The Javanese Shadow Puppet Theatre
The Javanese shadow puppet theatre is known as 'Wayang Purwa' and is an elaborate five show performed at night. The Wayang was originally used to teach the Hindu religion by telling the stories of Ramayana and the Mahabarata.
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Because they were handed down by the oral tradition rather than a in writing the Javanese versions have evolved and have their own Javanese character. This evolution is still going on with contemporary performances including satirical elements.
Shadow Puppet Theatre showing the Gamelan orchestra and singers
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