It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Croatian writer, esteemed puppeteer, poet, and artist Luko Paljetak. Honored member of UNIMA in 2004, Luko Paljetak (1943-2024) was an artist whose contributions to literature and puppetry have left an indelible mark on Croatian culture. FROM WEPA: LUKO PALJETAK “In 1971, Paljetak directed the […]
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Announcement: 29th Review of Puppet Theaters Rijeka – International Open Call We’re excited to announce the 29th Review of Puppet Theaters, scheduled for November 3-10, 2024 in Rijeka (Croatia), hosted by the Rijeka City Puppet Theater. International puppetry and children’s theaters (excluding Croatian and regional groups) are invited to submit one performance per theater for […]
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UNIMA PUPPET THATRE CINEMA – We are thrilled to announce that the World Puppetry Day 2024 marks the inception of a new initiative from the Cooperation and Humanitas Commissions. In celebration of this year’s most anticipated day, March 21st, we are embracing the spirit of compassion and solidarity by introducing a new way to contribute […]
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Zadar, Croatia – The 6th edition of the Mediterranean Puppet Festival “MEDITERANEO” will take place from June 29th to July 3rd, 2024, in the beautiful Zadar Puppet Theatre, located in the heart of old town, right on Croatia’s beautiful Dalmatian coast. Over the last editions, the festival has showcased a diverse range of puppetry styles, […]
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The city theater Zorin dom, in cooperation with the city of Karlovac and Karlovac County, is organizing the 3rd International Puppet Theater Festival Karlovac from 21st to 25th of May 2024 and we are pleased to announce the call for participation. ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: The vision of the festival is based on strengthening the availability […]
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Above: Closing ceremony of the FLUM Festival and UNIMA PC in Mostar, 2023 Introduction In a world often marked by division and conflict, the art of puppetry has long served as a powerful medium for conveying messages of peace, unity, and mutual understanding. This sentiment was beautifully captured in the recent launch of the UNIMA […]
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