Celebration of 56 Years of Taman Ismail Marzuki with a Variety of Arts and Cultural Speech by Garin Nugroho

Kapanlagi.com - Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM) is holding a special celebration to mark their 56-year journey in the Indonesian art world. The event titled TIM Fest will take place from November 7-10, 2024, at Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jakarta.

In this festival, a variety of arts and cultural activities will be presented, ranging from art exhibitions, culinary showcases, fashion shows, to music concerts and cultural speeches.

The cultural speech is one of the most anticipated events, especially since it will be delivered by renowned filmmaker Garin Nugroho on the last day.

"The cultural speech serves as a platform for deep reflection on the development of culture, politics, and social issues in Indonesia. This event invites prominent figures to convey their thoughts and critical analyses on issues affecting society. This year, Garin Nugroho will present it under the theme of Ethics, Art, and Democracy," said Anisa Nastiti, Chair of TIM Fest.

Despite facing funding limitations, TIM is making a strong effort to hold this event, which also marks their first celebration in the form of an open festival. Anisa emphasized the importance of this event for the public, especially as a form of appreciation for TIM's long journey, which has stood for more than five decades and has been the birthplace of many great artists in Indonesia.

"Because the event is free, we want to invite people to celebrate the legacy of Bang Ali Sadikin, which is indeed intended as a meeting place for artists and art enthusiasts," she added.

1. Showcase a Variety of Musicians

In a stage titled Betawi Punye Gaye, TIM Fest will showcase a variety of musicians, from emerging young artists to renowned musicians.

"For the headliners, we have Bangkutaman, Sandy Canester, and Franki Indrasmoro. In addition, there will also be emerging musicians and some familiar faces," said Ryan Kampua from Swag Event, who is also supporting this event.

This festival will also present traditional Betawi arts, such as lenong, as part of TIM's commitment to introduce Indonesia's rich culture to a broader audience.

This event is expected to pay tribute to the artists who have made significant contributions at TIM, while also serving as a platform for young generations interested in the arts.

2. Supported by Famous Artists

One of the artists who fully supports this event is Franki Indrasmoro, better known as Pepeng, a former member of the band Naif. He shared his experience that his music career journey largely began at TIM.

"I grew up with Taman Ismail Marzuki. Back in 1994, I happened to enter the IKJ campus in the Faculty of Fine Arts and Graphic Design. Together with my friends, we eventually formed a music group called Naif. And with this event, of course, I will definitely support it because it aligns with my personal vision and mission as well," said Pepeng.

With a series of events that combine traditional and modern elements, TIM Fest 2024 is expected to be a momentum for the public to better recognize, appreciate, and celebrate the arts and cultural heritage of Indonesia that has grown in Taman Ismail Marzuki.

(kpl/glk)