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Aesthetic Innovation of Heyang String Puppetry Theatre Empowered by Digital Technology

Author(s)

Jiaojun He

Affiliation(s)

Xi’an Technological University, Xi’an, Shaanxi, China

Abstract

This study explores the aesthetic innovation of Heyang String Puppetry Theatre through the lens of digital technology. Starting with an analysis of its artistic traditions, aesthetic characteristics, and the opportunities posed by digital advancements, it examines multimedia integration performances and somatosensory interactive applications. Based on these cases, the research identifies specific dimensions, principles, and strategies for aesthetic innovation. Digital technology introduces new aesthetic possibilities, opening fresh ground for exploring the art form in the modern era. To succeed, it must both deeply preserve its unique cultural essence and actively embrace technological opportunities, innovating in form, content, and experiential engagement. This balance ensures the tradition’s historical roots remain intact while fostering a dynamic, cross-disciplinary synthesis that reconstructs its aesthetic value for digital audiences.

Keywords

Heyang String Puppetry Theatre; Digital Technology; Aesthetic Innovation; Implementation Paths; Inheritance and Development

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