Revitalization of the Mangkunegaran style dance performance form as an effort to preserve traditional dance

Abstract

This article discusses the revitalization of Gambyong and Langendriyan dance and efforts to preserve Mangkunegaran-style dance. The revitalization was carried out to maintain the Mangkunegaran-style dance. The research method used is qualitative, with an ethno-choreological approach. The data sources used are field data and library data. Data collection techniques used were literature study, observation, and interviews. The results of research revitalization were carried out in the bedhaya, srimpi, gambyong, golek, wireng, and langendriyan dance genres. The detailed revitalization involves the story, dance movements, dance music, costumes, and make-up. Revitalization is also a priority of aesthetic values and ethical and local wisdom. The revitalization results make the Mangkunegaran dance style more dance, engaging and varied. The sustainability of Mangkunegaran-style dance is very important to preserve great values (adiluhung) and noble values (nilai luhur). The public can appreciate Mangkunegaran-style dance forms, both inside and outside the Mangkunegaran Palace.