Puppetry Publications

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Which book by Dadi Pudumjee is considered a seminal work in the field of puppetry?

  1. The Art of the Puppet

  2. The Puppet Theatre of India

  3. The Indian Puppet

  4. The Puppet in Indian Culture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dadi Pudumjee's book 'The Art of the Puppet' is widely recognized as a foundational text in the study of puppetry, offering insights into the history, techniques, and cultural significance of puppetry.

What is the name of the quarterly journal published by the Puppeteers of America?

  1. Puppetry International

  2. The Puppetry Journal

  3. Puppetry Today

  4. The Puppet Magazine


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Puppeteers of America publishes a quarterly journal called 'The Puppetry Journal', which features articles, interviews, and reviews related to puppetry.

Which Indian puppeteer and scholar is known for his extensive research and publications on puppetry?

  1. Dadi Pudumjee

  2. S.V. Raman

  3. B.V. Karanth

  4. Prabhakar Machwe


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

S.V. Raman is a renowned Indian puppeteer and scholar who has authored several books and articles on puppetry, contributing significantly to the documentation and preservation of Indian puppetry traditions.

What is the name of the annual publication of the International Puppetry Association?

  1. Puppetry International

  2. The Puppetry Journal

  3. Puppetry Today

  4. The Puppet Magazine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Puppetry Association publishes an annual journal called 'Puppetry International', which showcases puppetry practices, research, and developments from around the world.

Which book by John Bell is considered a classic in the field of puppetry?

  1. The Art of the Puppet

  2. The Puppet Theatre of India

  3. The Indian Puppet

  4. Hand and Glove Puppetry


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

John Bell's book 'Hand and Glove Puppetry' is a comprehensive guide to the art of hand and glove puppetry, covering techniques, scripts, and performance practices.

What is the name of the magazine published by the British Puppet and Model Theatre Guild?

  1. Puppetry International

  2. The Puppetry Journal

  3. Puppetry Today

  4. The Puppet Magazine


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The British Puppet and Model Theatre Guild publishes a quarterly magazine called 'The Puppet Magazine', which features articles, reviews, and news related to puppetry.

Which Indian puppeteer and scholar is known for his contributions to the development of rod puppetry in India?

  1. Dadi Pudumjee

  2. S.V. Raman

  3. B.V. Karanth

  4. Prabhakar Machwe


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Prabhakar Machwe is a renowned Indian puppeteer and scholar who has made significant contributions to the development and promotion of rod puppetry in India.

What is the name of the annual publication of the Union Internationale de la Marionnette?

  1. Puppetry International

  2. The Puppetry Journal

  3. Puppetry Today

  4. The Puppet Magazine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Union Internationale de la Marionnette publishes an annual journal called 'Puppetry International', which features articles, research, and news related to puppetry from around the world.

Which book by Margareta Niculescu is considered a valuable resource for puppeteers and puppetry enthusiasts?

  1. The Art of the Puppet

  2. The Puppet Theatre of India

  3. The Indian Puppet

  4. Masks, Puppets, and Performing Traditions


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Margareta Niculescu's book 'Masks, Puppets, and Performing Traditions' explores the cultural significance and historical development of masks and puppets in various traditions.

What is the name of the journal published by the American Society of Puppeteers?

  1. Puppetry International

  2. The Puppetry Journal

  3. Puppetry Today

  4. The Puppet Magazine


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The American Society of Puppeteers publishes a quarterly journal called 'Puppetry Journal', which features articles, interviews, and reviews related to puppetry.

Which Indian puppeteer and scholar is known for his work in promoting puppetry as an educational tool?

  1. Dadi Pudumjee

  2. S.V. Raman

  3. B.V. Karanth

  4. Prabhakar Machwe


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

B.V. Karanth was a renowned Indian puppeteer and scholar who actively promoted the use of puppetry as an educational tool and established the renowned puppetry institution, the Theatre of Puppets.

What is the name of the annual publication of the Asia-Pacific Puppetry Association?

  1. Puppetry International

  2. The Puppetry Journal

  3. Puppetry Today

  4. The Puppet Magazine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Asia-Pacific Puppetry Association publishes an annual journal called 'Puppetry International', which showcases puppetry practices, research, and developments from the Asia-Pacific region.

Which book by Bil Baird is considered a classic in the field of puppetry?

  1. The Art of the Puppet

  2. The Puppet Theatre of India

  3. The Indian Puppet

  4. The Art of the Puppet


Correct Option: A,D
Explanation:

Bil Baird's book 'The Art of the Puppet' is a comprehensive guide to puppetry, covering various aspects such as puppet construction, manipulation, and performance techniques.

What is the name of the journal published by the National Puppetry Conference?

  1. Puppetry International

  2. The Puppetry Journal

  3. Puppetry Today

  4. The Puppet Magazine


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The National Puppetry Conference publishes a journal called 'Puppetry Journal', which features articles, reviews, and news related to puppetry.

Which Indian puppeteer and scholar is known for his work in reviving traditional puppetry forms in India?

  1. Dadi Pudumjee

  2. S.V. Raman

  3. B.V. Karanth

  4. Prabhakar Machwe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dadi Pudumjee is a renowned Indian puppeteer and scholar who has dedicated his life to reviving and preserving traditional puppetry forms in India, particularly the glove puppet tradition of Kerala.

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