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From Moral Teachings to Entertainment: Dysfunction of the “Pakem” Rules in Wayang Purwa Performances in the Contemporary Era Bagong Pujiono; Iwan Budi Santoso; Dru Hendro; Tatik Harpawati
Jurnal Kawistara Vol 16, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Gadjah Mada

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The dysfunction of the “pakem” rules in contemporary wayang purwa performances has become a significant phenomenon that has changed the face of this traditional art. Pakem, which should serve as a guideline for the narrative, characters, plot, dialogue, and ethics of the performance, has shifted from its role as an aesthetic standard toward more pragmatic and market-oriented considerations. This shift has caused the dysfunction of the “pakem” rules in wayang performances, which previously upheld traditions and noble values, to now be more oriented towards entertainment and market demands. This study aims to analyze the impact of the dysfunction of the “pakem” rules on the quality of wayang purwa performances in the contemporary era, focusing on three main aspects: the simplification of sulukan, the shift of authority from the dalang to guest stars, and extreme changes in performance style. Qualitative data obtained through in-depth interviews with puppeteers, musicians, and art observers were used to analyze this phenomenon. This analysis is also supported by relevant literature to provide a broader context for the changes occurring in puppetry practices. The results of the study show that the dysfunction of the “pakem” rules tends to influence the perceived quality of wayang performances, leading to the loss of the cultural and aesthetic depth that has been the identity of wayang purwa. This decline in performance quality also reflects a shift in orientation from moral teachings to mere entertainment. Therefore, further research is needed to enrich our understanding of wayang performances in the contemporary era, especially in efforts to revitalize pakem and reinforce traditional values in wayang performances.
Cultural Sustainability and Social Revitalization Through Performer Regeneration: A Case of Wayang Wong Sriwedari Dwi Rahmani; Dwi Rahmani; Iwan Budi Santoso
Jurnal Pembelajaran, Bimbingan, dan Pengelolaan Pendidikan Vol. 6 No. 11 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Malang

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The field research conducted in this paper is situated against the backdrop of the need for traditional performing arts across the whole territory of Indonesia to adapt to contemporary social, cultural, and institutional conditions. Focusing on the Wayang Wong Sriwedari Javanese classical dance theater in Surakarta Indonesia, this study examines how intergenerational renewal drives artistic change and underpins cultural sustainability. Data was collected through interviews, field observations, and archival records. Preliminary findings show that young troupe members who have received formal arts education have adjusted the company’s stage composition, rehearsal processes, and social positioning. Recruiting within local government processes to help increase organizational stability and professionalization, giving even more power back to artistic collectives matched to these strategic interests locally. Furthermore, reimagined performance aesthetics embolden viewer engagement more broadly, the renewed public interest in traditional art forms is reflected in this developing sensibility. The extent and breadth of this evolution demonstrates that regeneration operates as an integrated multi-faceted set of approaches that draw on the intertwined processes of aesthetic making, civic and collective response. Some experts outline core arguments that heritage performing arts convincingly function as essential instruments for the restoration of society whenever duly supported by sound cultural policymaking and sustained participation from communities. Therefore, scholars should strive to embrace broader definitions of cultural sustainability that position it not simply as preservation but rather a dynamic continuum that intersects with regeneration in art and public interest in institutional governance and meaning.
REVITALISASI PASAR SARWOASRI DAN PARISUKO: PENATAAN LAPAK DAN INOVASI PRODUK KULINER UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PEREKONOMIAN Santoso, Iwan Budi; Pujiono, Bagong; Andriyanto, Iyok
Kumawula: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol 9, No 2 (2026): Kumawula: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
Publisher : Universitas Padjadjaran

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This Community Service program is titled "Revitalization of Sarwoasri and Parisuko Markets: Stall Arrangement and Culinary Product Innovation to Improve the Economy." Culinary markets are crucial to the local economy and serve as community hubs. Revitalizing them restores their function as both economic centers and cultural spaces. This program consists of several stages: analyzing traders' needs, rearranging stalls to make them more strategic and attractive, providing workshop-based digital marketing training, and developing culinary product innovations. The needs analysis identifies the traders' main problems. The stall rearrangement creates a more organized, comfortable, and attractive market environment. The digital marketing training helps traders use social media and digital platforms to promote sales. Culinary product innovation enhances product quality, hygiene, variety, and packaging to better match market preferences, thereby adding value and appeal. These activities lead to significant improvements in market management, product quality, and the traders' marketing skills. Besides providing economic benefits, the revitalization also strengthens local identity by making the market a space for social and cultural interaction. The program increases traders' income in the short term and supports sustainable economic development in the long term. Evaluation and monitoring are conducted regularly to ensure the program's sustainability and to provide recommendations for further market development.Program kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat dilaksanakan pada kelompok Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) yang berfokus pada pengelolaan pasar kuliner. Pasar kuliner memiliki peran penting dalam perekonomian lokal serta berfungsi sebagai tempat interaksi sosial dan budaya masyarakat. Oleh karena itu, revitalisasi pasar kuliner menjadi langkah penting untuk mengembalikan fungsinya, tidak hanya sebagai pusat transaksi ekonomi, tetapi juga sebagai ruang budaya yang mempererat hubungan masyarakat. Program ini dilaksanakan melalui beberapa tahap, antara lain analisis kebutuhan pedagang, penataan kembali lapak yang strategis dan menarik, pelatihan berbasis workshop mengenai pemasaran digital, dan inovasi produk kuliner. Analisis kebutuhan bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi masalah utama yang dihadapi oleh pedagang, sementara penataan lapak bertujuan menciptakan lingkungan pasar yang lebih teratur, nyaman, dan menarik bagi konsumen. Pelatihan digital marketing dirancang untuk meningkatkan keterampilan pedagang dalam memanfaatkan media sosial dan platform digital sebagai alat promosi penjualan. Inovasi produk kuliner difokuskan pada peningkatan kualitas, kebersihan, variasi, serta kemasan yang sesuai dengan selera pasar, sehingga produk-produk tersebut memiliki nilai tambah dan daya tarik yang lebih tinggi. Berdasarkan survei kepuasan pedagang, observasi di lapangan, dan checklist data pengunjung yang dikelola manajemen pasar, didapati data yang cukup memuaskan, Hasil dari kegiatan ini menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan dalam pengelolaan pasar, kualitas produk, serta keterampilan pedagang dalam memasarkan produk secara modern. Selain manfaat ekonomi, revitalisasi ini juga berdampak pada penguatan identitas lokal, karena pasar kembali berfungsi sebagai ruang interaksi sosial dan budaya masyarakat. Dengan demikian, kegiatan ini tidak hanya memberikan dampak jangka pendek berupa peningkatan pendapatan pedagang, tetapi juga memberikan kontribusi jangka panjang terhadap pembangunan ekonomi berkelanjutan. Evaluasi dan monitoring dilakukan secara berkala untuk memastikan keberlanjutan program serta merumuskan rekomendasi pengembangan pasar kuliner.
Material Transformation and Cultural Aesthetics in Javanese Keris Pamor: A Perspective on Sustainable Art Darmojo, Kuntadi Wasi; Santoso, Iwan Budi; Suzuki, Ippei
Bahasa dan Seni: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, Seni, dan Pengajarannya
Publisher : citeus

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This study investigates the transformation of discarded motorcycle shock absorber material into an alternative material for producing pamor in traditional Javanese keris craftsmanship from the interdisciplinary perspectives of material culture, visual aesthetics, and sustainable craft practice. A practice-based research approach combined with descriptive qualitative methods was employed through material exploration, traditional forging experiments, pamor formation, keris production, visual observation, and cultural interpretation. The findings demonstrate that discarded motorcycle shock absorber material can be incorporated into the traditional forging process to produce stable, layered pamor patterns. The resulting pamor exhibited black, dark gray, and dull silvery-white tones, a layered surface structure, balanced visual composition, and characteristics resembling the traditional beras wutah motif. These visual qualities were consistent with established aesthetic principles of traditional Javanese keris craftsmanship, including pasikutan. The findings further indicate that the visual identity of pamor emerges through the interaction among material properties, traditional forging techniques, visual composition, and embodied craft knowledge rather than depending exclusively on conventional materials such as meteorite and nickel. From a material culture perspective, the transformation of a discarded industrial component into pamor demonstrates how recycled material can acquire new aesthetic and cultural significance through traditional craftsmanship. The study contributes to discussions of material innovation, cultural continuity, and sustainable craft by demonstrating the potential of recycled industrial materials to support contemporary experimentation while maintaining recognizable visual characteristics of traditional Javanese keris craftsmanship.