Normal-sized puppets are scary enough, but marionettes the size of houses? I’d run the other way--which is why I wasn’t one of the 1.5 million people that lined the streets of Berlin for the Fall of the Berlin Wall 20th Anniversary, which showcased a several-day performance by France’s Royal de Luxe Street Theatre Company.
The Royal de Luxe featured two gigantic marionettes—the Big Giant, a deep-sea diver, and his niece, the Little Giantess (from the looks of it, she wasn’t so little). Celebrating the Berlin Wall 20th Anniversary, the storyline is a reunion story which has the two giants separated by a wall. The Big Giant returns home from a long but successful expedition to destroy the wall and the two walk through the streets of Berlin to meet each other.
Monstrous Marionettes
Gigantic Puppets Perform for Berlin Wall 20th Anniversary
Trend Themes
1. Giant Puppets - The creation and performance of giant puppets can be a trend in the entertainment industry, attracting a larger audience.
2. Street Theatre - Street theatre can become a growing trend to commemorate historical events, enhancing the experience of history and tourism industries.
3. Interactive Performances - Interactive performances can be a trend that engages audiences in unique experiences and disrupts the live entertainment and events industry.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can use giant puppets in stage performances to appeal to a larger audience and enhance the live show experience.
2. Tourism - Historical tourism can explore the opportunity of incorporating street theatre performances to attract more visitors and provide an interactive experience.
3. Event Planning - The event planning industry can consider using interactive performances to create innovative experiences for attendees and stand out in the market.