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Madura and Unfinished Conversations (2016)
Original title: Maségit
Madura and Unfinished Conversations is an investigation of Madura (an island east of Java) and its relationship with Java. Madura is often seen negatively as a result of colonial prejudice because the Madurese are seen as rebellious and disobedient to Mataram rule in Java as well as Dutch colonialism. This work examines community relations in these two neighbouring islands, especially after the Suramadu Bridge (the longest bridge in Indonesia) which connects Madura and Java. However, this bridge does not necessarily make the position of Madura and Java equal, on the contrary, the bridge is like the expansion of Java's territory into Madura land. This work explores the forms of interaction, crossover, and negotiation between Madurese and other cultures.
Producer, director
Shohifur Ridho’i

Performer
Abdul Ghafur
Efendy Mazila
Eka Wahyuni
Habiburrahman
Imam Syaifurrahman
Lubet Arga Tengah
Neneng H. Maryam
Radha Puri

Scenographer
Suvi Wahyudianto

Music composer
Harik Giarian Hafidz

Lighting Designer
Oong M. Pathor, Rahmat Hidayat

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Thanks to
Anwari
JCM
Komunitas Tikar Merah
Teater Eska
Teater Fataria
This work received an art grant from Kelola Foundation

Production by rokateater

Supported by
Taman Budaya Jawa Timur
Kolom Teater Pamekasan
Essays
Photos by Prasetya Yudha