This essay examines the Sicilian Puppet Theater (Opera dei Pupi), a tradition recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Heritage of Humanity, through the lens of cultural geography. Tracing its origins to the nineteenth century, the study explores how the Opera dei Pupi has evolved from popular entertainment to a revived cultural event that attracts both locals and tourists. The analysis investigates the anthropological and social dimensions of the puppet theater, mapping its geographical spread and examining its role in shaping Sicilian cultural identity.
L′Opera dei Pupi: Tradition and Innovation in the Sicilian Puppet Theater
CANNIZZARO S.
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2025-01-01
Abstract
This essay examines the Sicilian Puppet Theater (Opera dei Pupi), a tradition recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Heritage of Humanity, through the lens of cultural geography. Tracing its origins to the nineteenth century, the study explores how the Opera dei Pupi has evolved from popular entertainment to a revived cultural event that attracts both locals and tourists. The analysis investigates the anthropological and social dimensions of the puppet theater, mapping its geographical spread and examining its role in shaping Sicilian cultural identity.File in questo prodotto:
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