Cultural Festivals
Mandala Cultural Centre, Kanakapura Road, near the Silk Institute Metro Station, Talaghattapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560109
Dhaatu Puppet Theater
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About Cultural Festivals
Cultural Festivals
We organize two major cultural festivals celebrating Indian arts and puppetry traditions:
Our Festivals
- Dhaatu International Puppet Festival: Annual event featuring performances, seminars and workshops with renowned puppeteers
- Dhaatu Navaratra Mahotsava: Cultural festival combining dance performances, puppet shows and exhibitions
What Makes Us Unique
- Integration of multiple art forms including puppetry, dance and storytelling
- Platform for both traditional and contemporary performances
- International collaborations with global artists and organizations
Ideal For
Cultural enthusiasts, families, educational institutions and anyone interested in experiencing authentic Indian performing arts through immersive festival experiences.
Meet your Expert
Dhaatu Puppet Theater
22 connects in last 3 months
My Story
We are Dhaatu Puppet Theater, a family-run bunch. I’m Anupama, started out as an engineer, but puppets called me. My husband Vidyashankar keeps things solid behind the scenes, while my daughters jump in on stage. Since 2004, we’ve been chasing the magic of Bharat’s stories. Our puppet museum in Bengaluru is a wild mix of old and new. Got the Padma Shri this year – felt huge, but really, it’s for puppetry, not just me.
My Work
Our Offerings - We do puppet shows, workshops for all ages, storytelling, festivals, doll exhibitions, and run a puppet museum in Bengaluru.
Epic Puppet Shows - Stories from the Ramayana, Bhakta Prahlada, and more. Shows in English, Hindi, sometimes Samskritam. Not just fun – it’s culture.
Workshops for Kids & Adults - Summer camps, parent-child sessions, and Pavakathakali hand puppet workshops. We teach everyone who’s curious.
Festivals & Events - Dhaatu International Puppet Festival and Puppet Santhe. Big gatherings, museum tours, hands-on workshops, loads of energy.
Dhaatu Puppet Museum - Curated puppet collection from India and abroad. School groups, families – all welcome to dive into the magic.
