 Ondel-ondel is a form of Betawi folk performance which is often performed at public parties. | |
| Genre | Traditional puppet |
|---|---|
| Instrument(s) | Gamelan, Gambang, Gong, Tanjidor |
| Inventor | Betawi people |
| Origin | Indonesia |
Ondel-ondel is a large puppet figure featured in the Betawi folk performance in Jakarta, Indonesia. As an icon of Jakarta, ondel-ondel is often utilized as a pair for livening up festivals or welcoming guests of honor. It is one of a few Indonesian folk performances that has survived modernization and is still being regularly performed.
The musical accompaniment for the ondel-ondel performance varies with regions, occasions, and groups of performances.