
On August 17, 2022, St. Joseph's Church in Cirebon bore witness to the beauty of Cirebon's cultural art as the Sawo Kecik Dance Studio performed the captivating Mask Dance known as "Tari Topeng Kelana." This event served as tangible evidence of the spirit of collaboration in enriching cultural activities in Cirebon.
The performance of "Tari Topeng Kelana" by Sawo Kecik Studio left a lasting impression on the attendees at St. Joseph's Church. Ratu Dini Andhiyani Seminingrat, the leader of the Sawo Kecik Cirebon Dance Studio, proudly contributed to the cultural event organized by the church. She emphasized the studio's commitment to delivering their best performance, even when invited by the church.
"At Sawo Kecik Dance Studio, we always strive to give our best in every opportunity, including when invited by the church. Through our performance, we hope that traditional Cirebon dance will become better known and continue to thrive," said Ratu Dini Andhiyani Seminingrat with enthusiasm.
Elang Oon Andhiyono Seminingrat, as the advisor of Sawo Kecik Dance Studio, provided significant support and facilitated the participation of the dancers in this event.
The performance of "Tari Topeng Kelana" successfully combined elements of Cirebon's art and culture with religious activities. Sawo Kecik Dance Studio hopes that through performances like this, traditional Cirebon dance will be increasingly appreciated and serve as a bridge that unites diverse cultures and beliefs.