Kapanlagi.com - The Sabang Merauke Performance returns with a colossal scale at Indonesia Arena, Gelora Bung Karno complex, Jakarta. The show runs for three days, from Friday to Sunday, August 21–23, 2026. On the first day, Friday (21/8/2026), the show starts at 15:00 WIB and ends at 18:00 WIB.
This year, the Sabang Merauke Performance carries the theme of the Tale of Srikandi Nusantara, narrating the struggles of Indonesian women through folk stories. Srikandi is portrayed by Raisa, who delivers introductions during several scene transitions.
"We will meet women who are known for their religiousness and bravery, strong women from the region of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam," said Srikandi.
This statement was made before the start of the Aceh scene. The performance is designed to be modern, grand, and detailed, from the stage design to the costumes, yet still rooted in culture: traditional dance, music, and textiles combined with legendary stories.
The Hikayat Srikandi Nusantara presents female figures from Indonesian folklore, such as Srikandi, Mahadewi, Dayang Sumbi, Mande Rubayah (mother of Malin Kundang), and Calon Arang. They are presented as symbols of courage, emancipation, resilience, gentleness, love, sacrifice, and strength that have shaped the nation's journey.
The narrative of struggle is told through various scenes: the unwavering prayer of a mother despite being betrayed like Mande Rubayah, the honor upheld by Dayang Sumbi, and the calming presence of Mahadewi who maintains balance. Each fragment is woven to connect characters with the regions and cultures being highlighted.
The data collected by the organizers serve as the basis for theme selection. Throughout 2025, Indonesia recorded 376,529 cases of Gender-Based Violence against Women, an increase of 14.07 percent from the previous year. Of these, 337,961 cases, or nearly 90 percent, occurred in spaces that should be the safest, namely homes, marital relationships, and intimate relationships. The National Commission on Violence Against Women receives an average of 19 complaints per day.
"In them, there is a strong sense of loyalty and deep respect for tradition. They do not easily give up and have strong convictions. They are the women from North Sumatra," said Srikandi.
Her statement was made just before the North Sumatra scene. In another part, she also mentioned Papua.
"The women of Papua are not only the pride of the Land of Cenderawasih, but also the pride of Indonesia," said Srikandi.
The main offering of this performance remains on the strength of culture: dance, traditional music, and textiles woven together as a journey across regions. The 2026 edition opens the stage with the theme of Aceh, then continues to Central Sumatra, Jambi and Riau, South Sumatra, West Sumatra, and Andalan.
The journey continues to West Java, Jakarta with its vibrancy and uniqueness, East Java, up to the Special Region of Yogyakarta which highlights the Tale of Mahadewi. After that, the stage moves to Kalimantan, Southeast Sulawesi, and North Sulawesi.
As it approaches the conclusion, the audience is invited to witness chapters from Maluku, Bali, and Papua. Each session is built with stage properties, lighting design, and choreography that complement each other, creating a presentation that feels complete as one narrative journey of the archipelago.
The Sabang Merauke Performance
The collaboration of Yura Yunita and Padi Reborn while performing the song "Mahadewi" received a warm welcome. Yura appeared in traditional Javanese attire in green and started the scene with a floating effect from the stage to the uppermost tribune area, before disappearing for a moment.
Not long after, Yura returned from behind the main stage on a giant three-headed dragon. The dragon moved forward and spewed smoke, greeted by the applause of the audience filling the Indonesia Arena. On the other hand, Padi Reborn performed wearing Javanese traditional clothing with a more colossal arrangement.
Raisa was appointed as the Srikandi of Indonesia. The singer who once held a solo concert at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium appeared gracefully in a red kebaya. As the center of the story's journey, Srikandi explored various tales alongside characters Limbuk, Zie, Vanilla, Petruk, and Bagong.
Several other performers enriched the stage: Christine Tambunan played Dayang Sumbi, Mirabeth Sonia as Mandeh Rubayah, and Pradnya Larasari as Calon Arang. Meanwhile, Taufan Purbo portrayed Malin Kundang, Nino Prabowo as Yuyu Kangkang, and Bima Zeno as Tumang.
This performance is the result of the work of experienced Indonesian artists on the international stage. More than 1,700 people are involved in the production, including 700 artists performing on stage.
A total of 387 dancers performed 117 choreographies, with each scene from different regions involving nearly 100 dancers on average. This composition creates a strong dynamic in terms of movement and visuals with each regional transition.
Starting in 2024, the organizers will open The Audition for the Sabang Merauke Performance so that dancers from various regions in Indonesia can participate on that international stage. This initiative broadens the reach of talent and strengthens regional representation on stage.
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