International Puppet Festival announces that the 8th edition of the festival will be realised from 13 to 25 May 2008.

Lisbon embraces the world through the art of puppetry.The INTERNATIONAL PUPPET FESTIVAL AND VISUAL THEATRE is sponcer by the Ministry of Culture and the Council of the City .

The aim of the festival is to introduce different styles of puppetry to the Portuguese audience, and an opportunity to share others experiences with artists in the world of puppetry. Lisbon International Festival of Puppetry Festival is a highly selective organization and it is open mostly to the best masters of the puppet art. The selection criteria of performances extends from modern to traditional nterpretations in puppetry art. In addition to shows, workshops and exhibitions of puppet theatre will be held. Besides, we would like to share the magic of Lisbon. The city of poets is waiting for you with all it's historical charm and beauty!

If you are interested in participating at the INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF PUPPETRY AND VISUAL THEATRE, please let us have your complete details, a videotape, press bullettin, brochure, poster, photos and other related materials of your show.

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