Authors :
Kurniasih Zaitun; Afrizal H; Susandro
Volume/Issue :
Volume 7 - 2022, Issue 2 - February
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.6331294
Abstract :
Theatrical events on stage are inherent in
human life. It is closely related to such complex human
problems. So, it is not uncommon for some people to say
that theatrical events are social realities that are brought
to the stage, which is then called "stage reality". This
paper tries to expose social reality as the basis for the
implementation of theatrical performances. Social events
that take place in the community, especially in
traditional markets, which by nature are performing
arts, can also be considered theatrical performances, just
like drug sellers. Events and social phenomena of drug
sellers are often found in traditional markets in
Nusantara because drug sellers have their charm.
Therefore, every time drug sellers are present in the
market, it is always seen as crowded by the people. Some
drug sellers use special tents, and some others don't. In
practice, almost all drug sellers use loudspeakers and
some objects that can help buyers find out about the
drugs being sold. The drugs sold are usually drugs that
are processed traditionally, for diseases such as scabies,
tinea versicolor, sprains, and others. Certainly at a price
that is slightly cheaper than the drugs in pharmacies.
This form of drug sales conducts various kinds of
demonstrations and attractions, which are the main keys
to attracting the audience's interest. As long as drug
sellers sell during the buying and selling process in the
market, there are so many stories that come and go
through the ears of sellers and buyers. Not infrequently,
they stop by, not just to buy, but also to talk about
problems that occur in their households or factual
problems that occur in the community. Based on this
phenomenon, market events – especially the drug sellers
– became the idea for a theatrical work entitled
“Complication” which was written and directed by
Kurniasih Zaitun by constructing and organizing drug
seller events based on the necessary dramatic elements.
Keywords :
Traditional Markets, Drug Sellers, “Complications” Theater Performances
Theatrical events on stage are inherent in
human life. It is closely related to such complex human
problems. So, it is not uncommon for some people to say
that theatrical events are social realities that are brought
to the stage, which is then called "stage reality". This
paper tries to expose social reality as the basis for the
implementation of theatrical performances. Social events
that take place in the community, especially in
traditional markets, which by nature are performing
arts, can also be considered theatrical performances, just
like drug sellers. Events and social phenomena of drug
sellers are often found in traditional markets in
Nusantara because drug sellers have their charm.
Therefore, every time drug sellers are present in the
market, it is always seen as crowded by the people. Some
drug sellers use special tents, and some others don't. In
practice, almost all drug sellers use loudspeakers and
some objects that can help buyers find out about the
drugs being sold. The drugs sold are usually drugs that
are processed traditionally, for diseases such as scabies,
tinea versicolor, sprains, and others. Certainly at a price
that is slightly cheaper than the drugs in pharmacies.
This form of drug sales conducts various kinds of
demonstrations and attractions, which are the main keys
to attracting the audience's interest. As long as drug
sellers sell during the buying and selling process in the
market, there are so many stories that come and go
through the ears of sellers and buyers. Not infrequently,
they stop by, not just to buy, but also to talk about
problems that occur in their households or factual
problems that occur in the community. Based on this
phenomenon, market events – especially the drug sellers
– became the idea for a theatrical work entitled
“Complication” which was written and directed by
Kurniasih Zaitun by constructing and organizing drug
seller events based on the necessary dramatic elements.
Keywords :
Traditional Markets, Drug Sellers, “Complications” Theater Performances