The Style Of The Celengan Dance In The Jaranan Art Performance In Kediri

Abstract

This research explores the style of Celengan dance within

Jaranan performances in Kediri, East Java. Celengan dance represents

the wild boar character, traditionally performed by male dancers with

vigorous and aggressive movements. This study aims to describe the

form, symbolic meaning, and role of Celengan dance in the context of

Jaranan. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through

field observations, in-depth interviews with dancers, leaders of Jaranan

groups, and literature review. The findings reveal that Piggy bank dance

incorporates low postures, dynamic gestures, and expressive facial

movements, representing characteristics of cunning, greed, and

spontaneity. In contemporary performances, female dancers have also

begun performing this role, contributing to a new interpretation of the

Celengan character. This study highlights how the Piggy Bank dance

not only serves as entertainment but also as a medium for symbolic

expression and cultural preservation.