Mandala Cultural Centre, Kanakapura Road, next to the Silk Institute Metro Station, Thalaghattapura, Bengaluru, India
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Explore diverse collection of traditional puppets from India and worldwide
Interactive educational experiences for schools and groups
Special exhibitions featuring cultural artifacts and dioramas
We offer guided tours of our unique puppet museum at the Mandala Cultural Centre, showcasing traditional puppets from India and worldwide. Visitors can explore diverse puppet-making techniques, cultural artifacts, and special exhibitions like our renowned doll displays during festivals.
Cultural enthusiasts, students, families, and anyone interested in traditional arts and storytelling. Perfect for educational groups seeking hands-on exposure to India's puppet heritage.
Museum visits can be combined with our workshops and live puppet demonstrations for a comprehensive cultural experience.
Dhaatu Puppet Theater
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My Story
My roots - From engineering to puppetry, I followed my heart to preserve India's traditional storytelling arts.
What drives me - I believe puppetry creates meaningful connections in today's digital world, keeping our cultural heritage alive.
Learning journey - Trained extensively in Bharatanatyam and Kathakali, blending these classical arts into my puppet shows.
Recognition speaks - Honored with Sangeet Natak Akademi Puraskar and Padma Shri for contributing to Indian arts.
My Work
What I offer - I create puppet shows, run workshops, organize festivals, and manage a puppet museum.
What makes me different - I uniquely blend traditional puppetry with classical dance forms and contemporary storytelling techniques.
Teaching approach - My workshops focus on hands-on learning, from basic puppet-making to complex theatrical productions.
Cultural hub - Built Mandala Cultural Centre in Bengaluru as a space for learning and experiencing puppet arts.
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