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Cerana Dance is a welcome dance or a typical welcome dance from Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara Province (NTT). This dance is performed by some female dancers who dance with a box-shaped container of betel and areca nut. The Cerana dance is one of the most famous dances on the western part of Timor Island, in the East Nusa Tenggara and Rote Islands. This dance is often displayed in various events welcome important guests or the group of tourists who are coming here. History of Cerana Dance Cerana dance was formerly a dance that is often used by the people of Kupang as a welcome dance for nobles, elders and important guests. This dance is performed as a tribute to the guests who come. In addition to Kupang, Cerana Dance is also very popular in some other areas nearby such as in Rote Ndao, North Central Timor (TTU), and also in South Central Timor (TTS). Functions And Meaning Of Cerana Dance This Cerana Dance is a traditional dance that is featured as a welcome dance for important guests. Thi...

Hedung dance is one of the traditional dances of a kind of Adonara public war dance, East Flores, NTT Province. This dance is performed by the dancers both men and women by using clothes and weapons of war. In this dance performance, they dance with movements depicting a heroic soul of the Adonara people on the battlefield. Hedung dance is one of the traditional dances are quite famous and often displayed in various events such as the event welcoming important guests, traditional events, and cultural festivals. The Origin of Hedung Dance Historically, in ancient times in Adonara there was often a war between the tribes and between villages. Before they leave for the battlefield, they will gather to perform the Hedung Dance and a ritual to be given salvation for those who will go to war. It is also done when they come home from the battlefield, the dancers will welcome the heroes with Hedung Dance. The name hedung itself is taken from the word hedung, which can mean win. So it can be in...

Kataga Dance is one of the traditional dances of a kind of war dance typical of West Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara Province (NTT). This dance is usually played by male dancers using custom costume and equipped weapons such as swords and shields. Kataga dance is a quite famous traditional dance in NTT, especially in West Sumba which is where it came from. This dance is usually displayed in various traditional events, welcoming, or cultural performances. History of Kataga Dance It is said that in ancient times in Sumba there have been wars between villages or inter-tribes called the war sparring. In this duel, who wins must bring home the heads of the losing enemy as a symbol of their victory. The head is then hung in Adung court or Talora. If there is a third party who makes peace agreements on both sides, then the skull can be brought back by the enemy as a sign of peace. After this peace agreement is complete, usually the soldiers who follow the battle will demonstrate the way they fight,...

Mahambak Dance is a traditional dance from the Tribe of Bantik children in North Sulawesi Province. This dance is a dance that is mass and performed by male and female dancers. In this dance, the dancers dance with a distinctive movement and accompanied by the traditional songs of the theme of unity and also the harmony of the Tribe of Bantik people. Mahambak Dance is a traditional dance that is quite famous in North Sulawesi Province and is often displayed in some events such as traditional ceremonies, harvest highway, welcoming, celebration, and various at other cultural events. History of Mahambak Dance Historically, the people of Bantik tribe had been scattered to several regions in North Sulawesi province such as Malalayang, Molas, Ongkau, Boyong and other areas. The difficulty of communication media at the time made the meeting between them to be something very valuable. In celebrating the meeting they perform by dancing this Mahambak Dance. This dance they do together with a sen...

Padoa Dance is a traditional dance from Sabu Raijua area, East Nusa Tenggara Province (NTT). This dance is usually done en masse both men and women, they gather and dance by forming a circular formation that became his trademark. Padoa dance is a traditional dance that has been passed down from generation to generation in the community of Sabu and still is often done until now. History of Padoa Dance Padoa dance was formerly a traditional ritual dance performed by Sabu society, which is often performed in the rainy season and every night of full moon. This dance is usually performed by all villagers, be it male or female, old or young. They will gather into a circle formation and also dance accompanied by a song containing prayers or praise to God. In addition to being used in spiritual ceremonies, this dance is also often used by young people to find a mate. Because Padoa Dance is usually will be followed by many young men and women, so it can be a means of knowing each other. Meaning...

Rudat dance is a traditional dance that is still often displayed on the island of Lombok, NTB Province. Performing Rudat Dance is very thick Islamic nuances either in terms of costumes, songs or show accompaniment. Rudat dance is usually displayed in various events such as Khitanan, Mawlid of the Prophet, Khatam Al-Quran, Isra Mi'raj memorial and also the commemoration of other Islamic holidays. The origin of Rudat Dance The history of the origin of the Rudat Dance is still unknown, but from some sources, it says that this dance originated in Turkey and has existed since the entry of Islam into Indonesia. This dance is used by the previous Ulama as a medium in the spread of Islam. Many say also that, this Rudat Dance is a development of Dhikr Saman and also Budrah. This Saman Dzikir is the art of dance with pencak silat movement and also accompanied by dhikr. While on Budrah is a song that is accompanied by the accompaniment of a set of music that is large tambourine. Rudat Dance F...

Tea Eku Dance is a traditional dance originating from Nagekeo, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This dance is played by some female dancers who dance by using a handkerchief or a small cloth as an attribute in the dance. This dance is one of the most well-known traditional dances in Nagekeo, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), and is often performed at various events such as traditional ceremonies, important guest shouting, and cultural events. The Origin of Tea Eku Dance History of Tea Eku Dance is still not known with certainty. But from several sources that exist, it is said that this Tea Eku Dance comes from the area Boawae, Nagekeo, Flores, NTT Province. Tea Eku dance was often performed in the traditional party there. Tea Eku Dance Name itself is taken from Tea and Eku. Tea means shakes, this can be seen from the movements of the dancers' feet that shuffle music. While the word Eku means a wave of handkerchiefs, this can be seen from the attributes used, namely the handkerchief. Tea E...

Wura Bongi Monca dance is a traditional dance from Bima, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB). This dance is a welcome dance or welcoming guests. This dance is performed by female dancers in groups with very gentle movements while sprinkling yellow rice as a symbol of respect and hope. Wura Bongi Monca dance is a traditional dance that is quite famous and also still often performed in various events in the area of Bima, West Nusa Tenggara Province (NTB). History of Wura Bongi Monca Dance According to some sources, this dance is one of the traditional dances that existed and flourished during the Sultanate of Abdul Kahir Sirajuddin in 1640 to 1682. The dance was performed to welcome the arrival of the visiting court guests. With beautiful faces and also graceful movements, the dancers greeted the guests while sprinkling yellow rice as a symbol of respect and hope. The name of Wura Bongi Monca Dance is taken from Bima language which means to sow yellow rice. So this dance can be interpreted as a sow...

Bedhaya Ketawang dance is a dance of greatness that is only shown when the coronation and anniversary of the king's throne in Kasunanan Surakarta. This dance is a sacred and sacred dance for the community and also Kasunanan Surakarta. Dance Bedhaya Ketawang name is taken from the word bedhaya which means female dancers in the palace, and ketawang which means the sky, which is identical something high, glory and also nobility. History of Bedhaya Ketawang Dance Historically, this dance begins when Sultan Agung ruled the Sultanate of Mataram in 1613 until 1645. At one time Sultan Agung did a semedi ritual, when he heard the sound humming from the direction of the sky, Sultan Agung was amazed by the humming voice. Then he summoned his guards and said what happened. From the incident that he created a dance called bedhaya ketawang this. There is also another version that says that when the monastery Panembahan Senapati meet and then make love with the Queen Kencanasari or Kangjeng Ratu ...

Bedoyo Wulandaru dance is a traditional dance originated from Banyuwangi, East Java. This dance is a manifestation of the happiness of the community at the time of welcoming the arrival of large guests who come there. Bedoyo Wulandaru dance is one of the famous traditional dances in Banyuwangi, East Java. History of Bedoyo Wulandaru Dance According to some historical sources, in the past Bedoyo Wulandaru dance was used by the Blambangan community in welcoming the entourage of King Hayam Wuruk and Mahapatih Gajahmada who visited their area. Bedoyo Wulandaru dance is an expression of joy from Blambangan society in welcoming the great guest and then named Bedoyo Wulandaru Dance. The name of Bedoyo Wulandaru Dance itself is a combination of bedoyo and wulandaru. The word bedoyo itself refers to the title of the female dancers who performed this dance. While in the word wulandaru is a combination of the word wulan and ndaru. In the Java language, this word means wulan moon is interpreted as...

Bidu Dance is a traditional dance from Belu, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This dance is usually performed by some male dancers and female dancers with traditional dress and dancing with a very distinctive movement. Bidu dance is one of the traditional dances are quite famous in the Belu community. It is said that this dance was formerly used by the people there as a media search for a mate for young people. History of Bidu Dance According to some sources, this Bidu Dance is a traditional dance that comes from the traditional tradition of Belu society that has been handed down from generation to generation. This dance was formerly used by the people there as a medium for young people, especially for teenagers who have been sanctioned by their parents or are ready to be married to get to know each other and choose the mate they want. In Belu people's tradition, there are several stages that must be done by the youth before marriage. First, for the young men who are ready to make arrange...