Destandardization of Art at Flash Mob Performance in Public Space: A Case Study of Beksan Wanara from the Yogyakarta Court, Indonesia

Abstract

Flash mob performances in Indonesia emerge in response to urban affluence. Flash mobs, as an activity, explore unconventional performance spaces. The goal of this article is not only to address previous research gaps but also to explain how flash mob art performances have challenged aesthetic standards. Information about traditional dance flash mobs is widely discussed on various social media platforms. Data were collected through an intensive literature study, including desk review and document analysis. The findings suggest that flash mob articles are successful in engaging people of all ages as participants in public space dance performances. Visually, flash mobs provide a recreational understanding to the community in public spaces. In this context, the potential of flash mob performances extends into non-art activities like marketing and specific therapies. In this regard, participant audiences are aware that they do not need special skills to join flash mob performances.