Studi Dramaturgi dalam Presentasi Diri Dalang Gejul Pada Program Acara Wayang Golek Si Cepot Show SMTV

Abstract

Self-presentation becomes an action carried out by every individual in choosing which behaviors to display in a specific environment to create the desired impression. The puppet master (dalang) in SMTV Sumedang certainly engages in self-presentation during their performances, including Dalang Wayang Golek Ki Andrian Syaputra, commonly known as Dalang Gejul. The purpose of this research is to understand the front stage and backstage realities of the puppet master and the responses from cultural experts and the audience to the puppet master's self-presentation. The qualitative method with Erving Goffman's dramaturgical approach is employed in this study. Data were collected through observations, interviews, literature reviews, and documentary studies. The informant selection technique used purposive sampling, and data validity was ensured through source triangulation. The research findings reveal that on the front stage, Dalang Ki Andrian plays his role as a puppet master wearing Sundanese traditional attire, totopong, and natural makeup. Additionally, he portrays a humorous and amusing character. On the backstage, he tends to show his true self in line with the realities of everyday life, presenting a simple appearance with a humorous nature. However, he is easily touched or emotional and struggles to control his emotions when angry. The audience and cultural experts' responses to Dalang Ki Andrian's self-presentation indicate that he fulfills the characteristics of a puppet master, adhering to the rules of puppetry. In conclusion, this research highlights that Dalang Ki Andrian engages in self-presentation on both the front and backstage, revealing differences in the puppet master's appearance and behavior on each stage.