Chinese shadow puppetry also passes on information such as cultural history, social beliefs, oral traditions and local customs.

UNESCO: Intangible Cultural Heritage

Chinese shadow puppetry is a form of theatre acted by colourful silhouette figures made from leather or paper, accompanied by music and singing.

UNESCO: Intangible Cultural Heritage

Chinese shadow puppetry (China) - Chinese shadow puppetry is a form of theatre whereby colourful silhouette figures perform traditional plays against a back-lit cloth screen, accompanied by music and singing.

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