Puppet industry in Sri Lanka
The puppet industry in Sri Lanka has a rich history and cultural significance. Puppetry, known as "Rukada Natya" in Sinhala, has been a traditional art form in Sri Lanka for centuries. It is primarily practiced by the Sinhalese community, although there are also some puppetry traditions among the Tamil community. Image by Marc Rickertsen from Pixabay Sri Lankan puppetry is characterized by colorful and intricately designed puppets made from various materials such as wood, cloth, and leather. These puppets are typically manipulated using strings attached to different parts of the puppet's body. The themes of Sri Lankan puppetry often revolve around religious and folk stories, historical events, and moral teachings. The performances combine puppetry, music, dance, and storytelling to create an engaging and entertaining experience for the audience. One of the most renowned puppetry traditions in Sri Lanka is the "Nadagam" puppetry, which originated in the southe...