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Turkish Karagöz Shadow Puppet Duel

T
PLAYERS
2+
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Indoor
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

Set the light source facing the sheet with performers positioned behind it.

2

Each puppeteer controls one witty character, moving them close to the sheet for sharp shadows.

3

Players improvise a short comedic exchange between their two characters, trading playful jabs.

4

The audience in front of the sheet laughs and reacts, cheering for the funnier lines.

5

Swap characters or performers between scenes so different players get a turn at the dialogue.