A shadow puppet has two lives: object and performance
Why a hanging souvenir cannot explain the whole theatrical practice.
Shadow puppetry
皮影戏
Across ChinaSound & performance2 editorial articles + original-host references
Before buying a shadow puppet, ask what it was made for
A contemporary craft purchase guide that treats the figure as a specific object.
Watch, then follow the subject
UNESCO original-host introduction and heritage film ↗
External player, subtitles and access vary. A heritage film is background, not a current booking calendar.
Read the related destination or cultural route ↗
Chinese keyword: 皮影戏. Related terms: screen, puppets, leather, theatre.