Presented by Kyaw Myo Ko, Director of Mandalay Marionettes Myanmar.
Archive for category Culture & Arts
A set of Myanmar Marionettes
Feb 16
Welcome to Mintha Theater
Aug 15
Mandalay had been the last capital of Myanmar kings. As recreation, the royal family was entertained with theatrical performances and dances within the palace. Myanmar modesty in a royal manner by musicians and dancers was paramount enjoyment. The performances here are revived for your similar enjoyment. You are cordially invited for your own hearty appraisal.
At least eleven varied items shall entertain you every evening.
27th Street, Bet: 65th x 66th Street, Mandalay, Myanmar.
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Mandalay Marionettes in Myanmar Upperland
In the Past, Myanmar Puppetry was not only for entertainment, but also a high art held in much esteem by all classes. Marionettes were a means of making people aware of current events, a medium for educating the people in literature, history and religion, display of lifestyles and customs. At the same time, they functioned as mouthpieces for the people in the days of royalty, tiny hands in state and social affairs.
Nowadays, the old traditional marionette generation has almost faded away. This is simply due to the lack of patronage required during the last few decades. Therefore, it has come to pass that the art of marionette is referred to as a dying art that was rapidly disappearing with the advance of modern entertainment. The same story is applicable to the artists.
So we, Mandalay Marionettes theater, a private team of professional artists, like to restore this folk art since 1986 and have arranged a special marionette show for visitors to Mandalay, the centre of Myanmar arts and culture. We consider that this show would be of great interest to tourists and also a good help to give them an idea of ancient Myanmar and Myanmar culture.