Implementation of the National Action Plan for the Safeguarding of the Wayang Puppet Theatre of Indonesia,To enliven the highly crafted rod puppets, master puppeteers manipulate the swivelling arms and legs by means of sticks, accompanied by a narrator and gamelan orchestra. The plays combine local myths, Indian epics and Persian tales with contemp...Benefitting country(ies) : Indonesia
1 January 2005 - 1 December 2007
Safeguarding and Transmission of the Kutiyattam Sanskrit Theatre
Safeguarding and Transmission of the Kutiyattam Sanskrit Theatre,Kutiyattam is the oldest surviving form of Sanskrit theatre in Kerala, India, which developed a rich symbolic set of facial gestures, masks, and colorful costumes. This project aimed to bring Kutiyattam performers, previously working separately, together in creative exchange and expan...Benefitting country(ies) : India
1 January 2004 - 1 October 2007
Safeguarding, Revitalization and Promotion of the Kunqu Opera
Safeguarding, Revitalization and Promotion of the Kunqu Opera,Rooted in popular theatre, Kun Qu influenced many other forms of Chinese opera. It is characterized by a dynamic structure, rhythmic patterns, typical melodies and complex choreography combining acrobatics and symbolic gestures. Kun Qu is considered the oldest form of Chinese opera still...Benefitting country(ies) : China
1 May 2002 - 1 December 2002