A shadow show, also known as a shadow play, shadow puppetry or shadow theatre, refers to a type of performance art in which shadows are created on a screen by using puppets, objects, or hands. Some synonyms for the term shadow show include silhouette show, dark show, reflection show, and obscurity theatre. Additionally, terms such as shadow performance, shadow entertainment, and shadow art are also used to describe this captivating and unique form of artistic expression. Regardless of what it is called, a shadow show is a beautiful and engaging art form that has been enchanting audiences for centuries.