Wayang Wong Bali performance in era pandemic Covid 19

Abstract

This article aims to discuss the art of Wayang Wong Bali during the Covid 19 pandemic era. In line with the influence of the Covid 19 pandemic amid climate change and the tendency for many people to choose to stay at home, it has implications for the Balinese Wayang Wong performance’s marginalization. However, there appear to be differences in the presentation of the Wayang Wong Bali performance during the Covid 19 pandemic. The questions are : (1) What is the form of the Wayang Wong Bali performing arts in the Covid 19 pandemic era?; (2) What are the implications for their environment and the Wayang Wong performance art itself?. The research, which is located in Bali, was conducted using qualitative methods to study the Balinese Wayang Wong in the era of the Covid 19 pandemic. In this study, the data sources were the Wayang Wong Performing Arts performed by the millennial generation themselves, dancers, figures, and observers of the Balinese Wayang Wong performing arts. All data collected through observation, interviews, and literature study techniques were analyzed using aesthetic theory and reception theory. Based on the results of this study it can be concluded that : (1). The Millennials presented the Wayang Wong Bali Performing Arts during the pandemic era in the form of a technology-based mini oratorium. This can be seen from the way of presentation, fashion make-up, narration, and musical accompaniment from the show. (2) The development of Wayang Wong performing arts during the pandemic seems to have indirect implications for reducing audience concerns about disasters due to climate change and cultural enrichment, namely the emergence of new performing arts, cultural preservation, and character strengthening for those involved.