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This paper aims to find out the retention strategies of youq te wayang in Mandalay, Myanmar. Cultural theory and regional studies as well as a structural-functional design developed by Talcott Parsons are applied in this research. Structural-Functional Theory considers that life of society is a system. The system can be changed according to circumstances. This theory used to see through the change of art of youq te wayang as a system towards equilibrium. This is a qualitative descriptive research with literature review method and internet media observation. Result of this research indicates that the State’s role as a main actor in the process of youq te wayang retention by performing a youq te wayang performance at Pagoda festival, thus people can see that religion function still exist today. State developes the structure by organizing performances. The second actor is Mandalay Marionettes Theater Company, which is able to keep the inheritance system of youq te wayang maintained. In addition, the Mandalay Marionettes Theater Company did some changes and innovations in the performance system of youq te wayang such as performance duration, stage decoration, aspect of story, language and management system.

RETENTION STRATEGIES OF YOUQ TE WAYANG IN MANDALAY, MYANMAR: A REGIONAL CULTURE STUDY