The main problem of this research is social criticism in the drama written in New Order era which was
in repressive, authoritarian, and corruptive social political conditions. This research aims at finding out
the elements of social criticism revealed by Bambang Widoyo SP in Tuk drama and the social historical condition influencing the creation of social criticism of the drama. This research used AC diagram theory which is one of variances of art anthropology theory from Richard Schechner. Social criticism in Tuk drama is related to development policy of New Order which prioritized economic growth and collusion between New Order ruler and conglomerates. The social historical condition of New Order regime which was authoritarian, repressive, corruptive (social drama) has influenced the creation of Tuk drama (aesthetic drama).
Keywords: Authoritarian, repressive, and corruptiv
