Traditional Puppet Shows
Mandala Cultural Centre, Kanakapura Road, next to the Silk Institute Metro Station, Thalaghattapura, Bengaluru
Dhaatu Puppet Theater
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Traditional Puppet Shows
Mesmerizing performances featuring string, rod, and shadow puppetry techniques
Stories from Indian epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata brought to life
Unique blend of puppetry with classical dance and traditional music
About
We specialize in traditional Indian puppetry performances featuring string, rod, and shadow puppets. Our shows bring to life stories from Indian epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata, blending classical dance elements with puppetry.
What Makes Us Unique
- Expert craftsmanship in traditional puppet-making
- Integration of classical dance with puppetry
- Rich storytelling that preserves cultural heritage
Ideal For
- Cultural institutions and festivals
- Schools and educational organizations
- Audiences interested in traditional Indian arts
- Event organizers seeking authentic cultural performances
Additional Details
Our performances range from historical narratives like "Vijayanagara Vaibhava" to spiritual tales like "Ramlalla," each crafted with authentic techniques and traditional musical accompaniment.
Meet your Expert
Dhaatu Puppet Theater
9 connects in last 3 months
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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