MANILA, Philippines — Ricky always arrives in General Luna, Intramuros, at four in the afternoon in a distinct ensemble: a colored camisa de chino (most of the time maroon), a loose pair of shorts, a ...

Several stick puppets, dressed in traditional costumes, frolic on stage. They are able to change their facial expressions and perform complicated movements, such as dance with flapping long sleeves, ...

In the world of puppets there is plenty of excitement. There are ‘people’, birds, animals, dragons, beasts and more; each eliciting spellbinding attention from adults and children alike. This is the ...

Elvis peeks out from behind a dinosaur that has a jack-o’-lantern bobbling in front of it. Round the corner, Freddie Mercury and Mr Bean hang out next to each other. This is not a fever dream, but the ...

Bantock House staff member, Ruth Mason, checking out the new puppet exhibition. Pulling Strings - The Art of the Marionette has been pride of place at Bantock House for the last few months, showcasing ...