Blog topic #2

As you watch, look for three examples of American Puppetry whose origins are from another culture. Name the example and describe how the puppetry form is derived from the other culture. Describe the original form and its original purpose.
Puppet Fantastique was derived from traditional French puppet shows.  Basil, the Puppet Fantastique creator, studied puppetry in France and was influenced by their traditional work with puppets and with the Eastern cultures use of water puppets.

Another example of American Puppetry is the puppet designs by Ralph Lee.  His most of his productions are myths and folk lore.  He wanted something that would display these epic stories in such a way that it would give these stores magic.  This also was derived from many Eastern cultures, as puppets some of the puppets are life sized and have human qualities. 

The third example is of Michael Curry.  Many of his designs have premiered at festivals and parades around the United States.  This was common in many Chinese and Spanish cultures.  In these cultures puppets were used in a way of celebration to add more effects to the festivities.