THE BUROK ART OF MEKAR BUDAYA IN KUBANGSARI VILLAGE, SARIREJAVILLAGE HEAD, TANJUNG DISTRICT, BREBES REGENCY

Abstract

This research was aimed to describe the origin of Burok art, Burok art procession and also benefits of Burok art for its supporting community. This was a qualitative research method. Data was gathered by an observation, in-depth interview and documentation. This research subject was researcher herself that was assisted by a digital camera, recorder and a writing device. Data was analyzed using a descriptive qualitative method. Data was validated using a triangulation technique. The research results yielded: (1) the origin of Burok. (2) Burok art performance was divided into three stages include (a) performance opening, (b) performance core. There were several Burok art performance cores include kuda lumping performance, barongsai, Burok ayu and parade, and (c) performance closure shown sulap (trick) and sintren, (3) the benefits of Burok art for the community included (a) spiritual benefit, (b) social benefit, (c) tradition preservation benefit and (d) entertainment benefit.

Keywords: art, traditional art, Burok art.