FAQ About Cultural Impact of Puppetry in Indigenous Traditions
How is puppetry used in indigenous storytelling?
In indigenous storytelling, puppetry is used as a dynamic tool to bring stories to life, making them more engaging and accessible. The visual and animated aspects of puppetry allow storytellers to convey complex narratives and emotions, which might be challenging through words alone. Puppeteers manipulate the puppets to recreate traditional tales, folklore, and legends, sometimes incorporating music and dance, to captivate audiences across generations.
