The Construction of Nandak Zabet Tak-Tung Dance: Adaptation of Zapin and Samrah Movements within the Arab-Malay Peranakan Cultural Context
B Kristiono Soewardjo, Raden Mas Aditya Andriyanto, Selly Oktarini, Ida Bagus Ketut Sudiasa

1*Dance Education Department, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia (Corresponding Author)
2 Music Education Department, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
3 Dance Education Department, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
4 Dance Education Department, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of dance as a medium of cultural acculturation through the creation of Nandak Zabet Tak-Tung, situated within the Betawi cultural framework. The research focuses on the adaptation of Zapin and Samrah movements as representations of Arab-Malay Peranakan cultural heritage. Furthermore, it explores the interdisciplinary connections between the creation of dance, music, scenography, and other artistic disciplines.
Employing a comprehensive approach, this study seeks to contribute to the advancement of knowledge, technology, and socio-cultural as well as humanistic dimensions. The research adopts a qualitative method with systematic stages, including defining the study^s focus, data collection through direct observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The collected data are organized into a structured matrix to facilitate analysis and interpretation.
Theoretically, the study refers to the creative concept proposed by Alma M. Hawkins in Moving from Within, as translated by I Wayan Dibia. This concept encompasses six core aspects: experiencing, seeing, feeling, imagining, transforming, and forming.
The outcome of this research is a choreographic work that adapts Zapin and Samrah movements into a structure that creatively explores movement dynamics and embodiment. Through an imaginative and innovative approach to locally inspired choreography, the study recommends the utilization of movement rooted in Arab-Malay Peranakan culture to enrich the repertoire of Betawi dance. Thus, this research contributes to the preservation and development of contemporary performing arts within a relevant Indonesian cultural landscape.

Keywords: Cultural Acculturation, Zapin and Samrah Movement Adaptation, Betawi Dance, Qualitative Method, Contemporary Performing Arts

Topic: Revitalizing Local Cultures through Interdisciplinary Approaches