Melestarikan Kesenian Reog Cemandi Melalui Kegiatan Gema Ria Cemandi Sebagai Upaya Eksistensi Budaya Lokal Di Kalangan Masyarakat, Terutama Generasi Muda

Abstrak

Community Service Program (KKN) is a form of student community service that aims to integrate academic knowledge with real-world practice. Cemandi Village, Sidoarjo Regency, has a rich local culture in the form of Reog Cemandi art which has historical and philosophical value, but the level of knowledge and awareness of the younger generation towards this art is still relatively low. Therefore, this KKN activity was carried out with the main work program of Gema Ria Cemandi as an effort to preserve and reintroduce Reog Cemandi art to the community, especially the younger generation. The method of implementing the activity was carried out through several stages, namely the preparation stage, planning and counseling, direct practice, and evaluation. The form of activity included socialization to the community, cultural education in schools through making collages and Reog Cemandi mask crafts, and holding an art performance featuring Reog Cemandi as the highlight of the event. The results of the activity showed an increase in knowledge, awareness, and enthusiasm of the younger generation and the community towards the importance of preserving local arts. This activity also received support from village officials and active participation from residents, thus strengthening the sense of togetherness and pride in the cultural identity of Cemandi Village. Thus, this local arts-based KKN program is expected to be a sustainable initial step in maintaining the existence of Reog Cemandi so that it remains sustainable and is passed down to future generations amidst the development of the times