•As in Java, we can see wayangin Bali, traditionally patronized by the royal courts. Thus dance has been developed into a highly ritualized art form.
•We have seen the lion-like barong in Javanese performance. It is very well known in Bali too, where it has a significant ritual role in one of the most important religious performances.
•In Balinese performance, Barong is famous for fighting against the demonic goddess known as Rangda. This is said to represent a battle of good (Barong) versus evil (Rangda), which results in a return to balance between the two sides.
•Predictably, the players in this drama tend to become possessed by the deities while performing.