Puppet theatre of Novosibirsk
The Puppet theatre of Novosibirsk is a performance venue that uses various puppet types including hand puppets and marionettes to bring stories to life. The building features simple brick architecture with tall doorways, creating an intimate space where performances feel close to audiences.
The theatre was founded in 1933 as a small workshop for puppeteers and held its first performance in 1934, quickly gaining popularity with local families. During World War II, it was relocated from Moscow to Novosibirsk, where it performed for soldiers and sustained cultural traditions throughout the conflict.
The theatre serves as a gathering place where families and children experience storytelling together across generations. Local tales and fairy stories are performed here, creating connections between the community and its cultural traditions through puppet performances.
The theatre is easily accessible by bus routes throughout the city and provides wheelchair access for visitors with mobility needs. It operates from late morning until evening with a midday break, making it convenient for families to schedule visits at suitable times.
The theatre houses a small museum with historical puppets and costumes that opened in 1964, offering guided tours where visitors can see how puppets are made and operated. A 2019 publication titled 'World of Puppets: stories of dreams' documents the theatre's distinctive history and performances.
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