Digital Ghost: Application of Holographic Projection on Protection of Guangdong Puppet Show †

Guangdong puppetry, a 700-year-old intangible cultural heritage, faces declining popularity due to economic influences and evolving youth interests. The shrinking audience and a lack of successors to inherit this tradition further compound the issue. This research aims to revitalize the puppet show by preserving its traditional roots, exploring new possibilities, and engaging the younger generation. Divided into three stages—preliminary investigation, role modeling, and holographic projection device design—the study utilizes field research, literature review, questionnaires, and experiments. Information is gathered through venue visits, which is followed by questionnaire distribution and 3D model creation based on survey results. The final stage involves designing and testing a holographic projection booth.