Informal Transmission of Betawi Dance at Sanggar Kinang Putra

Abstract

Sanggar Kinang Putra is a studio that has played an active role in the preservation and development of Betawi dance since 1918. This studio was originally founded by Djiun and Kinang under the name Grup Topeng Kinang Cisalak. This study aims to describe the informal transmission process of Betawi dance at Sanggar Kinang Putra and analyze the factors that support and hinder its continuity. The methodology used is qualitative with an ethnographic approach. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and literature study. Data analysis uses the concept of cultural transmission from Cavalli-Sforza and the ethnopedagogical concept from Alwasilah. The results of the study show that the informal transmission system of Betawi dance at Sanggar Kinang Putra occurs through three channels, namely vertical inheritance, which occurs historically between generations; horizontal inheritance, which occurs from the core owner to learners outside the organizational system; and diagonal inheritance, which is an activity that can occur through the facilitation of external parties. The success of transmission is reinforced by several supporting factors, including the role of trainers, the learning system, the active role of students, and parental support. The learning processinvolves not only mastering movement techniques but also Betawi cultural values such as independence, discipline, politeness, and mutual cooperation. The main obstacle is the influence of popular culture, which is displacing traditional Betawi arts. This study confirms that Sanggar Kinang Putra is a forum for the transmission of Betawi culture based on local wisdom.