Phuket International Puppet Festival 2018

The inaugural Phuket World Puppet Festival brought together over 50 puppet troupes from 26 countries, each showcasing their unique cultural heritage through puppetry. Let's delve into the festival's highlights, starting with the vibrant parade along Thalang Road.

The parade today was a joyous occasion, with the stories and cultures of each country being conveyed through the puppets and smiles of their caretakers. Join us as we take you on a tour of the parade's procession.

The 2018 Phuket Puppet Festival was held over four days at various locations throughout Phuket.

The event will begin on November 1st with a Meet&Greet with the robots at the Public House courtyard in Central Festival Phuket shopping mall.

The event will be held on November 2nd at Patong Beach and The Port of Jungceylon Shopping Mall.

November 3rd, held at the Thalang Road Old Town area.

The event will be held on November 4th at Thalang Road, Mangkorn Square, and Limelight Market.

The first day will be a meet-and-greet event with a small showcase of robots from various countries, followed by a lunch exchange and discussion.

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On the 2nd, the event will be held at Patong Beach as a seaside show to whet the appetite before the evening performance at The Port stage of Jungceylon Shopping Center.

The third day of the event was the highlight, featuring a parade that closed Thalang Road in the Old Town. Despite the heavy rain, the parade was a huge success, with everyone eagerly taking photos and joining in the fun.

The opening dance procession was a delightful spectacle.

Robots from various countries showcased their unique characteristics and charm.

Thai puppets have captured the hearts of both Thai and international audiences. These puppets, based on the familiar characters from the Ramayana epic and adorned with distinctively Thai attire, have captivated many with their charm.

The performance also featured puppets from local folklore, which is a positive sign that young people are interested in such traditions.

The vibrant colors of the parade from the World Puppet Festival.

Western puppets, representing diverse ethnicities, will captivate audiences with their musical accompaniment and vibrant costumes.

Indian puppetry bears a striking resemblance to the shadow puppetry of southern Thailand.

The puppetry from Taiwan is reminiscent of martial arts films.

Carving dolls is also another thing that has received a lot of attention.

This global puppet festival is a remarkable event that showcases puppets from various countries, adding vibrancy to Phuket and introducing the world to Thailand's rich cultural heritage. This inaugural event marks a significant step forward, and we hope it will become an annual tradition.

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