Moving Shadows: Puppet Theatre in Indonesia and Beyond, 17 September | Event in Akron | AllEvents

Moving Shadows: Puppet Theatre in Indonesia and Beyond

Institute for Human Science and Culture

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Wed, 17 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm

1 hour

73 S College Street, Akron, OH, United States, Ohio 44325

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Wed, 17 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm (EDT)

73 S College Street, Ohio 44325

73 S College St, Akron, OH 44325-0022, United States

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Moving Shadows: Puppet Theatre in Indonesia and Beyond
Discover the magic of Indonesian shadow puppetry!

Wayang kulit—Indonesia’s ancient tradition of shadow puppetry—brings epic stories to life using intricately carved leather puppets, vibrant music, and the skill of a single master puppeteer. These captivating performances, rooted in myth, continue to reflect modern-day issues and inspire new forms of art. From comic books to hip hop to video games, wayang’s influence lives on. In this dynamic and interactive talk, scholar and puppeteer Jennifer Goodlander will introduce audiences to this remarkable performance tradition and share how it continues to shape theatre and storytelling around the world.

All attendees will receive free admission to the Institute galleries, including the ongoing "East to West" exhibit. Registration is required for this free event.


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Moving Shadows: Puppet Theatre in Indonesia and Beyond, 17 September | Event in Akron | AllEvents
Moving Shadows: Puppet Theatre in Indonesia and Beyond
Wed, 17 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm