A research-driven platform for contemporary performance, artistic research, and embodied practice.

Indonesia Performance Syndicate (IPS) is an independent contemporary performance platform based in Indonesia, focusing on artistic research, interdisciplinary practice, and experimental performance-making.

IPS develops performance as research, integrating embodiment, dramaturgy, and critical inquiry across theatre, movement, and contemporary performance practices.

Our work is guided by collaboration, artistic research ethics, embodied knowledge, cultural context, and international exchange.

What We Do

We produce performances, conduct artistic research, organize workshops and laboratories, curate programs, and facilitate international collaborations.

Current Focus

Our current focus includes research-based performance, body-centered methodologies, and cross-cultural collaboration in contemporary performance.

Programs & Engagement

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Programs & Initiatives

  • IPS runs artist residencies, performance laboratories, workshops, research projects, and public presentations in Indonesia and internationally.
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Methods & Frameworks

  • We develop practice-based frameworks for performance that connect body, space, time, and critical reflection as an integrated artistic process.

Collaborations & Networks

  • IPS collaborates with artists, researchers, universities, festivals, and cultural institutions at national and international levels.

Artists & Researchers

  • Our platform brings together performers, directors, dramaturgs, and artistic researchers working in contemporary and experimental performance.

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