Kaja and Kelod: Balinese Dance in Transition

By Frederick De Boer, I Made Bandem, Deboer Bandem, et al.

A comprehensive overview of Balinese dance and theatre, this book presents a description and history of the many genres of Balinese dance. The first full-scale work to appear on the subject since 1938, this study discuses every aspect of Balinese dance--from dances given in the most sacred sanctuaries on the island to those of a secular nature, from the demonic performances ritually performed in dangerous areas to perfromances for tourists. The text is accompanied by copious illustrations and a glossary of terms, and is an essential tool for understanding the beautiful art of Balinese culture. interest . given in e . An epilogue addresses tourist eventstthrough the areas of lesser sanctity writings on the subject, this work explores

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195804694
• ISBN13: 9780195804690
• Release Date: May 1982
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 1.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.2" x 0.8" x 7.6"