Tradition Art & Performance
Banyumasan Wayang Kulit
A shadow puppet performance with the Ngapak dialect and the character Bawor as the egalitarian center of the story.
Discussion
The Banyumasan style Wayang Kulit is characterized by the use of the Ngapak dialect in its dialogue, providing a closer and more down-to-earth impression for local audiences.
The character Bawor, as the mascot of Banyumas, holds a central role in this performance, often delivering social criticism and honest humor (cablaka), different from the more rigid Mataraman wayang conventions.
"Ngapak Dialect"
Main Essence
Documentation
Visual Essence
Fragments of honesty captured by the lens.
Fast Facts
Origin
Banyumas
Culture Type
Performing Art
Main Meaning
Local Wisdom
Social Role
Education & Entertainment
"Banyumasan Wayang is a mirror of honesty behind the shadow of the screen."
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