GoetheVR: Classic Literatur meets Virtual Reality
VR-Experience & Exhibition | Step into the shoes of an ageing scholar who, disillusioned with life, makes a pact with the Devil for a coveted achievement. Experience firsthand what it’s like to be Faust.
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GoetheHaus Jakarta, Jakarta
- Language Indonesian, German, English
- Price Free | Registration for group visits
11 AM–5 PM (Monday–Saturday)
11 AM–3 PM (Sunday)
Equipped with VR headsets, participants actively engage in the narrative: They sign a pact with Mephisto, travel to a witch’s kitchen, meet Gretchen, and unravel the essence of the story. This immersive, literary journey unfolds through seven emotional scenes, staying true to the original text while integrating elements of Goethe’s language.
The result is a virtual world that captures the mood and substance of the literary work, allowing players to explore literary themes in a visually engaging way. The aim is to introduce participants to the characters, conflicts, and key motifs of Goethe’s work, while also sharing interesting insights about the author and his creative process.
Alongside GoetheVR, visitors can enjoy supporting information provided by selected experts in various media.
GoetheVR is available in nine languages with interchangeable subtitles, including Indonesian, German, and English. The experience lasts approximately 15 minutes and is suitable for ages 14 and up. Group visits must be scheduled in advance by contacting: info-jakarta@goethe.de
Dian Ekawati
Lecturer in German Literature, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Padjadjaran University, Bandung. Dian holds a bachelor’s degree in German Literature with a thesis on character constellations in Goethe’s Die Wahlverwandtschaften and completed her MA and PhD in Intercultural German Studies at the University of Bayreuth, Germany. She translates literary and theatrical works from German to Indonesian, with some translated works staged by Mainteater in collaboration with Goethe-Institut Indonesia.
Agah Nugraha Muharam
A creative professional with a background from FSRD ITB, Agah founded Studio Mugibagja in 2008. Active as a graphic recorder, illustrator, comic artist, and videographer, Agah has worked both locally and internationally. His work continues to contribute to the visualisation of ideas and concepts through graphics and digital media.
Wawan Sofwan
A theatre and musical director, monologue performer, and playwright. Wawan has received a German language scholarship from Goethe-Institut for studies in Bandung, Berlin, and Mannheim, and an internship scholarship from the International Theatre Institute at Theater Triebwerk, Hamburg. He has directed German plays like Faust I, Gott ist ein DJ, and Arturo Ui, and performed monologues from works such as Der Kontrabass and Also Sprach Zarathustra. He manages Studio Mainmonolog Bandung and Stage of Wawan Sofwan.
11 AM–3 PM (Sunday)
Equipped with VR headsets, participants actively engage in the narrative: They sign a pact with Mephisto, travel to a witch’s kitchen, meet Gretchen, and unravel the essence of the story. This immersive, literary journey unfolds through seven emotional scenes, staying true to the original text while integrating elements of Goethe’s language.
The result is a virtual world that captures the mood and substance of the literary work, allowing players to explore literary themes in a visually engaging way. The aim is to introduce participants to the characters, conflicts, and key motifs of Goethe’s work, while also sharing interesting insights about the author and his creative process.
Alongside GoetheVR, visitors can enjoy supporting information provided by selected experts in various media.
GoetheVR is available in nine languages with interchangeable subtitles, including Indonesian, German, and English. The experience lasts approximately 15 minutes and is suitable for ages 14 and up. Group visits must be scheduled in advance by contacting: info-jakarta@goethe.de
Dian Ekawati
Lecturer in German Literature, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Padjadjaran University, Bandung. Dian holds a bachelor’s degree in German Literature with a thesis on character constellations in Goethe’s Die Wahlverwandtschaften and completed her MA and PhD in Intercultural German Studies at the University of Bayreuth, Germany. She translates literary and theatrical works from German to Indonesian, with some translated works staged by Mainteater in collaboration with Goethe-Institut Indonesia.
Agah Nugraha Muharam
A creative professional with a background from FSRD ITB, Agah founded Studio Mugibagja in 2008. Active as a graphic recorder, illustrator, comic artist, and videographer, Agah has worked both locally and internationally. His work continues to contribute to the visualisation of ideas and concepts through graphics and digital media.
Wawan Sofwan
A theatre and musical director, monologue performer, and playwright. Wawan has received a German language scholarship from Goethe-Institut for studies in Bandung, Berlin, and Mannheim, and an internship scholarship from the International Theatre Institute at Theater Triebwerk, Hamburg. He has directed German plays like Faust I, Gott ist ein DJ, and Arturo Ui, and performed monologues from works such as Der Kontrabass and Also Sprach Zarathustra. He manages Studio Mainmonolog Bandung and Stage of Wawan Sofwan.
Location
GoetheHaus Jakarta
Pusat Kebudayaan Jerman
Jl. Sam Ratulangi 9-15
Jakarta 10350
Indonesia
Pusat Kebudayaan Jerman
Jl. Sam Ratulangi 9-15
Jakarta 10350
Indonesia