The giant puppet: an unknown art that seduces the crowds
During the ninth Games of the Francophonie which took place in Kinshasa, the giant puppet made a remarkable entrance. This spectacular form of art, still little known to the general public, aroused the admiration and wonder of spectators. The company Les marionnettes du Congo, from Lubumbashi, brilliantly represented the country and won the gold medal in this discipline.
Didier Mfumu, founding president of the cultural association Les marionnettes du Congo, sheds light on this little-known art. According to him, the giant puppet is much more than just entertainment, it is a real crossroads of all the arts. The puppeteers are true creative geniuses, capable of bringing impressive characters to life. Making a puppet requires a variety of skills, from carpentry to sewing to welding. It is meticulous work that requires both creativity and technical know-how.
The victory of the company Les marionnettes du Congo at the games of the Francophonie is not the result of chance. The team is strong and has worked together for many years. Their passion and perseverance paid off. Didier Mfumu insists on the importance of supporting young people in this art. According to him, the puppet can offer many opportunities, create jobs and contribute to the reduction of delinquency.
The giant puppet is an ancestral art in Africa, but the Democratic Republic of Congo has experienced a break with this tradition. Didier Mfumu explains that culture has lost its power and identity over time. To give the puppet back the place it deserves, he proposes the construction of a large center dedicated to this art, as well as the promotion of the puppet as a tool for raising awareness and education.
In conclusion, the giant puppet is a spectacular and little-known art that deserves to be further highlighted. Thanks to passionate artists such as those of the company Les marionnettes du Congo, this art can not only entertain, but also educate and raise awareness