Barong & Kris Dance Seraya Budaya Singapadu Ubud

A visit to Bali is not complete without experiencing the island’s traditional Barong Dance. At Seraya Budaya in Singapadu, this captivating performance brings the timeless struggle between good and evil to life through dramatic storytelling, expressive masks, traditional music, and powerful spiritual elements.

The performance is especially known for the Kris Dance, where dancers enter a trance-like state as the story reaches its most intense moments. With its traditional setting and rich Balinese symbolism, the show offers an immersive way to experience the island’s cultural heritage.

Highlights

• Dramatic Kris Dance: Witness the spectacular moment when Rangda casts a powerful spell on Barong's male followers, leading to the intense Kris Dance.

• Spiritual Trance: Experience the sacred trance state of the dancers, reflecting traditional beliefs surrounding spiritual protection.

• Colourful Costumes & Gamelan Music: Admire elaborate costumes, expressive masks, and the rhythmic sounds of traditional gamelan music.

• Authentic Setting: Enjoy the performance at a traditional venue in Singapadu, near Ubud.

• Timeless Good vs Evil Theme: Discover the eternal conflict between good and evil, a central theme in Balinese Hindu philosophy.

• Traditional Balinese Storytelling: Become immersed in a captivating story supported by harmonious sound and lighting effects.