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20th anniversary of the 2005 UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions

Europe, News, Notices - 12/02/2025

In 2025, we are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the 2005 UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, a fundamental text that serves as a key tool for our sector. Ratified by UNIMA, this convention supports the recognition and promotion of puppetry arts worldwide by fostering cultural diversity, intercultural dialogue, and […]

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Love Puppetry, Love the World – UNIMA GoFundMe Campaign

National Centers, News, Notices - 12/02/2025

❤️ Love Puppetry, Love the World! 🌎 Support UNIMA’s Representation Fund at the 24th Congress in Chuncheon, Korea   This Valentine’s Day, celebrate love in a way that goes beyond borders—through the love language of puppetry! UNIMA is preparing for its 24th Congress in Chuncheon, South Korea (May 26–30, 2025). This global gathering is a […]

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UNIMA Nordic: Puppet Saturdays Lecture Series – Exploring Lambe-Lambe & Miniature Theatre

Puppet Saturdays Lecture Series Going Small: Exploring Lambe–Lambe & Miniature Theatre Join UNIMA Nordic for an engaging online conversation about the art of lambe-lambe theatre and miniature storytelling with Tessa Rivarola (Iceland/Paraguay), Gabriela Céspedes (Argentina), and Fras Theatre (Czech Republic), moderated by Greta Clough (Iceland). Together, we’ll explore the beauty of small-scale performances, the intimacy […]

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Introducing the 1st International Puppetry Residency in Pelion, Greece Intensive Lambe Lambe making La

Greece, News, Notices - 5/02/2025

Introducing the 1st International Puppetry Residency in Pelion, Greece Intensive Lambe Lambe making Lab We are very happy to announce the launch of the 1st International Puppetry Residency taking place in the scenic and inspiring Pelion region of Greece. This immersive 8-day residency will bring together artists, creators, and puppetry enthusiasts to dive into the […]

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Calling all puppet artists: Eugene O’Neill Theater Center – 2025 National Puppetry Conference

News, Notices, United States - 29/01/2025

Calling all puppet artists: Our friends at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center in Waterford, CT, are now accepting applications for the 2025 National Puppetry Conference! Apply now to grow your skills and develop exciting new works of puppet theater. This year’s renowned instructors include Alice Laloy, Noel MacNeal, Maiko Kikuchi, Chamindika Wanduragala, Liz Hara, Jim Kroupa, […]

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Symposium: “Gestures and Processes in Puppetry Arts” – France

France, News, Notices, Research - 25/01/2025

Symposium: “Gestures and Processes in Puppetry Arts” January 29–30, 2025 |  Strasbourg University, France Language: French Explore scenography in puppetry through scientific research, artist/researcher dialogues, and collective experimental labs. – Find the full program for the symposium Gestes et processus dans les arts de la marionnette. Free entry and live streaming available. 🔗 Programme – […]

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Open Call for UNIMA Symposium: Borders – New Deadline

News, Notices, Research, South Korea - 15/01/2025

Borders – Puppetry Unborders Dates: May 22-23, 2025 Location: Chuncheon, Korea Submission Deadline: February 15th. The UNIMA Symposium on “Borders – Puppetry Unborders” is now accepting submissions! This symposium is hosted as part of the 2025 UNIMA Congress and the Chuncheon World Puppet Festival. Call for Papers: We invite participants to explore the question of […]

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In Memory of Ms. Biserka Assenova (1943–2025)

Belgium, Bulgaria, News, Notices - 14/01/2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Biserka Assenova, Honorary Member of UNIMA International and a remarkable figure in the world of puppetry, born on October 18, 1943, in Sofia, Bulgaria. Biserka was an innovator and pioneer—being the first woman to complete a degree in puppet direction and dramaturgy at DAMU […]

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