Puppet Making Workshops
Mandala Cultural Centre, Kanakapura Road, near the Silk Institute Metro Station, Talaghattapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560109
Dhaatu Puppet Theater
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About Puppet Making Workshops
Puppet Making Workshops
We offer hands-on workshops teaching traditional and contemporary puppet-making techniques. Our sessions cover hand puppets, shadow puppets, and specialized styles like Pavakathakali. Each workshop combines practical crafting with cultural storytelling elements.
What Makes Us Different
- Led by Padma Shri awardee Anupama Hoskere
- Integration of traditional Indian puppetry techniques
- Focus on both craftsmanship and storytelling skills
Ideal For
- Art enthusiasts interested in traditional crafts
- Parents seeking creative activities with children
- Educators looking to incorporate puppetry in teaching
- Theater practitioners wanting to expand their skills
Workshop Features
- Materials provided
- Cultural context and history included
- Hands-on guidance throughout the process
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.
