shadow puppet

Indonesia

Wayang Kulit: Philosophy Teachings, Symbolism, and Mysticism in Traditional Javanese Puppet Performance

Wayang Kulit, a traditional Javanese puppet performance, is more than just a form of entertainment. It is a cultural treasure that has been passed down through generations, embodying the wisdom and values of Javanese philosophy, symbolism, and mysticism. At its core, Wayang Kulit is a storytelling art that uses shadow puppets to retell epic tales from the Hindu epics of…