A framework for virtual storytelling using the traditional shadow play

The virtual environment technology has emerged as a great structure for virtual storytelling with the support of multimedia interaction. The traditional shadow play which is a traditional storytelling art has a great potential to be incorporated into a virtual storytelling environment. In this paper we explore and investigate the possibility of developing a virtual storyteller that integrates the elements of the traditional shadow play in a virtual storytelling environment. A framework that maps the traditional shadow play to virtual storytelling environment including the proposed methodology for such an undertaking and endeavour is also discussed.