Going to be honest - this is an extremely boring show. A waste of time. The first performance of the animal was so slow, took around 15 minutes before a scene change. You cannot hear what they are saying and it's all in the local language so unable to understand. I lost interest after 20 minutes and wanted to leave early. The show costs 150,000 bali Rs. Feedback for management- -Provide soft cushions for viewers to sit on -Use microphones for the speakers -Possibly explain what is going on with a narrator -Use better fans which actually cool down viewers.

Nice traditional Balinese dance giving tourists a glimpse into local culture. The dancers are very expressive, and the dance steps are very captivating. However the local language makes it a little difficult to understand the plot of the play. Only a one hour program but worth the visit

art performance you shouldnt miss in Bali. taken from a story from Mahabaratha, its been mixed with local wisdom. the performer dance nicely and speak in Balinese language. sometimes they give a joke during the show and interact with audiences.l, stay on front row if you want to get this experince

An enjoyable show for an hour’s entertainment. We were brought here by our driver who suggested it the day before. We had time to kill until check in to our next place so a good place to stop and enjoy a cultural show. Synopsis of the show: THE BARONG AND KERIS DANCE The Barong play represent an eternal fight between good and Evil Spirit. Barong ( a mythological animal) Represent a good spirit and Rangda (a mythological monster) Represent and evil one THE DANCE STARTS WITH MUSIC OVER TONE Followed by his friend the monkey, The Tiger comes up. three masked dancers appear representing men making palmwine in the forest, whose child is killed by the Barong. The three met get angry and attack the Barong which is helped by the monkey. During the fight the nose of one of the three me is bitten off. FIRST ACT Two girl dancer appear representing the servants of the Rangda. Looking for the servants of Dewi Kunti who are on the way to meet their Patih 9 Prime Minister). SECOND ACT The servant of Dew Kunti come. One of the servants of the Rangda changes into a witch enters both servants to make them angry. The meet their Patihand go together to Dew Kunti. THIRD ACT Dewi Kunti and her son. Sadewa come up. Dewi Kunti has promised the Rangda to Sacrilfice Sadewa. A witch appears an enters Dew Kunti. She become angry and orders the Patih to bring Sadewa into the forest. The Path is also entered by witch so he does not have pity on Sadewa. Sadewa is then taken into a forest and tied up on tree. FOURTH ACT Unknown by Rangda, Siwa god appears and gives Sadewa immortality. The Rangda appears, ready to kill Sadewa andeats him up but Sadewa is still alive. She then surrenders and asks him to redeem herself. Sadewa agrees and kills the Rangda. The Rangda goes into heaven FIVFTH ACT One of the servants of the Rangda called Kalika comes up before Sadewa and ask him to redeem herself too. Sadewa repuse Kalika gets angry, and change herself into a boar and fights Sadewa. The boar an be defeated she then change herself into a bird but defeated again. Al last she changes herself into a Rangda. Sadewa cannot kill her. In such cicumstanses Sadewa ditates and then he changes himself into a Barong. Still the Rangda seems to be too powerfull and the fight is unended. Followers of the Barong appear and help him fight the Rangda.

Wonderful performance. I watched the Barong dance show. It was a short and abridged play of the Barong story. You can experience an Indonesian grass root performance style, especially when the dancers interact cheekily with the audiences. Although they handed out the English storyline, foreign visitors might want to have a translator that will translate the full storyline and explain the subtle interaction between the Gamelan players and the dancers on stage. Front row seats are better, you get the surprises during performance! You are welcomed to interact with the dancers after the show.

Not what we expected but was a nice traditional local dance. Good for everyone, adults and kids. If your looking for a time filler this is a good one.

It is not just a dance. They under sale it. Is like a theatre with a lot of traditional history. So worth it

The staff were lovely and welcoming. We had an amazing time. The address is misleading its near the bridge.

Traditional Balinese open air theatre in 4 parts -- Enthralling acting and delightful costumes - with an open air traditional band playing the music. It was a highlight of my day, loved every minute of it. Actors allowed photographs during and after the performance

Absolutely nice time to wacthing Barong and Keris dance live performance in the morning, really recommended this place, first stop if you do ubud tour

Beautiful costumes and a lively performance awaits you . Starts 9:30am and ends 10:30 am. Theatre style concrete seats. Pulled out a star only because it’s a difficult plot which could have been explained a little better. Dedicated team with music and dance . Well worth a visit @300,000 IDR for a couple

Good performance, excellent traditional music and dancer.

Cultural show representing the synopsis of an eternal fight between good and evil spirits. No wait time, and a good time filler within Bali. Pros: - Live instrumentals showcasing traditional Indonesian sounds and effects. - costumes provide accurate insights into the storyline, in which a pamphlet is given upon entry explaining sequence of acts - Performers try and engage crowd Cons: - Seating area is uncomfortable, hot and doesn’t cater well for long period, especially for the hour duration of the show. - It’s hard to understand and fully engage in the performance. Overall I would recommend this show if you have nothing else to do in Bali, besides that I wouldn’t go.

A fun and safe way to see the Balinese barong dance. Staff were nice and offered to take pictures of us with the barong after the show. Come early if you want front row seats.

It’s good place to visit in kuta area to learn more about Bali culture! Thank you for the show and welcoming!

The traditional show with its unique and amazing performance..so beautiful & cheerful..I love the Barong

It is an obvious tourist show which gives a slight insight in the tradition and culture of Bali. The performers made a show with small details towards the present. Beautiful costumes. However the musicians looked kind of bored and it sounded like the played the same music over and over again.. but maybe that this was just my untrained ear...

The show is very entertaining, costumes are pretty, a good slice of Indonesian traditional art.

One of the best Barong shows with the warmest welcome in the Island of the Gods! This was our second time to watch it and we never get enough of it.