Goenawan Mohamad


Country: Indonesia

Goenawan Mohamad was the chief editor of the prominent Tempo weekly newsmagazine, where he’s still contributing his famous weekly columns Catatan Pinggir (Sidelines). A prolific writer, he has published more than 20 essay books, five stage plays, and a novel, along with a number of poetry collections. He’s also known as a visual artist. His works have been featured in solo exhibitions across Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Semarang, Magelang, and Bali.

Goenawan Mohamad pernah menjadi pemimpin redaksi majalah berita mingguan ternama Tempo, tempat ia masih menyumbangkan kolom mingguannya yang termashyur, Catatan Pinggir. Seorang penulis produktif, ia telah menerbitkan lebih dari 20 buku esai, lima naskah panggung dan sebuah novel, juga beberapa buku puisi. Ia juga dikenal sebagai seorang perupa. Karya-karyanya telah ditampilkan dalam pameran tunggal di Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Semarang, Magelang dan Bali.

Appearing in

Main Program | Potency of Political Art: Edel Rodriguez and Goenawan Mohamad

Join us for a fascinating discussion on the potency of Political Art, featuring acclaimed artists Edel Rodriguez and Goenawan Mohamad. In an insightful dialogue, these two pioneering artists will delve …


Main Program | Goenawan Mohamad’s Journey

For 46 years, Goenawan Mohamad, a renowned wordsmith, poet, playwright, and visual artist, entertained readers with 2,207 thought-provoking articles Catatan Pinggir in Tempo, leaving an indelible mark on Indonesian journalism. …