Preservation of Reog Ponorogo in Contemporary Society

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10.2991/978-2-38476-228-6_19How to use a DOI?

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cultural preservation; Reog Ponorogo; traditional heirs; contemporary society

Abstract

Reog Ponorogo is a traditional performance art that originated from Ponorogo Regency in East Java, Indonesia. It involves a combination of dance, music, and acrobatic movements, as well as elaborate costumes and props. Reog Ponorogo is considered as a cultural heritage that reflects the history, identity, and values of the local community. However, Reog Ponorogo also faces various challenges and threats in its preservation and development, such as the scarcity of raw materials and craftsmen, the lack of interest and regeneration of the younger generation, and the adaptation and innovation of the art in different contexts. This study aims to explore how the Reog Ponorogo community in Ponorogo Regency and Jakarta cope with these challenges and participate in the cultural heritage preservation. Using a qualitative case study approach, this study collects data from observations and interviews with Reog Ponorogo performers, craftsmen, and organizers in both regions. This study employs the social cohesion theory as a framework to analyze the data and to understand the dynamics factors that affect the social cohesion of the Reog Ponorogo community. The social cohesion theory suggests that social cohesion involves three dimensions: social relations, sense of belonging, and orientation towards the common good. This study finds that the Reog Ponorogo community in both regions has different levels and types of social cohesion, depending on their incentives, norms, resources, and networks. This study also provides some recommendations for enhancing social cohesion within and between Reog Ponorogo communities, and for promoting their cultural contributions and recognition in society.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Genardi Atmadiredja
AU  - Damardjati Kun Marjanto
AU  - Ihya Ulumuddin
AU  - Unggul Sudrajat
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/06/12
TI  - Preservation of Reog Ponorogo in Contemporary Society
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Multidisciplinary Studies (ICoMSi 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 229
EP  - 244
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-228-6_19
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-228-6_19
ID  - Atmadiredja2024
ER  -