Every year, World Puppetry Day is observed on March 21 to recognize puppetry as a global art form. The day also pays tribute to and honors puppeteers from around the world. In 2003, UNIMA — Union Internationale de la Marionnette created World Puppetry Day.
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History of World Puppetry Day
- In 2000, the Iranian puppet theatre artist Javad Zolfaghari gave the World Puppetry Day at 18 Congress of the Union Internationale de la Marionnette, (UNIMA) in Magdeburg.
- In 2002, UNIMA proclaimed this day and the next year (2013), The first celebration was organized.
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Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | March 21 | Thursday |
| 2025 | March 21 | Friday |
| 2026 | March 21 | Saturday |
| 2027 | March 21 | Sunday |
| 2028 | March 21 | Tuesday |
FAQ
Who was the first puppet animator?
The first puppet animator was Aleksandr Shiryaev.