Taman Ismail Marzuki is Jakarta's principal cultural centre, with a cinema, theatres (performances indlude Javanese dance, plays and gamelan concerts), two art galleries and several restaurants in the complex. The tourist office and listings magazines have program details
Gedung Kesenian Jakarta - Jl Gedung Kesenian 1
Host traditional dance and teatre as well as Erupean classical music and dance
Erasmus Huis - Jl. HR. Rasuna Said Kav S-3
This cultural centre holds regular cultural events and exhibitions
West Pasific - Jl. Thamrin 12
Host indie/alternative bands and also has an extensive restaurant menu. It's below Jaya Pub
BB's - Jl. Cokroaminoto
Really popular with students, this scurffy multi storeyed bar showcases emerging acoustic, blues and reggae bands. Drinks are quite reasonable, especially if you order beer by the pitcher. Friday night is the big night here; entrance is 30.000 IDR
Jaya Pub - Jl. Thamrin 12
This Jakarta institution has been around for more than 30 years and isn't showing signs of slowing down. Expect an older crowd and live bluesy rock performers.
Nine Muses Club - Jl. Wijaya I 25 Kebayoran Baru
Umparket European style bar restaurant where the jazz artists, pianiists and latin bands draw an older crowd