Preserving Historical Literacy, Kemendikbudristek Launches 5 Monologue Shows and Scripts at the Edge of History
JAKARTA — The Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) through the Directorate of Film, Music, and Media, Directorate General of Culture, in collaboration with Indonesiana TV, Titimangsa, and KawanKawan Media, launched five monologue series "At the Edge of History" season three on Tuesday, June 28, 2024, at CGV FX Sudirman, Senayan, Jakarta.
Before its release, the third season monologue was staged at the Monologue Festival at Salihara Theater in December 2023. The producers of this event are Happy Salma, Yulia Evina Bhara, and Pradetya Novitri. In addition to the monologue shows, an anthology book of scripts "At the Edge of History Three Seasons" (2021, 2022, 2023) was also launched, edited by Ahda Imran and published by Kepustakaan Kompas Gramedia.
"At the Edge of History" is a monologue series that tells the stories of lesser-known historical figures who played important roles in Indonesian history. This series offers a new perspective on Indonesian history.
The third season features the story of Oto Iskandar Dinata from the perspective of his wife, Raden Ajeng Soekirah; female fighter Ruhana Kuddus; diplomat Francisca Casparina who struggled post-independence; artist Tan Tjeng Bok who survived through three eras; and national press figure, Tirto Adhi Soerjo.
The Director of Film, Music, and Media at Kemendikbudristek, Ahmad Mahendra, stated that "At the Edge of History" serves as a medium for literacy and education for the public, especially the younger generation. "There are many inspiring stories that were previously less known. This monologue invites young people to rediscover history that has almost been forgotten," he said.
Happy Salma added that over the past three years, they have highlighted the stories of 14 Indonesian figures who have colored history in their own ways. “This is expected to inspire the younger generation to contribute to Indonesia,” she said.
Another producer, Yulia Evina Bhara, also added that in addition to presenting monologues, they also launched the anthology book of scripts "At the Edge of History Three Seasons." "There are 14 short-duration monologue scripts that are expected to be staged by various parties, both artists and school students,” Yulia concluded.[*]
Schedule for At the Edge of History Season Three
Folded Corner on the Stage of Tan Tjeng Bok
Air Date: Friday, June 28, 2024Time: 20:00 WIB on Indonesiana.TV
Writer: Deddy Otara
Director: Sahlan Mujtaba
Cast: Bagus Ade SaputraTan Tjeng Bok, a multi-talented artist who stood out since the 1920s, became a voice against colonialism, facing threats and arrests from the Dutch East Indies government.
To the Embrace of Loved Ones
Air Date: Wednesday, July 3, 2024Time: 20:00 WIB on Indonesiana.TV
Writer: Felix K. Nesi
Director: Shinta Febriany
Cast: Marsha Timothy
Francisca Casparina Fanggidaej, a post-independence diplomat, faces inner conflict as a mother separated from her children due to political circumstances.My Husband Oto and the Doorbell
Air Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024Time: 20:00 WIB on Indonesiana.TV
Writer: Ahda Imran
Director: Nia Dinata
Cast: Maudy Koesnaedi
RA. Soekirah, the wife of Oto Iskandar Dinata, faces the revolutionary period with strength, hope, and resilience for her children.Seroean Kemadjoean
Air Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024Time: 20:00 WIB on Indonesiana.TV
Writer: Esha Tegar
Director: Tya Setiawati
Cast: Widi MuliaRuhana Kuddus, an advocate for education and gender equality in the late 19th century, calls for progress through her newspaper.
Tirto: Three Exiles
Air Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024Time: 20:00 WIB on Indonesiana.TV
Writer: Ibed S Yuga
Director: Putu Fajar Arcana
Cast: Ari SumitroTelling the story of the three periods of exile of Tirto Adhi Soerjo, a national press figure and Father of Indonesian Journalism, showcasing the human side of this great figure.