TARI BARIS DADAP DALAM KONTEKS SOSIAL-RELIGIUS MASYARAKAT DESA CEMPAGA, KECAMATAN BANJAR, KABUPATEN BULELENG

Abstract

This study explores the baris dadap dance as a sacred art form of the Bali Aga community in

Cempaga Village, Banjar District, Buleleng Regency. The dance functions not only as an

artistic expression but also as a religious, social, and cultural medium embedded within the

community’s spiritual and customary systems. Using a qualitative approach, this research

analyzes three main aspects: the mythological and religious foundations of the dance, its social

and structural functions, and its impact on the local economy and religious tourism. Findings

show that the baris dadap dance plays a vital role in maintaining harmony among humans,

nature, and ancestral spirits, while also strengthening community solidarity through the

transmission of values and ritual practices. Moreover, the dance contributes to local economic

growth through active participation in community-based cultural and spiritual tourism. These

findings affirm that the baris dadap dance serves as an adaptive and relevant means of cultural

preservation, symbolizing the cultural resilience of the Bali Aga identity amid changing times.