Festivals and Cultural Celebrations at Dhaatu
Experience the vibrant traditions of puppetry at our annual festivals and celebrations, where stories from our epics come alive through string, rod, and shadow art at the Mandala Cultural Centre.
Glimpses from the Dhaatu International Puppet Festival 2023. This collage captures the variety of puppets on display and the esteemed guests who grace our events.
More moments from the Dhaatu International Puppet Festival, showing scenes from different performances and our team of dedicated puppeteers.
A collage from our festival, featuring a performance of 'Peddamma Dosa Angadi' and the young artists who participated. We are passionate about nurturing the next generation of puppeteers.
Scenes from the Dhaatu International Puppet Festival, showcasing different styles of puppetry and the artists who practice them. Our festival is a confluence of traditions from across India.
A collection of images from our 2023 festival, highlighting the performances, the artists, and the dignitaries who support our work.
This collage shows the diversity of contemporary and traditional puppetry at our festival, including hand puppets, shadow puppets, and marionettes.
A vibrant collage from the Dhaatu International Puppet Festival, featuring scenes from a Yakshagana puppet show and other traditional forms.
More glimpses from our international puppet festival, showcasing the color and energy of various performances, including a depiction of Ganesha.
A video tour of the Dhaatu Navarātra Mahotsava, an immersive cultural journey through doll displays, storytelling, and puppet shows.
Another look at the diverse performances and honored artists at the Dhaatu International Puppet Festival. It is a celebration of the puppetry community.
About Our Festivals & Cultural Celebrations
Stepping into the Mandala Cultural Centre during our festivals is quite different from walking into a standard theater. You are not just sitting in a dark hall; you are surrounded by doll displays, interactive exhibits, and the energy of other families and art enthusiasts. It is an immersive space where you can wander through our museum, catch a live puppet performance, and speak with the puppeteers right after the curtain falls.
Our festivals, such as the Dhaatu International Puppet Festival and the Navaratra Mahotsava, are designed as community experiences. We believe that art is a shared language, and these gatherings allow us to showcase the diversity of Indian puppetry, from the Sutrada Gombe string puppets of Karnataka to traditional shadow puppetry forms like Ravanachhaya.
What to Expect
During these events, we transform the Mandala Cultural Centre into a hub of activity. You will find:
- Live Performances: Full-scale productions of epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as lighthearted tales for younger audiences.
- Exhibitions: Our puppet museum becomes the focal point, with curated doll displays and rare artifacts on view.
- Interactive Learning: Many of our festival days include 'karyagara' or workshops where families can try their hand at puppet manipulation or craft making.
Why We Host These Gatherings
These 'mahotsava' celebrations are about more than entertainment. They provide a space where the wisdom of our stories—from the Panchatantra to the Upanishads—can be passed down. Whether you are a student, a parent looking for meaningful activities, or a culture enthusiast, our festivals offer a window into the stories that have shaped our heritage. We invite you to join us during our next event to see how we bring these ancient narratives into the present day.
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