Shadow puppetry (Sang Kok)

Shadow puppetry, or Sang Kok, is an ancient art form where intricately carved puppets are made from materials like leather or paper and are held against a backlit screen. The puppeteers manipulate these figures to cast dynamic shadows onto the screen, creating storytelling performances. Originating in Asia, it combines craft, storytelling, and visual artistry to depict myths, folklore, and cultural stories. Through careful movement and lighting, performers bring the puppets to life, engaging audiences visually and emotionally, preserving cultural traditions while offering an artistic spectacle.