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Panevėžys Puppet Wagon Theatre
Panevėžys, Panevėžys1-1.5 hoursBest: Year-round
One of the oldest puppet theatres in Lithuania, known for its traveling wagon performances — a cherished institution of Lithuanian children's culture since the Soviet era.
The Panevėžys Puppet Wagon Theatre (Lėlių Vežimo Teatras) is one of Lithuania's most beloved cultural institutions. Founded during the Soviet era, this puppet theatre is famous for its traveling wagon performances — taking shows to rural communities and towns across Lithuania in a tradition that combines folk theatre with modern puppetry.
The theatre's permanent home in Panevėžys houses a collection of puppets spanning decades of Lithuanian puppetry, from simple hand puppets to elaborate marionettes. The repertoire draws on Lithuanian folk tales, international fairy tales, and original works, performed with a distinctive Panevėžys style that balances humor, artistry, and emotional depth.
Why Visit
A charming window into Lithuanian children's culture and the art of puppetry. The traveling wagon tradition connects modern performances to centuries-old folk theatre.
55.7333, 24.3500
Visitor Tips
- 1Check performance schedule in advance
- 2The puppet collection is fascinating
- 3Shows often in Lithuanian — but puppetry transcends language
- 4A charming family activity