A Little Something for the Kids

While Woodstock is synonymous with iconic music, the festival’s original intent spanned a range of creative endeavors. Amid the lengthy queues to witness Janis Joplin’s performance, this lesser-known attraction beckoned: a puppet show. Although not as star-studded, this quaint spectacle likely provided a welcome diversion for children

Historians trace puppets back to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Greece, where we used them for entertainment and rituals. In medieval Europe, they allowed social commentary as puppeteers satirized authority figures. Over time, different cultures have developed unique styles, like Bunraku in Japan and shadow puppetry in Southeast Asia.

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