Kurgan Puppet Theatre "Gulliver", puppet theatre in Kurgan, Russia
Kurgan Puppet Theatre Gulliver is a puppet theatre in the Russian city of Kurgan, located downtown on Sovetskaya Street. The building is small and cozy, featuring an intimate stage space where audiences sit close to the action and can follow every movement and emotion of the puppet characters.
The theatre was founded in 1943 and developed into an established institution in Kurgan's cultural landscape over the decades. Through touring productions and festival participation, it built a reputation and has since preserved the puppet theatre tradition for new generations.
The theatre carries the name Gulliver, drawn from tales of travel and adventure. The handmade puppets are crafted with bright colors and expressive faces, reflecting the local tradition of puppet artistry that has shaped the community's connection to storytelling.
The theatre is located downtown and easily accessible from Sovetskaya Street, with convenient parking nearby. Performances typically occur in the afternoons or early evenings, making it convenient for families with children.
The theatre regularly collaborates with international guest artists, particularly with companies from Germany and other countries, bringing contemporary influences to the traditional local art form. These partnerships allow audiences to experience fresh and international perspectives on classic stories.
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