Traditional Indian Puppet Shows in Bengaluru

We bring the grand epic of the Ramayana to life through 'Ramayana Saptaswara', a spectacle featuring over 100 handcrafted string puppets. This collage captures scenes from the narrative, from the royal courts of Ayodhya to the dramatic encounters in the forest, showcasing the scale of our productions.

Experience the ancient and dramatic art of Ravanachhaya, the traditional shadow puppetry from Odisha. Using intricately cut leather puppets, we create a mesmerizing world of light and shadow to narrate powerful stories from the Ramayana.

The magic of our shows begins long before the curtain rises. This is a look into our creative space, where every puppet is meticulously prepared and rehearsals bring together generations of artists, including our youngest learners, to carry forward this beautiful tradition.

The joy and wonder on the faces of our audience, especially the children, is our greatest reward. This photo captures a moment of rapt attention during our 'Vijayanagara Vaibhava' show, where the history of a great empire unfolds before their eyes.

We are humbled and honored that our founder-director, Smt. Anupama Hoskere, was conferred the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors. This recognition fuels our commitment to preserving and propagating the art of puppetry.

A close-up look at the intricate details of our Sutrada Gombe, the traditional string puppets of Karnataka. Each puppet is a work of art, from the hand-painted faces to the carefully stitched costumes, designed to express a universe of emotions on stage.

A tender moment from our Ramayana production, as the queens rock the cradles of the infant princes Rama, Lakshmana, Bharata, and Shatrughna. We use traditional lullabies in this scene to convey the love and joy of the royal family.