We are thrilled to welcome our community to the grand opening of Nusantara Arts new Indonesian Culture Center, as we host a lively celebration of Indonesian culture and art with our Open House and Kartini Day event! Join us for a hands-on experience delving into the vibrant traditions of Javanese and Balinese music and dance. With performances from Nusantara Arts as well as hands on workshops to try out the instruments and dance for yourselves.

"Untamed Grace - A Performance Journey of Improv and Site" promises an immersive journey through St. John's Grace and its gothic sanctuary as the audience promenades through its sacred and utilitarian spaces. This unique performance is the culmination of a five-day intensive collaboration, bringing together a diverse group of performers. Some have a longstanding creative history, while others are meeting for the first time, uniting from places like Toronto, Canada, New York City, and Boston. Renowned choreographer Stephan Koplowitz directs and designs this innovative project, guiding the participants in crafting an unforgettable experience. Additionally, live music by Nusantara Arts, under the direction of Matt Dunning, enriches the atmosphere, adding depth to the performance's resonance.

This event will be the first of many for our new Balinese performing ensemble. In a big celebration of the 1-year founding of this new group, our first major performance will dazzle the senses. We are excited to welcome our incredible Balinese guest musician Gusti Komin and Balinese dancer Ida Ayu Ari Chandrawati. This performance featuring the music and dance of Bali will be unlike anything you have ever seen in Buffalo.

We’re bringing out the neighborhood Balinese Group at WSCS’s annual block party and community fundraiser.

Our Javanese Gamelan group is performing at Rosamond Gifford Zoo in Syracuse, NY. This annual event celebrates the zoo’s Asian elephant herd and the cultural traditions of their native countries in South Asia.

An afternoon performance of cosmic Javanese Wayang Kulit shadow puppetry, dance and gamelan music featuring puppet master Midiyanto. This special program, funded by the National Endowment of the Arts, is entertainment that also teaches our audience about the wayang puppetry art form and makes for a fun filled Sunday afternoon activity for all ages!