
Paperhand Puppet Project presents: The Wild Wisdom of the World
Handcrafted puppets, towering masks, and shadow-play visuals weave an imaginative narrative about nature, community, and wonder. Expect a family-friendly performance blending live movement, music-like rhythm, and folk-art spectacle in a full theater setting.
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