BAWANG PUTIH BAWANG MERAH -TEATER MUSIKAL - TEATER PIJAR SMANIGA - PRODUC SUDUT SEKOLAH

Summary

In this lively and humorous retelling of a popular Indonesian folktale, 'Bawang Putih Bawang Merah,' the story follows two sisters with contrasting personalities. Bawang Merah is spoiled and lazy, while Bawang Putih is kind-hearted and hardworking. After their mother marries a widower, Bawang Merah and her mother mistreat Bawang Putih, subjecting her to difficult chores. However, after a magical encounter involving a mysterious box and a helpful elderly woman, Bawang Putih's kindness is rewarded, and the villains face justice. The story conveys the timeless moral that good deeds are eventually rewarded, while wickedness is punished.

Takeaways

• 😀 A widow named Bawang Merah has a beautiful daughter named Bawang Merah, and they live in a village.
• 😀 Bawang Putih, an orphan, lives next door to Bawang Merah and her family.
• 😀 A romantic relationship develops between the widow and a widower, resulting in their marriage and a blended family.
• 😀 Bawang Merah is portrayed as lazy and spoiled, while Bawang Putih is diligent and obedient.
• 😀 The stepmother (the widow) gives Bawang Putih unfair and harsh tasks, further exploiting her.
• 😀 While the family is divided with Bawang Merah and the stepmother being unkind to Bawang Putih, there are moments where kindness and love are expressed.
• 😀 Bawang Putih's life takes a turn when she helps an old woman (a mysterious character) who rewards her with a golden gift.
• 😀 The stepmother and Bawang Merah, jealous of Bawang Putih's newfound wealth, try to manipulate events for their gain.
• 😀 The stepmother and Bawang Merah plot to deceive the old woman and secure the same magical rewards for themselves.
• 😀 Ultimately, the stepmother and Bawang Merah face consequences for their greed, while Bawang Putih is rewarded for her good deeds and kindness.

Q & A

What is the central plot of the script?

The script revolves around a traditional Indonesian folk tale where Bawang Putih, a kind-hearted girl, faces mistreatment from her stepmother and stepsister, Bawang Merah. Through a series of events, Bawang Putih eventually triumphs over their cruelty, learning that good deeds lead to good outcomes, while wickedness is punished.

Who are the main characters in the story?

The main characters include Bawang Putih, the kind and patient daughter; Bawang Merah, the wicked and lazy stepsister; the stepmother, who is also cruel; and the mysterious 'nenek' (grandmother), who plays a role in Bawang Putih's redemption.

How does Bawang Merah treat Bawang Putih?

Bawang Merah is cruel to Bawang Putih, forcing her to do all the housework while she herself avoids work. She is shown to be lazy and manipulative, especially in her interactions with Bawang Putih and their mother.

What role does the 'nenek' (grandmother) play in the story?

The 'nenek' helps Bawang Putih after she loses her clothes in the river. The grandmother provides assistance by retrieving her clothing and in return, Bawang Putih helps the grandmother, which leads to Bawang Putih receiving a mysterious box filled with treasure.

What is the significance of the mysterious box in the plot?

The mysterious box contains treasures, including gold jewelry, which plays a pivotal role in the storyline. It represents the reward for Bawang Putih’s kindness, contrasting with the greedy nature of her stepmother and stepsister who also seek the same treasure.

How do the stepmother and Bawang Merah react when they find out about the treasure?

Upon learning about the treasure, the stepmother and Bawang Merah attempt to deceive and outsmart Bawang Putih. They trick her into revealing the location of the treasure, but their greed leads to their downfall.

What lesson is conveyed through the story's resolution?

The story teaches that good deeds are rewarded, while greed and evil intentions lead to punishment. Bawang Putih’s kindness ultimately frees her from the mistreatment of her family, while the malicious characters face consequences for their actions.

Why does Bawang Putih’s mother ask her to do difficult chores?

Bawang Putih's mother, who favors Bawang Merah, constantly asks Bawang Putih to perform tough chores, such as cleaning and washing clothes. This behavior highlights her cruelty and favoritism towards her biological daughter.

What happens when Bawang Putih’s clothes are washed away?

Bawang Putih's clothes get swept away by the river, leading her to meet the 'nenek.' The grandmother helps her find her clothes, and in exchange, Bawang Putih helps the 'nenek,' who later gives her the mysterious box as a reward.

How does Bawang Putih finally overcome her stepmother and stepsister?

Bawang Putih overcomes her stepmother and stepsister by staying true to her kind nature. When they seek the treasure, their greed leads to their capture by the authorities, while Bawang Putih remains free, having done nothing wrong.