Wayang beber animation media as an effort for preserving wayang tradition based on information and technology

Abstract

The aim of this study is to develop wayang beber animation media that used as a means to preserve the tradition of wayang beber Pacitan. This study was developmental research that consists of 5 phases, including problem identification, planning, design and development, stabilization, and dissemination. The data were stories and pictures of wayang beber, obtained through filed observation and interviewing informants, namely dalang (puppeteers) and expert in animation. Data validity was tested through data triangulation techniques, including source of data and theory. The result of this study produces wayang beber animation media that is disseminated to several government institutions, namely office for culture and tourism, elementary schools, junior high schools and senior high schools in Pacitan District. The existence of wayang beber animation media will supposedly be utilized as a media for introducing wayang beber to community and students in Pacitan District.