Cultural Festivals
Mandala Cultural Centre, Kanakapura Road, near the Silk Institute Metro Station, Talaghattapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560109
Dhaatu Puppet Theater
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Cultural Festivals
Annual international puppet festival featuring global artists and performances
Navaratra Mahotsava celebrating Indian culture through puppetry and dance
Cultural exchange programs with performances from around the world
About
We organize two major cultural festivals celebrating Indian arts and puppetry traditions:
Our Festivals
- Dhaatu International Puppet Festival: Annual event featuring performances, seminars and workshops with renowned puppeteers
- Dhaatu Navaratra Mahotsava: Cultural festival combining dance performances, puppet shows and exhibitions
What Makes Us Unique
- Integration of multiple art forms including puppetry, dance and storytelling
- Platform for both traditional and contemporary performances
- International collaborations with global artists and organizations
Ideal For
Cultural enthusiasts, families, educational institutions and anyone interested in experiencing authentic Indian performing arts through immersive festival experiences.
Meet your Expert
Dhaatu Puppet Theater
18 connects in last 3 months
My Story
My journey began - From a background in theater and dance, I found my calling in puppetry and started Dhaatu in 2004.
What drives me - The ancient Natyashastra guides my work, as I believe in keeping our rich cultural stories alive through puppetry.
Always learning - International collaborations and cultural festivals have shaped my artistic vision and storytelling approach.
Recognition humbles me - Receiving the Padma Shri wasn't just my achievement, but a recognition for the art of puppetry itself.
My Work
What I do? - I create puppet shows, run cultural festivals, conduct workshops, and manage India's unique puppet museum.
How my services are different? - We blend traditional Indian storytelling with dance and modern puppetry techniques for unique experiences.
Education is key - Our workshops and museum tours help preserve cultural heritage by teaching puppetry to new generations.
Cultural depth - Every show draws from Indian mythology and history, making complex stories accessible through puppetry.
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