Analysis of dancer in the choreography of the Lilin Siwa dance group in Palembang, South Sumatra

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ID20253118
AuthorsRully Rochayati (0000-0002-5835-8414, State University of Semarang), Muhammad Jazuli (0000-0002-3389-4341, State University of Semarang, corresponding author), Hartono Hartono (0000-0002-6091-8548, State University of Semarang), Wahyu Lestari (0000-0002-8427-5022, State University of Semarang)
Year2025
Volume12
Issue1
Publication date2025-12-31
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueCogent Arts and Humanities (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2331-1983 • E-ISSN: 2331-1983
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/23311983.2025.2474877
OpenAlexW4409049732
LanguageEN
References cited35

The polemic for Palembang artists is about dancers. Physically, the established size standards give rise to discrimination for some groups in society. This research emerged because the Lilin Siwa dance does not consider physical size standards, but emphasizes that good dancers can perform dance techniques proportionally. The role of dancers in group choreography is very important, especially in the Lilin Siwa Dance. However, the dancer aspect is often overlooked, even though certain skills are needed that are more than just a performance. The purpose of the research is to examine the specific aspects of dancers in group choreography in the Lilin Siwa Dance. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The analysis identified aspects of the number of dancers, gender and body posture, unity of composition in the group, determination of direction position, distance between dancers, and the presence of the main dancer. Until now, the Lilin Siwa Dance is still preserved by the local community and formal education environment. The research contributes to offering insight into the dancer aspect in dance performances. Increasing awareness of knowledge and mastery of dancer factors for the effectiveness of the Lilin Siwa Dance performance

Art · Choreography · Dance · Visual arts · Cultural and Artistic Studies · Diversity and Impact of Dance · Human Motion and Animation

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