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Mesmerizing Shadow Puppetry Revives Persian Epic in NYC

3/14/2025

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In the heart of Manhattan, the New Victory Theater came alive as a puppeteer, adorned in a striking mask, captivated the audience. A dedicated crew of nine brought the enchanting “Song of the North” to life, weaving shadow puppetry inspired by the timeless 10th-century Persian epic, the “Shahnameh,” creating a mesmerizing blend of art and history.

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Story summary

In the heart of Manhattan, the New Victory Theater came alive as a puppeteer, adorned in a striking mask, captivated the audience. A dedicated crew of nine brought the enchanting “Song of the North” to life, weaving shadow puppetry inspired by the timeless 10th-century Persian epic, the “Shahnameh,” creating a mesmerizing blend of art and history.