Peningkatan Kemampuan Membaca Dan Memahami Randai Kuantan Singingi Pada Siswa SMAN 10 Pekanbaru

Abstract

Randai Kuantan Singingi is a distinctive traditional folk theatre of Kuantan Singingi Regency, Riau Province, that combines elements of acting, dialogue or pantun, dance, and music. The performance involves approximately 15–30 performers who perform in a circular formation and present stories or koba containing moral messages. Randai Kuantan performances are accompanied by traditional musical instruments, including biola, gendang, and serunai. The stories performed are generally derived from folk narratives and depict the everyday life of the community. During the performance, the performers move in a circular formation using silat steps known as galombang. This community service activity was conducted with students of SMAN 10, Tenayan Raya District, Pekanbaru City, as part of efforts to introduce and preserve Riau Malay culture. During the Reform Era, the Government of Riau Province initiated various efforts to preserve and develop Malay culture through Budaya Melayu Riau (BMR). In line with these efforts, the activity entitled “Improving the Ability to Read and Understand Randai Kuantan” was conducted to assist students of SMAN 10 Tenayan Raya in recognizing, interpreting, understanding, and practicing Randai Kuantan appropriately. The results of the activity demonstrated an increase in students’ knowledge following their participation in the program. Based on the post-test results, knowledge increased by 100% across all items. These findings indicate that introducing Randai Kuantan through educational and community service activities can enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of traditional performing arts while fostering awareness of the importance of preserving Riau Malay culture.