Pentas Budaya Reog Ponorogo: Pedukuhan Selodono - Pulung.

Assalaamualaikum wr., wb. Hello, everyone. Wishing health, well-being, and happiness to us all. On one occasion, while I was visiting the hamlet of Selodono, Karangpatihan Village, Pulung Subdistrict, Ponorogo Regency, East Java, I came across a very lively cultural event. Some residents call it the Reog Performance or Suro Performance. Although it was just a rehearsal, I was very impressed by the event. From the children to the youth and even the parents, everyone seemed very enthusiastic and united in watching the event—something that, to me personally, is very rare to see these days. It was also evident that this event represents a tradition and culture whose preservation is deeply cherished and maintained. And this is a cultural identity of Ponorogo Regency. Reog Ponorogo is legendary, with historical roots stretching all the way back to the Majapahit era. This performing art is indeed rich in meaning, reflecting the Javanese tradition of presenting things in a wise and subtle manner—semiotic and highly symbolic. But that is the nature of Javanese culture in general, which sometimes requires its own interpretation through a specific academic discipline. The same is true for distinctive performing arts like Reog Ponorogo. Well then, without further ado, please just enjoy this simple video. Blessings, good health, and benefits for all. Tabik! Assalaamualaikum wr., wb. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)