Randai
Subtitle: Folk Theater, Dance, and Martial Arts of West Sumatra
Edition: Cdr edition
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
Published: June 11, 2002
Language: eng
Format: CD-ROM
Number of pages: 1
ISBN-13: 9780472002931
Subjects: Sociology, Social Studies; Folk Dancing; Theater; Performing Arts; Software - Performing Arts - CDROM / Universal; Plays; Dance - Ethnic; Ethnic Studies - General; Social Science / Ethnic Studies; Dance - Folk; Martial Arts & Self-Defense; Theater - General; 20th century; History; History and criticism; Indonesia; Minangkabau drama; Randai; Sumatra
Description: Presents information on the Randai theater of the Minangkabau ethnic group of West Sumatra, Indonesia. The theater, dance, music, and martial arts elements of Randai are illustrated with videos, sound recordings, still images, and text. Includes maps and photos of West Sumatra as well as sections on the socio-cultural background, customs, and traditions of the Minangkabau.