Puppet Theater in the German-Speaking World
Connor Bartlett Doe
This work begins with a brief history of puppet theater in Germany. A look at important social aspects, pertinent philosophical discussions and the significance German literary tradition follow. The final chapter looks Peter Schumann, puppeteer artist who lives America. In Germanistik, deserves devoted place field legitimate study terms its history, content influence. Puppet theater’s historical development Germany represents larger evolution From ancient times up to present day, this artistic form representation has enjoyed an audience German-speaking regions. parallels Germany’s quest for legitimacy as nation desire cultural unification. thematizes issue popular history. For most existence Germany, served entertainment. conception folk art folklore – which includes by Romantics led them believe that artists possessed mysterious authenticity inaccessible Classicists their narrowly-defined world high art. Much literature thought from 19th century onward shows fondness Volk aspect theater. reception Romanticism helped shape themes would lead further recognition puppetry integral culture.