolo" and will accompany "Ati Raja" and other popular songs of the region for you this evening.

Having sung the songs of the south we invite you to join us in the recreation of a Bugis Makassar”Appasiari Baju" ceremony. This ceremony, a series of rituals, celebrates the emerging womanhood of young girls and prepares and wel¬comes them into their new role through celebration and ritual circumcision.

A CULTURAL EVENING WITH THE PEOPLE OF CENTRAL SULAWESI

Drawing from a wide range of alternatives we offer a special program packet this evening including the"Nosawirakeceremony. This unique ceremony of the Donggalaregion takes us into family rituals marking one of the milestones of a child in its family. The ceremony marks preparation of a little hammock at a time when the child is deemed old enough to leave its mother's bed.
The ceremony is led by a local spiritual leader (dukun) who recites verses and prays for the prosperity of the child

Central Sulawesi boasts its own musical instrument : the "kakula", which you can see and hear accompanying the po¬pular songs df the region. As you listen to the music we also present a parade of the clothing styles popular in each of the major sub-regions : Kaili. Poso. Banggai and Toli-Toli.

As Central Sulawesians are famous for their friendliness. a packet from this region would not be representative with¬out the"Peulu Cinde” dance: traditionally performed to wel¬come honoured guests. Three charming young ladies will carry small plates of "beras kuning" and delicacies to be sha¬red with guests during the dance. 

Amongst other dances presented are the favourites of the local youth- the "Torom-pio"and "Jepen" where the boys and girls have chance to interact socially. Another popular dance amongst old and young is the "Dero" dance usuallyperformed by six couples at a time on completion of the harvest or at other times of celebration.

SNAPSHOTS FROM THE RAINBOW CULTURE (SOUTH EAST SULAWESI)

Their traditional costumes parade opens this evenings culture program.
Cultural snapshots from this region could fill a large scrapbook but for toninght's program we focus ourselves on the "Jipen", Honari",  "Farr and "Linda" dances - traditionalyy performed throughout this region in connection wit “Karia” traditional ceremonies. 

These ceremonies mark the ens of the "pingit" time in a young lady's life when she is kept at home and not allowed to venture forth into thebig wide challenging word/outside the home. This "coming out paryty" marks the last responsibility of parents to their daughter before the girls set up their own households.

Although originally performed specifically for ti ceremonies, the Karia "Linda"dance proved so popular that it was also borrowed to be used as a dance of welcome for guests.  This dance is now the pride of South East Sulawesi.

As a rainbow has colours. so with the arts of South East  Sulawesi; a vivid selection of snapshots completes our program from the vast albums of Taman Mini.

TRIMA KASIH ATAS KUNJUNGANNYA

SEJARAH BUDAYA - 11:56 PM

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