Lekesan: Interdisciplinary Journal of Asia Pacific Arts
Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)

THE SYMBOLIC MEANING OF KEMBANG URA DANCE IN THE SIDAKARYA MASK TRADITION: AN ETHNO-AESTHETIC STUDY

Dewa Ayu Galih Mas Narapadi (Unknown)
Ni Made Ruastiti (ISI Bali)
Kompiang Gede Widnyana (Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Jun 2026

Abstract

The Kembang Ura Dance is a contemporary work reinterpreting the flower-scattering ritual of the Sidakarya Mask, a vital component of Balinese Hindu ceremonies. This study examines how ritual actions are transformed into aesthetic choreography without losing spiritual depth or profaning sacred symbols. Employing a qualitative method with ethno-aesthetic and ethnochoreological approaches, the research analyzes the dance’s structure, creative process, and significance. The findings reveal that the dance transcends mere movement; it articulates symbols of purification, universal compassion, and ritual blessing. These meanings are embedded in its choreographic structure, vintage-inspired costumes, and its role as a ritual completer of Yadnya. The study concludes that Kembang Ura Dance serves as a model for ritual-based creative dance, successfully balancing modern aesthetics with the continuity of sacred values within the evolving landscape of contemporary Balinese culture.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

lekesan

Publisher

Subject

Arts Humanities

Description

The journal presents as a medium to share knowledge and understanding art, culture, and design in the area of regional, national, and international levels. The journal accommodates articles from research, creation, and study of art, culture, and design without limiting authors from a variety of ...