From blackface to children's television to music videos to protests, the evolution of black puppetry tells the story of artistic resilience. This sacred art form, while youthful at times, is far from juvenile. Black puppeteers are using their creations to heal the masses. And in this episode, we dig into the crates and talk with some of the influential puppet masters whose work captivates audiences of all backgrounds and serves as a bridge between what is real and what is make-believe. Join us as we uncover how this magical slice of entertainment has impacted lives and the level of wonder needed to excel in the craft.
In episode 3 of The Melanated Archives Podcast, we chat with puppeteers: Jerrell L. Henderson, Nehprii Amenii, Jeghetto Pipkins, and the legendary Brad Brewer.
This Episode's Guests Include:
Jerrell L. Henderson: Instagram - @directnu15; @black_theatre_vinyl_archive
Nehprii Amenii: Instagram - @nephrii
Jeghetto Pipkins: Instagram - @jeghettos_puppets
Brad Brewer: Facebook - Brad Brewer
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