Track: Case Studies

Abstract

The objective of this study was to analyze the Tourism Performance Management Pattern and the role of Maecenas in Ramayana Play Presentation as a Tourist Attraction in Indonesia and Thailand. The research method was carried out by observation.  Observational research with interviews in tourist destinations in Indonesia - Thailand, namely Kecak Ramayana in Uluwatu Bali,  Ballet Ramayana Prambanan in Indonesia, and Thai Masked Dance Sala Chalermkrung Bangkok - Thailand. The results showed that the management of tourism performing arts in Indonesia and Thailand had the differences, due to consideration of managerial techniques, so that it has implications for presentation, appearance time, duration of appearance, attractions, which were accompanied by conditions of facilities for the audience. From Ramayana art of tourism the audience gets memories, can enjoy exotic sensations at that times, and as maicenas (art protectors) acts as a rescue of traditional arts.