Ganja State Puppet Theatre, Puppet theater in Ganja, Azerbaijan.
Ganja State Puppet Theatre is a performance venue in Ganja that specializes in puppet-based theatrical arts. The building contains a main performance hall, lobby area, and support spaces designed for productions and educational activities.
The building was originally constructed in 1902 as a Russian Orthodox church honoring Saints Cyril and Methodius. It underwent conversion to a puppet theater in 1986 and has served this cultural function since.
The theater presents local stories through handcrafted puppet performances that engage both children and adults. These shows blend traditional narrative styles with modern staging techniques to keep regional artistic traditions alive.
Visitors should check in advance for performance schedules, as programming varies by season. The theater is centrally located and walkable, with family and group seating areas available throughout the venue.
The building retains its original onion domes and brick structure from its days as a church. This religious architecture creates an unusual setting for modern puppet performances and gives the space a distinctive character.
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