Fidena Festival: Puppets 4.0 - An Imaginary Museum in Bochum
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A magical museum without showcases: Puppets 4.0 brings Bochum's puppet theater to life
With Puppets 4.0 - An Imaginary Museum, digital storytelling meets the great tradition of puppetry at the Fidena Festival. An immersive event experience will be created at the Rotunde Bochum on May 15, 2026, utilizing VR glasses, virtual spaces, and a curated puppet collection. The production explores five atmospherically different image worlds and presents the history of puppetry in a new, contemporary form. ([rausgegangen.de](https://rausgegangen.de/events/puppets-40-0/))
When figures tell stories and technology opens doors
The special aspect of this event lies in the combination of exhibition, performance, and digital space exploration. Visitors do not experience a classic display behind glass, but rather a virtual exhibition where objects, figures, and knowledge merge into a distinctive cultural format. The international Fidena Festival has stood for outstanding productions of puppetry since 1958 and has been presenting international positions in Bochum and the region for decades. ([fidena.de](https://www.fidena.de/programm/fidena/fidena-2026/mn_48640?utm_source=openai))
The Rotunde as a fitting framework for an open cultural format
The Rotunde at Am Kulturgleis 3-5 in the heart of Bochum is considered a vibrant off-location with space for art, concerts, exhibitions, and festivals. Depending on the event, it can accommodate 100 to 1,200 guests; for smaller to medium formats, 20 to 600 people are also possible. According to location information, Bochum HBF train station is about ten minutes away, making public transport travel convenient. ([rotunde-bochum.de](https://www.rotunde-bochum.de/))
Audience mood between curiosity and festival vibe
Those interested in puppet theater, object art, and innovative mediation will find a concentrated cultural event here with a strong experiential character. The performance is directed at a curious audience that appreciates immersive formats, artistic research, and a unique event atmosphere. This makes the event an exciting component of the festival program and a visit that goes far beyond a classic exhibition visit. ([rausgegangen.de](https://rausgegangen.de/events/puppets-40-0/))
Conclusion
Puppets 4.0 - An Imaginary Museum combines the fascination of puppetry with a modern, digital presentation form. A culturally rich experience will be created at the Rotunde Bochum on May 15, 2026, for all those seeking new perspectives on art, stage, and museum. Those wanting to experience the festival vibe and the immersive production live should keep this date in mind. ([rausgegangen.de](https://rausgegangen.de/events/puppets-40-0/))
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