KAJIAN ESTETIKA PERTUNJUKAN WAYANG KULIT LAKON SALYA BEGAL SAJIAN PURBO ASMORO

Abstract

This research was to gain an understanding of the form of the performance of the story Salya
Begal, the values it contained, and the treatment of the various elements of the performance of
Salya Begal by Purbo Asmoro. The study used an analytical descriptive method and an approach
based on the aesthetics of the art of puppetry. The data was collected through indirect observation, a bibliographical study and interviews. The results of the research showed that the form of
the performance of Salya Begal by Purbo Asmoro was a condensed performance of shadow
puppet theatre, containing the essence of the story which carried weight and depth of meaning.
The values contained in the story of Salya Begal include: loyalty, affection, heroism, humanitarianism, harmony, and justice. The arrangement and treatment of the performance of Salya
Begal not only paid attention to its visual or entertainment aspects but also placed strong
emphasis on its important spiritual values, while at the same time taking careful consideration of
its aesthetical values. Hence, it can be said that the aesthetical values found in the treatment of
dialogue in Purbo Asmoro’s performance of Salya Begal contain messages which can enrich
spiritual experiences, broaden perceptions, and increase human pride and dignity, which in turn
will bring greater stability to people’s lives.
Keywords: aesthetical values, Salya Begal.