MENCIPTAKAN TARI KREASI (TEMA)

Summary

In this lesson on creating choreographic dance steps, the teacher introduces students to the concept of dance themes. The lesson covers the definition of a theme, types of themes (literal and non-literal), sources of themes (such as folklore, daily life, fairy tales, and legends), and various examples, including dramatic, non-dramatic, erotic, heroic, imitative, and mime themes. The goal is to help students understand the role of themes in dance creation, emphasizing storytelling, aesthetic value, and cultural significance in choreography.

Takeaways

• 😀 The lesson is about creating a choreographic dance, specifically focusing on understanding themes in dance creations.
• 😀 The learning objective is to help students describe, identify, and compare different themes in dance, as well as to analyze their sources and meanings.
• 😀 A key concept introduced is the definition of 'theme' in dance, which refers to the meaning or core idea that drives a story in a work of art.
• 😀 A second definition of 'theme' is that it represents the central idea or issue upon which a story or artwork is based.
• 😀 Two main categories of dance themes are introduced: literal and non-literal.
• 😀 Literal themes in dance include storytelling elements such as fairy tales, legends, historical events, and folk stories.
• 😀 Non-literal themes focus on aesthetics and artistic expression, often with no narrative intent, aiming purely for visual or motion-based beauty.
• 😀 TikTok dances are used as an example of non-literal themes, especially popular among younger generations.
• 😀 Sources of themes for dances can include folklore, daily life, fairy tales, and legends.
• 😀 Examples of different types of dance themes are provided, including dramatic, non-dramatic, erotic, heroic, imitative, and pantomime themes.
• 😀 The lesson concludes with a review of how understanding these themes can help students create original choreographic works and improve their dance compositions.

Q & A

What is the primary goal of this lesson on creating dance compositions?

The primary goal of this lesson is to help students understand how to create a dance composition using themes. They will learn to identify and analyze different types of themes and their sources.

What are the learning objectives for this lesson?

The learning objectives are: 1) Explain the concept of a theme in dance. 2) Identify types of dance themes. 3) Analyze sources of dance themes. 4) Compare examples of dance themes.

How does Canton & Jenny define the term 'theme' in dance?

Canton & Jenny define 'theme' as the meaning contained within the story or idea expressed in the dance composition.

What is the difference between a literal theme and a non-literal theme in dance?

A literal theme tells a specific story, such as folklore or historical events, while a non-literal theme focuses on aesthetics, movement, and beauty without telling a specific story.

What are some examples of sources for themes in dance?

Sources for themes in dance include folklore, everyday life, fairytales, and legends.

What is a dramatic theme in dance?

A dramatic theme in dance is one where the dance tells a story, often using dialogue, music, or songs, like 'Wayang Wong' or 'Langendrian'.

What is the key characteristic of a non-dramatic theme?

A non-dramatic theme does not tell a specific story; instead, it focuses on expressing emotions or abstract ideas through movement.

Can you explain what an erotic theme in dance involves?

An erotic theme in dance involves expressing love and romantic relationships, often depicted through the interaction of a man and a woman, like in 'Parijabat Sipit' from Banyumas.

What is an example of a heroic theme in dance?

A heroic theme in dance portrays bravery and heroism, such as in 'Prawiroguno' from Central Java, where strength and courage are highlighted.

What does an imitative theme in dance focus on?

An imitative theme in dance focuses on mimicking animals or natural movements, as seen in dances like 'Tari Kupu-Kupu' (Butterfly Dance) or 'Tari Merak' (Peacock Dance).