Inovasi Seni Pertunjukan Drama Gong Pada Era Digital

Abstract

Artikel ini bertujuan membahas inovasi drama gong pada era digital dewasa ini. Sebagai hasil kajian kualitatif, pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, wawancara mendalam dengan pelaku seni dan penggemar drama gong, dan studi dokumentasi dengan mengkaji kembali lima kisah drama gong yang ditayangkan oleh Bali TV, TVRI Bali dan channel Youtube tahun 2020 dan 2021. Analisis deskriptif kualitatif dilakukan dengan menerapkan teori semiotika dan teori interasionisme simbolik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan, eksistensi drama gong sampai dekade 2000-an telah mengalami inovasi, meliputi: (1) kemasan cerita; (2) regenerasi pemain dengan melibatkan generasi muda Bali; (3) dialog, (4) setting/tata panggung; (5) adanya kolaborasi dengan seniman non drama gong; dan (6) pemanfaatan teknologi digital dalam proses pengemasan dan penyaluran pertunjukan drama gong. Inovasi drama gong dalam dekade 2000-an ini mengindiasikan bahwa seni tradisional berbahasa Bali ini tetap eksis dan mampu mengikuti perkembangan zaman. Inovasi drama gong model baru memperoleh sambutan positif dari masyarakat Bali, termasuk penggemar drama gong dari kalangan anak muda Bali.

Ki Madhari

“…The Nabawadatala custom called rukunan is a forum for creating an image of the value of the people of Citengah Village, Sumedang Regency, West Java, which has an important role in building and developing cultural wealth and creating something more valuable in various aspects of culture. This is in line with what was expressed by Sedyawati (2007;Sugita & Tilem Pastika, 2021) that maintaining local culture is the ability of a culture which includes the community to maintain its identity by not rejecting all foreign elements from the outside but by filtering, choosing, and if necessary modify aspects of foreign culture so that they remain in accordance with the character and image of the nation. This Nabawadatala Customary Institution was formed with a general, free, open and familial nature to anyone who wants to accompany the growth and development of the organization by always prioritizing the elements of deliberation and consensus in deciding organizational policies.…”

Modification of Da’wah Through the Art Performance of Ki Dalang Ulin Nuha

“…Sholawat is an effective method to harness the power of art and culture in conveying religious messages. Modified art performances can foster originality and creativity in presenting sholawat, such as by incorporating visually appealing elements, music, and movements (Sugita & Pastika, 2021). The goal is to make the da'wah messages more engaging, relevant, and easily understood by the audience.…”

“…There are several benefits when da'wah is developed; the da'wah message becomes more easily understood by a broader audience, including the younger generation that typically has a stronger connection to art and culture. "Sholawat" lyrics, stories, and dialogues can convey da'wah messages that evoke a sense of piety, enhance religious understanding, and strengthen the spiritual connection with God (Sugita & Pastika, 2021). By consolidating the messages of religious outreach in these art and cultural exhibitions, social qualities can be strengthened and brought to life in the public arena.…”