Ubud: Dance Show + Dinner at Lost City – Story of Humanity

This Ubud night is interesting because you get a full-on dance show with audience participation tied to a story, right alongside dinner at Lost City. You don’t just sit and watch, you pick a side on arrival, Lemuria or Atlantia, and the action is staged around your space.

I love two things here. First, the all-you-can-eat buffet with BBQ and dishes from ancient-civilization themes, with vegan, vegetarian, and halal choices. Second, the human energy, with staff like host Arthur and servers such as Claudia helping the evening feel personal and smooth.

One consideration before you go: access includes steep stairs to reach the stage and restaurant area. If you have limited mobility, plan carefully. Also, it starts at 6:30 pm and lasts about 1 hour 20 minutes, so build in travel time from central Ubud.

Key highlights to know before you book

Choose your allegiance on arrival, Lemurian (people and nature) or Atlantian (technology and productivity).

Interactive audience participation, including moments where dancers engage directly with you.

Buffet dinner is included, with BBQ plus vegan, vegetarian, and halal options (drinks not included).

A real sense of story pacing, from the royal wedding scene to a conflict that pulls you through the narrative.

Steep stairs are part of the setup, so go in prepared if stairs are hard for you.

Mobile ticket for entry, and the venue is near public transportation.

Why Lost City’s Story of Humanity is a fun Ubud night

If you’re looking for a classic Ubud evening but want something more participatory than a standard dance performance, this fits the bill. The format is simple: dinner first, then a story told through dance, with you and other audience members brought into the action.

The big charm is the way the show is structured around the audience. You choose a side when you arrive, and that choice becomes part of how the story unfolds around you. It’s not just theater. It’s theater that wants your reactions.

And the food helps. You’re not paying just for a show. You’re paying for a dinner-buffet experience that includes vegan, vegetarian, and halal options, so most people can eat comfortably without hunting around town for a separate meal.

Choosing Lemuria vs Atlantia, and what that means during the show

On arrival you pick your allegiance: Lemuria or Atlantia. Lemuria is framed as connected to people and nature, while Atlantia leans on technology and productivity. The story sets them up as rivals with an ongoing conflict, and the dancers build scenes that play out that tension around your group.

What I like about this setup is that it gives your evening a hook. Instead of wondering what’s happening, you’re actively tracking the narrative through your chosen side. You also get more out of the show if you’re willing to follow instructions and join in when prompted.

The show includes a scene that kicks things off with a royal wedding for Shauja and Halifu, then moves into the Lemurians’ celebration and connection. Later, the Atlanteans attack, and the story escalates into the idea that many Lemurians are lost. You’re meant to react, interact, and stay engaged as the drama shifts.

A quick practical note: one theme that came through from real-world experience is that your role can be confusing if sound is unclear or if the host explanation doesn’t land. My advice is to arrive a few minutes early, listen for where staff want you, and watch the performers for cues if audio feels off.

The dinner setup: buffet value, bowl-style serving, and dietary options

Dinner is included and is set up as an eat all you can buffet. You’ll find dishes themed around ancient civilizations, including BBQ, and you choose what your food is made of so dietary needs are handled without a separate line for special meals.

What you can count on from the information provided:

• Vegan, vegetarian, and halal options are available.
• Drinks are not included (alcoholic beverages also aren’t included).
• Food may be served in traditional-style wood bowls, which adds to the feeling that you’re eating inside the story world.

Why this matters for value: at $26.20, you’re essentially paying for a packaged night where dinner is part of the ticket. If you were going to eat in Ubud anyway, this can be a low-stress way to avoid picking a restaurant, then worrying about making it back for a show later.

What to do if you’re hungry: eat early. Because it’s a show and a story, you do not want to be halfway through dinner when the first dancing begins. Build a buffer so you can finish, get comfortable, and focus when the action starts.

Inside the Lemuria show: story beats and the audience role

This is a one-stop evening, centered on Lemuria: the Story of Humanity. Expect a night that moves through a set of story scenes rather than a random set of numbers. The pacing matters, because your audience participation is tied to what’s happening in the narrative.

The show starts with the ethereal Lemuria Harmony Dance. It’s framed around the royal wedding of Shauja and Halifu and sets the mood for Lemuria. The dancers then bring out the idea that Lemurians live in connection with each other and nature, and that this peaceful balance is threatened.

Then the Atlanteans enter. This is where the story’s conflict gets clearer, with Atlantian ideas centered on technology as the path to human happiness. You’ll see the tension play out with dancer movements and staging, and that’s also where you’ll likely notice prompts for audience participation.

As the Atlanteans attack, the show leans into the consequences for Lemuria, including the idea that many Lemurians are lost. The end of the show includes excitement such as fire-dancing, so if you’re going for a memorable spectacle rather than just a cultural performance, this delivers that energy.

One more helpful detail: this experience is designed for most travelers to participate, but your body has to be able to move through the venue. Plan to stand, shift position, and follow the flow when staff direct you. If you know stairs and crowded spaces wear you out fast, consider going with a lighter pace before this at Ubud.

Timing and getting there: the 6:30 pm start plus Ubud traffic reality

The event begins at 6:30 pm and runs about 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.). That timing is useful because it slots neatly into your Ubud evening without stealing your whole night.

It’s also helpful that the venue is near public transportation. Still, most people will be using a driver or rideshare from central Ubud. One practical issue is that even a short distance can take longer at peak traffic. From the information shared, a trip from Ubud center can sometimes take much longer due to traffic and rain, even if the road distance is not huge.

My practical advice:

• If you’re staying in the center, leave earlier than your map says.
• In rainy weather, plan extra buffer time. Rain can slow down everything, including rides.
• If you’re worried about the return ride after the show, arrange that before you start dinner, so you’re not scrambling in the dark.

Who should book this, and who might skip it

This works best if you want more than a passive show. You’ll get the most out of it if you’re open to interacting when prompts happen and if you like story-driven theater with a clear theme.

It’s also a good fit if food needs are part of your planning. With vegan, vegetarian, and halal options, you can eat without doing the usual Ubud problem of finding a place that matches your group’s restrictions.

I’d be cautious if any of these apply:

• Stairs are hard for you, since access involves steep stairs to reach the stage and restaurant area.
• You hate attention on you at all. The show involves audience participation, so you should expect some involvement, even if you can keep it simple and follow staff cues.
• You’re coming only for the show and plan to skip dinner. The evening is built as a combined meal-and-performance experience, so skipping dinner reduces the value of the ticket.

Good news: service animals are welcome, and most travelers can participate. So if you plan with those limits in mind, it can be a smooth evening.

Price and value check: what $26.20 buys you in Ubud

For $26.20 per person, you’re getting three things bundled together: dinner, access to the Lost City site, and the interactive dance show.

Let’s talk value realistically. If you were paying separately for dinner plus a paid show in Ubud, the total usually adds up quickly. Here, dinner is included with BBQ and buffet options plus vegan, vegetarian, and halal choices, and drinks are extra. That makes it easier to control your budget if you skip alcohol.

The show itself is designed to keep you involved, with a narrative that gives the evening structure. The fire-dancing also adds a level of spectacle that many standard dinner shows aim for.

My bottom-line take: it’s good value if you’ll actually eat dinner and if you’re comfortable with stairs and being part of an interactive environment. If you want a quiet, purely seated performance with zero participation, you may feel like it’s working harder than you wanted.

Should you book the Lemuria Lost City Story of Humanity show?

You should book if you want a story-based interactive night in Ubud, you have dietary needs that are handled on-site, and you’d enjoy fire-dancing plus a buffet meal in the same ticket. It’s a solid pick for couples, friends, and families who are willing to move a bit and follow instructions.

You might skip or choose carefully if stairs are an issue for your group or if you get stressed by audience participation. In that case, consider doing a different Ubud dance option that is more seated and easier to access.

If you do book, go with a simple game plan: arrive early enough to settle before dinner starts, eat first, and stay alert for staff cues. If audio or instructions feel unclear at any moment, watch the dancers and don’t be afraid to ask a staff member for guidance. That keeps the night fun, not confusing.

FAQ

What does the ticket include?

Your ticket includes a buffet dinner and access to the Lost City site, plus the interactive dance show called the Story of Humanity.

What time does the show start?

The experience starts at 6:30 pm.

How long is the experience?

It lasts about 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.).

Is dinner included, and can I eat enough?

Yes. Dinner is included as an eat-all-you-can buffet.

Are vegan, vegetarian, or halal options available?

Yes. Vegan, vegetarian, and halal options are available.

Are drinks included with dinner?

No. Drinks are not included. Alcoholic beverages are also not included.

Is the show interactive?

Yes. The show includes audience participation.

Can I choose between sides?

Yes. You choose allegiance on arrival, either the Lemurian side or the Atlantian side.

Is the venue accessible for people with mobility issues?

Most travelers can participate, but access to the stage and restaurant involves steep stairs, so it may be difficult for guests with limited mobility.

Is a mobile ticket used?

Yes. The experience uses a mobile ticket.

Is free cancellation available?

Yes. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance of the experience’s start time, and the experience requires good weather.