Temporary: Sheikh Maryam Building, 7th Floor, Office 702
Nasser Square, Deira, Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Presentation
UNIMA UAE, as the official representative of the Union Internationale de la Marionnette (UNIMA) in the United Arab Emirates, is dedicated to the promotion, education, and development of puppetry arts at both the national and international levels.
In line with the country’s cultural vision and international standards, our centre aims to create a dynamic platform for the growth of artists, cultural exchange, and elevating the position of puppetry in the region.
Through festivals, specialized workshops, international gatherings, and collaborative projects, UNIMA UAE seeks to make Dubai one of the key puppetry hubs in the Middle East and the world.
Message from the President of UNIMA UAE – Ms. Zinat Keramat
It is with great pride that I announce the establishment of the first National Centre of UNIMA in the United Arab Emirates—an important cultural initiative with a clear mission to support and uplift the art of puppetry in this region of the world.
Puppetry is a universal, creative, and human art—one that transcends borders, cultures, and languages to connect with audiences in meaningful ways.
At UNIMA UAE, our goal is to provide a professional platform for the exchange of experiences between local and international artists, to support emerging generations in this field, and to help position Dubai as a leading centre for puppetry in the Middle East.
In cooperation with national cultural and artistic institutions, we aim to organize a wide range of activities including international festivals, professional workshops, theatrical productions, and educational programs to ensure puppetry secures its rightful place in the cultural landscape of the UAE.
We warmly invite all artists, researchers, and lovers of this art form to join us and contribute to shaping this new and inspiring path.
With respect,
Zinat Keramat
President of UNIMA UAE National Centre