Being a little dramatic here maybe...
A little more time on the www. than is wise would probably be a more prudent way of putting it. After all, I spent two days this past weekend surfing flawless waves alone with two friends in the unspoiled wilds of west Bali.
Wednesday we went up to The Bali Purnati Center for the Arts in Batuan-Sukawati to get a privileged preview of the rehearsal/presentation for the international sponsors of Robert Wilson's new magnum opus, 'La Galigo'. An experimental theatre extravaganza based on the Southern Suluwesi creation myth of the same name. The energy was palpable in the air, Dancers,traditional and modern, actors, acrobats and martial artists from all over the archipelago and ancient 'Bugis' Eunuch mystics. The orchestra, musical score and minimalist composition, which was sensational, was all directed by none other than Rahayu Supanggah, A pioneer avant guard Indonesian composer who employs traditional instruments and techniques.
The whole experience was so vastly moving, I have yet to fully recover. It will open in Singapore in 2004, later traveling to Barcelona, Amsterdam and Lincoln Center in New York amongst other venues.
And just now I watched my five year old catch wave after perfect wave against the backdrop of another flaming rainy season sunset.
I guess I just like to complain...
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