Ishara International Puppet Theatre Festival Highlights
Experience the magic of our global festival, where stories from Brazil, Italy, Russia, and India come alive through the art of puppetry.
A packed amphitheater is captivated by the vibrant 'Jukebox' performance from Italy. We believe in creating large scale, immersive theatrical experiences that bring world class puppetry to Indian audiences.
A giant inflatable elephant from Brazil's 'Air Giants Circus' delights the crowd. Our festival is a place for spectacle and wonder, featuring larger than life puppets that have to be seen to be believed.
A young audience member gets an up close and personal moment with a delicate ballerina marionette from Russia's 'Theatre in the Pocket'. We curate interactive shows that break the barrier between the stage and the audience, creating cherished memories for families.
A puppeteer brings a vibrant rooster to life in our production of 'Be Yourself'. This show highlights our commitment to Indian craftsmanship, with each puppet made from unique regional textiles.
A stunningly detailed puppet from a traditional Sri Lankan performance. We pride ourselves on curating a global lineup that showcases rich cultural heritages and diverse puppetry traditions from around the world.
The art of shadow puppetry creates a dramatic silhouette during the performance of 'Mamulengo de la Mancha' from Brazil. Our festival programming explores a wide variety of puppetry styles, from ancient forms to modern innovations.
A puppeteer from Spain's 'Life (VIDA)' creates a tender moment with simple yet expressive hand puppets. This highlights the power of non verbal storytelling, a universal language that connects with audiences everywhere.
Watch a glimpse of the dynamic and engaging 'Theatre in the Pocket' from Russia. This video captures the fluid movement of the marionettes and the rapt attention of the audience, showcasing the lively atmosphere we cultivate at our events.
About Featured
Every year at the India Habitat Centre, we bring together artists who transform simple materials into storytelling magic. Whether it is a giant inflatable elephant from a Brazilian circus or delicate marionettes from Russia, you will find performances that skip traditional stage boundaries and invite you directly into the narrative.
Our festival is more than just a performance. It is a space where global traditions meet, allowing families and enthusiasts to witness diverse puppetry styles, from shadow play and rod puppets to complex marionette movements. We select acts that resonate across ages and linguistic barriers, ensuring that the themes of friendship, courage, and self-acceptance land with impact.
While we travel the world to find talent, we remain deeply rooted in Indian traditions. Our productions often reimagine classics like the Panchatantra, using regional textiles and local craftsmanship to give these ancient tales a modern voice. We believe puppetry is a universal language, and our goal is to keep this art form accessible to everyone, whether through our annual stage productions or our hands-on workshops where participants learn the logic of movement and character design. We invite you to join us in celebrating these stories.
Ishara Puppet Theatre
We are the Ishara Puppet Theatre Trust. For two decades, we have been using puppets as a universal language to share stories that bridge cultures and borders. Our passion lies in making sure everyone, from children to grandparents, finds a piece of themselves in the shows we bring to Delhi.
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