Puppeteer T.S. Murugan calls for Bommalattam to be classified as theatre
T.S. Murugan, a traditional puppeteer from a family of puppeteers, advocates for Bommalattam, a form of shadow puppetry, to be officially recognized as theatre. He highlights the challenges of crafting puppets, developing scripts, and sustaining long performances. Murugan emphasizes the need for institutional support and proper classification to preserve and promote this art form.
Key facts
- T.S. Murugan is a traditional puppeteer from a puppeteer family.
- He advocates for Bommalattam to be classified as theatre.
- Challenges include crafting puppets, developing scripts, and sustaining long performances.
- The call is for institutional support and proper classification.
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Artists
- T.S. Murugan