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Shadow puppetry
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a form of puppetry in which flat figures are held between a light source and a screen, creating shadows that are projected onto the screen and appear to move and interact with each other
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
shadow puppetry forms
What is "shadow puppetry"?
Shadow puppetry is a form of storytelling where figures or shapes are created using puppets made from flat materials, such as paper or leather. These puppets are positioned between a light source and a screen, casting their shadows onto the screen. Performers move the puppets to create characters and scenes, often accompanied by narration or music. The resulting shadows create a visual story that is both engaging and imaginative.
