<![CDATA[This study aims to examine the types and functions of Malay performing arts in Riau Province as a form of cultural expression that carries aesthetic and social values. The research method used is library research, with the subjects consisting of documents, scientific articles, and books relevant to Malay performing arts. The research objects focus on the forms and functions of performing arts such as drama, dance, music, and folk stories that have developed in Riau. Data collection techniques involve reviewing both primary and secondary written sources. The data were analyzed using descriptive-qualitative methods by exploring the content and meanings contained in the literature. The findings indicate that Malay performing arts in Riau function not only as entertainment but also as a medium for preserving cultural values, providing moral education, and maintaining a close connection with the community's religious system. The study concludes that Malay performing arts are an important cultural heritage that should be preserved and adapted in line with the times. The implication of this research can serve as a reference for developing local-based cultural arts curricula in educational institutions]]>
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