Wayang orang or wayang wong (in Javanese language), as the name implies this wayang is played by using people as characters in the wayang story. Wayang wong created by Sri Susuhunan Hamangkurat I in 1731 on Mataram Kingdom. Usually play a story that is lifted based on the epic duel of the colossal story of Mahabharata and Ramayana. The interesting thing from wayang wong that is there are colossal or individual dance per-player at every cut scene of the story. Other than that, wayang wong is also shows punawakan figure as a dispensing atmosphere which is a description of the state of kawulo alit or society in general an the courtiers.
The art of wayang wong in Solo city is still preserved these days. Although western culture has entered the city of Solo rapidly, this art is still held and is still developing in the community. Known as Solo as a city that is rich in culture, the City Government and artists in Solo work together to maintain the value of local wisdom which is a regional characteristic.
As stated above wayang wong is still often held and this activity is routinely held every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, which is held at the Gedung Wayang Orang located in the Taman Sriwedari complex, Jalan Awakening Nasional Number 15 Solo. For the show, you have to buy an entrance ticket at a price of Rp. 10,000.00 per person.
