00:10In Iran, the 21st Tehran International Puppet Theatre Festival Mubarak opened with colorful
00:18performances, uniting artists and audiences despite complex reunions and wartime conditions.
00:23The festival features puppeteers from 11 Iranian provinces and international delegations,
00:29showcasing shadow theatre, traditional storytelling and innovative adaptations of classic folklore.
00:36Organizers emphasized that holding the historic festival highlights popular resilience, cultural
00:42preservation and the power of art to foster international solidarity during times of crisis.
00:48Running through October 22nd, the festival continues to serve as a vital meeting point for global artists
00:54defending and defending cultural heritage and community expression.
01:07What makes the 21st Mubarak Tehran International Puppet Theatre Festival special is that it took place
01:14despite the difficult conditions imposed by the war.
01:25As we noted in our call for entries, in times like these, we need empathy, solidarity,
01:31and a sense of unity more than ever.
01:40That is why I would like to express my gratitude to all the Iranian and international puppeteers who participated.
01:47This festival welcomes puppeteers from 11 provinces across Iran, as well as three international groups.
01:55the bandw Yeti
01:55of course, we might go up here for Masters.
