Legong Lasem or Kraton Dance, this is classical dance, which is usually staged in the palace courtyard to entertain the king. Three girl dancers in colorful costumes perform it. Classical Legong enacts several traditional stories. The most common is the tale of the King of Lasem from the Malat, a collection of heroic romances. He is at war with another king, the father (or brother) of Princess Ranjasari. Lasem wants to marry the girl, but she detests him and tries to run away. Becoming lost in the forest, she is captured by Lasem, who imprisons her and goes out for a final assault against her family. He is attacked by a monstrous raven, which foretells his death. (source http://www.balerungbali.com)
Photo: Legong Lasem Dance
Performed by Balerung Mandera Srinertya Waditra @balerungstage, in the “Mulat Sarira” event by The Ary Suta Center.
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