Add to ORKGThe thesis is divided into two parts: theoretical and empirical. The first part deals with terminology of the field of sound in puppet theatre and defines basic terms. A brief historical study follows, analysing the use of sound, music and voice in the history of puppet theatre and discussing the changes of voice interpretation as influenced by shifts in contemporary theatre style. In the 20th century part, three concrete phenomena are analysed: the Spejbl and Hurvínek duo, voiceband and the poetics of DRAK Theatre. The third chapter grows out of the author?s own experience as a theatregoer; in it, she characterises the shows that appear on Czech stages, as well as selected shows from abroad, and analyses their creative methods, including a...