Lecturer of Fashion Design Study Program Embellish Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance

Lecturer of Fashion Design Study Program Embellish Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance

Photo: Costumes worn by (from left to right) characters Galuh, Prabu, and Putri in the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Jaba Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday, (3/3).

The remarkable work of faculty members of the Fashion Design Study Program, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design, Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar-Bali added beauty to the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, on Sunday, March 3, 2024.

Photo: Costume worn by the character Gerantang in the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Jaba Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday, (3/3).

All costumes worn by characters in the dance drama “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” are the work of one of the faculty members of the Fashion Design Study Program at ISI Denpasar, Dr. A.A.Ngr.Anom Mayun K.Tenaya, M.Si. The costumes, consisting of clothing and gelungan headpieces, were specially designed for the 11 characters of the dance drama. The characters include Cupak, Gerantang, Prabu, Putri, Galuh, Banasati, Tuadaya, Penasar, Wijil, Pan Bekung, and Men Bekung.

Dr. A.A.Ngr.Anom Mayun K.Tenaya, M.Si., explained that the costume making process began in January 2024 and was completed by the end of February 2024. These costumes are not only his own work but also involve collaboration with faculty members of the Visual Communication Design Study Program, namely Cokorda Alit Artawan, S.Sn., M.Sn. The collaboration between these two study programs has produced stunning costumes that enrich the visual aspect of the dance drama performance.

Dr. A.A.Ngr.Anom Mayun K.Tenaya, M.Si., explained that they started by conducting in-depth research on the characters and backgrounds of each character in the dance drama. After that, they designed costume concepts that reinforce the identity and personality of each character.

Next, the design team selected materials that matched the desired theme and aesthetics. They considered factors such as comfort for the dancers, durability, and the ability to express body movements freely.

Photo: Costumes worn by the characters Penasar and Wijil in the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan Performance “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Jaba Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday, (3/3).

Once the design and materials were decided, the manufacturing process began meticulously. From fabric cutting, hand stitching, to small details such as embellishments and accessories, everything was done with dedication. Collaboration between faculty members of the Fashion Design and Visual Communication Design Programs ensures that each costume not only reflects visual beauty but also conveys a strong narrative.

“The creative process of making costumes for ‘Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma’ has been an inspiring journey for us. We strive to create costumes that not only enhance visual appearance but also depict the character and profound meaning of each character in the dance drama,” said the faculty member born on March 1, 1968. (ISIDps/Humas-RT)

Students of Karawitan Study Program ISI Denpasar Accompanies the Performance of Bhakti Widya Kahuripan

Students of Karawitan Study Program ISI Denpasar Accompanies the Performance of Bhakti Widya Kahuripan

Photo: The gamelan players from the Karawitan Study Program of ISI Denpasar in the Performance of Bhakti Widya Kahuripan at Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday (3/3).

Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar-Bali held the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma” at Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday, March 3, 2024, evening.

The composition of the Karawitan Study Program, Faculty of Performing Arts, ISI Denpasar, became the main accompaniment in the dance drama “Cupak Gerantang Anglanglang Dharma”. Not only that, the Balinese gamelan also complemented the performance by accompanying the Kakuwung War Dance and Rejang Sadhyang Ulu Rani, and presenting Tabuh Kebyar Dang Citta Utsawa and Tabuh Gambang Suling as the opening acts.

This monumental and harmonious traditional Balinese music piece was composed by three prominent lecturers from the Faculty of Performing Arts, ISI Denpasar, namely Dean Dr. I Ketut Garwa, Coordinator of the Karawitan Arts Study Program I Nyoman Kariasa, M.Sn., and Head of the Performing Arts Education Study Program Laboratory, I Wayan Diana, S.Sn., M.Sn.

Photo: The gamelan players from the Karawitan Study Program of ISI Denpasar in the Performance of Bhakti Widya Kahuripan at Pura Pasar Agung, Batur Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Sunday (3/3).

According to the Coordinator of the Karawitan Arts Study Program I Nyoman Kariasa, M.Sn., the composition of the percussion for the Bhakti Widya Kahuripan performance has been prepared and practiced with students for 2 months, starting from January 2024. A total of 24 percussionists contributed to perfecting this work. They consisted of 4 lecturers, 3 educational staff, and 17 students of the Karawitan Arts Study Program.

“This composition is a form of realization of the learning outcomes that students of Karawitan Study Program have obtained and demonstrates their dedication to the rich values and beauty of traditional Balinese art,” he said.

Nyoman Kariasa hopes that this performance will not only enrich the local community’s artistic insight but also serve as tangible evidence of the sustainability of Bali’s cultural heritage that needs to be preserved and appreciated by younger generations. “With the spirit of Bhakti Widya Kahuripan, ISI Denpasar continues to play an active role in preserving and developing traditional arts as an integral part of Indonesia’s cultural identity,” he said. (ISIDps/Humas-RT)

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