Kyiv State Academic Puppet Theatre, Puppet theatre in European Square, Kyiv, Ukraine.
The theatre operates from a purpose-built venue designed by architect Yuriy Bilokon, featuring a main hall with 300 seats and a smaller space for 100 spectators.
Founded in 1927 by Aleksandr Ivanovitsj Solomarskiy, the theatre received its current building in 2005, marking a significant expansion of its performance capabilities.
The theatre maintains the Ukrainian vertep tradition, a form of puppet performance that originated between the 16th and 18th centuries, depicting religious and secular stories.
Located at Hrushevskoho Street 1a, the theatre presents regular performances for children and adults, with programs available in multiple languages.
The building's architecture earned it the nickname 'The Fairytale Castle,' reflecting its role as a center for imaginative storytelling through puppetry.
Location: Kyiv
Inception: 1927
Founders: Aleksandr Ivanovitsj Solomarskiy
Official opening: 1927
Website: http://akadempuppet.kiev.ua
GPS coordinates: 50.45194,30.53056
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:41
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