Novosibirsk Regional Puppet Theater presented the play “About Petrushka” in English on the stage of the amphitheater of the India Habitat Center in New Delhi as part of the 20th Ishara International Puppet Festival.
In her welcoming address, Spouse of the Russian Ambassador to India Diana Alipova expressed gratitude to the organizers for an opportunity to introduce the Indian audience to the Russian puppet tradition as well as underscored that this type of theatre is considered a national treasure in Russia.
After the performance, the troupe members held a small master class for spectators and took photographs with everyone.
The organizers, for their part, noted that Russian theaters have been a highlight of the festival for many years and expressed their willingness to host more performing groups from Russia in the coming years.