Dramatic Arts Centre of Iran (DAC) is pleased to inform you that the 21st International Puppet Theatre Festival, Tehran-Mobarak, will take place from October 18th to 23rd, 2026, in Tehran, Iran. The festival is non-competitive and serves as a platform for artistic exchange and cultural dialogue. This edition embraces the full spectrum of puppetry from traditional forms to contemporary frontiers. Special attention will be given to works exploring:
- Puppetry and Technology
- Puppetry and Artificial Intelligence
- Puppetry and Multimedia
The festival regards tradition and innovation as two hands of the same art.
Deadline: 1 August 2026
