CroatiaThe 59th International Puppet Theater Festival (PIF) in Zagreb runs from September 11 to 17, featuring performances by 13 puppet theaters and artistic groups from nine countries. The festival opens with 'The Last Pierrot Day' by French group Deraïdenz at the Cultural Center Travno, highlighting non-verbal theater for adults. Performances cater to children, youth, and adults, including works like 'The Weirwood House' and 'Pinocchio' by local and international troupes. The event promotes universal dialogue and cultural exchange through puppetry, emphasizing cross-cultural understanding beyond linguistic and generational barriers.
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