Perm Puppet Theatre, Theatre company in Perm, Russia
The Perm Puppet Theatre is a theatre company and regional heritage site on Sibirskaya Street in Perm, Russia, staging puppet shows for audiences of all ages. The building sits in the city center and includes a main stage alongside backstage areas where productions are prepared.
The theatre was founded in 1937 and gradually became a fixture in the cultural life of the Perm region over the following decades. It was later designated a regional heritage site, a status that reflects its long standing role in local life.
The theatre draws a mixed crowd that goes well beyond the usual children's audience, as many adults attend evening performances on their own or in groups. Productions range from Russian folk tales to contemporary stories, giving visitors a broad sense of Russian storytelling tradition in a single visit.
Tickets can be bought at the box office on the day or in advance online, and booking ahead is a good idea for popular shows. The theatre sits in central Perm and is easy to reach on foot or by public transport from most parts of the city.
The theatre holds a collection of handcrafted puppets made by local artisans across several generations, each reflecting a different phase of Russian stage craft. Some of these figures were used in past productions and can still be seen inside the building.
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