Features : Peranakan Chinese Family Preserves Kelantan's 'Wayang Kulit' Heritage
O nce a vibrant form of entertainment on the east coast and in the northern and southern parts of the peninsula, ‘wayang kulit’ is now fighting to keep its shadows alive as changing times and dwindling interest threaten to consign the traditional shadow puppetry theatre to the pages of history. In a four-part special report to be published over two consecutive weeks, Bernama explores the story of…
Wayang kulit, the traditional shadow puppetry art form once popular across Malaysia's east coast, northern and southern regions, now faces challenges to its survival as changing times and dwindling interest threaten its legacy. Bernama's four-part special report over two weeks delves into the story of Kelantan's 'wayang kulit', showcasing efforts to preserve this centuries-old art form.
Among the practitioners, the Kelantan wayang kulit practitioner Kang Boon Ann, a Peranakan Chinese, has a unique perspective – his entire family is actively involved in the performances, eliminating concerns about a lack of successors.
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