Photo: The Opening of the Fifth Widya Mahardika Kalangan at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI Bali), Wednesday (March 25).
The Minister of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia, Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, B.Sc., officially inaugurated the Fifth Widya Mahardika Kalangan (Academic Arts Week), themed Kirtya–Jnana–Kawya “The Nobility of Elevated Knowledge,” at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI Bali), on Wednesday (March 25). Now in its fifth year, this event continues to serve as a creative platform that integrates artistic development, knowledge advancement, and the reinforcement of Balinese cultural values.
In her remarks, Widiyanti highlighted the shifting trends in global tourism, which are increasingly oriented toward more meaningful and immersive experiences. According to her, tourists are no longer merely seeking destinations, but rather experiences that provide deeper significance.
She also expressed appreciation for the role of ISI Bali as an arts education institution closely connected to the tourism ecosystem. She noted that the contributions of its academic community and alumni have enriched various cultural and artistic events, both at the local and national levels.
“Widya Mahardika Kalangan has been held for five years and has become an important platform for showcasing innovation while exploring the noble values of Balinese tradition,” she stated.
Photo: The Opening Ceremony of the Fifth Widya Mahardika Kalangan at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI Bali), Wednesday (March 25).
The Minister of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia, Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, B.Sc., officially inaugurated the Fifth Widya Mahardika Kalangan (Academic Arts Week), themed Kirtya–Jnana–Kawya “The Nobility of Elevated Knowledge,” at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI Bali), on Wednesday (March 25). Now entering its fifth year, the event continues to function as a creative platform that integrates artistic development, intellectual advancement, and the strengthening of Balinese cultural values.
In her remarks, Widiyanti underscored the shifting trends in global tourism, which are increasingly oriented toward deeper and more meaningful experiences. According to her, tourists are no longer merely seeking destinations, but rather experiences that offer significance and lasting impressions.
She also expressed her appreciation for the role of ISI Bali as an arts education institution that maintains a close relationship with the tourism ecosystem. She emphasized that the contributions of its academic community and alumni have enriched a wide range of cultural and artistic events at both local and national levels.
“Widya Mahardika Kalangan has been held for five years and has become an important platform for presenting innovation while exploring the noble values inherent in Balinese traditions,” she stated.
Photo: The Opening of the Fifth Widya Mahardika Kalangan at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI Bali), Wednesday (March 25).
The Fifth Widya Mahardika Kalangan presents a diverse range of artistic programs that reflect the richness of expression and innovation of the academic community of the Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI Bali). The series of events includes a Colossal Intermedium Performance entitled Kirtya–Jnana–Kawya as the main opening highlight, as well as a Retrospective Exhibition of Contemporary Painting, Parama Paraga, featuring the works of the Rector of ISI Bali, Prof. Dr. Wayan Kun Adnyana.
In addition, the Widya Mahardika Kalangan also showcases a Ritual Performing Arts Procession imbued with traditional values, alongside a Dance-Drama Performance of Luwih Arja Luh entitled Ranu–Saraswati–Rasmi, representing the development of tradition-based performing arts through creative and contextual approaches.
(ISI Bali/Public Relations)
