The “Xinxifilo” (Ladybird) Puppet Theatre Festival takes place!

For 21 years in a row, the “Xinxifilo” (Ladybird) Puppet Theatre Festival has brought smiles, imagination and artistic education to children all over the country.

This year’s edition brought together artists, creators and young audiences on a journey full of colour and emotion, promoting the values of the performing arts and cultural heritage. The festival’s shows were welcomed in Pogradec, Berat, Tirana, Gramsh, Vlorë, Fier and Elbasan, turning puppet theatre into a bridge of communication between generations.

Among the festival’s guests was the National Puppet Theatre of Tirana, which brought to the stage of the “Piro Xëci” theatre the colourful and imaginative production “Shfaqja e Cirkut” (The Circus Show).

With direction, puppets and set design by Klajdi Ymeri, the show created a magical universe where the characters, humour and endless surprises captured the attention of the children and families in the audience.

The festival audience enjoyed plenty of emotion and laughter and gave warm applause in appreciation of the artistic work. The “Xinxifilo” Festival continues to bring quality productions to Pogradec that nourish the imagination, awaken curiosity and turn art into a wonderful celebration for everyone.

The event was supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, the Municipality of Pogradec and the Pogradec Multifunctional Centre. A.K./TemA