21st Ishara International Puppet Theatre Festival
Description
The 21st Ishara International Puppet Theatre Festival is set to captivate audiences from February 21 to March 2, 2025, at the India Habitat Centre, Delhi. Open to all age groups, this festival celebrates the vibrant art of puppetry with a global lineup featuring performances from India, Mexico, Italy, Russia, Turkey, Poland, and Spain. Renowned for blending traditional and contemporary puppetry styles—ranging from rod and shadow puppets to innovative mixed media—the event promises enchanting storytelling through dance, theatre, and music. Highlights include India’s beloved Panchatantra tale Monkey & the Crocodile, Mexico’s imaginative Volar Volar, and Italy’s musical Io, Pulcinella. With themes of friendship, creativity, and problem-solving, these performances offer both entertainment and life lessons. Produced by Teamwork Arts and supported by the Ishara Puppet Theatre Trust, the festival invites donors and collaborators to join in promoting this timeless art form. For more details,contact
Event Calendar
Friday, February 21, 2025 - Sunday, March 2, 2025