Fidena Festival 2026: Creative workshop brings Bochum into festival mood
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Fidena Festival in Bochum: Creative workshop with natural materials
On May 17, 2026, the Fidena Festival transforms the Kunstmuseum Bochum into a place of imagination, craftsmanship, and playful discovery. In the workshop with Théâtre Puzzle, lively figures are created from sticks, branches, and leaves - a family-friendly multi-day experience in the midst of the international puppet theater festival.
When wood, leaves, and ideas become characters
The workshop is aimed at children aged 5 and up and combines artistic practice with a sustainable view of the world. From simple natural materials, quirky, brave, or funny beings emerge, each seemingly telling their own story. This is where Fidena shows its strength: puppet theater is not just observed but experienced firsthand.
Fidena as a festival with history and stance
Since 1958, Fidena has gathered outstanding productions of international puppet theater in Bochum and the surrounding area. The festival is considered traditional yet open to new forms, premieres, and collaborations. For 2026, the organizers announce 28 productions from 16 countries; the next edition runs from May 13 to May 21, 2026, marking the first under the new leadership of Helene Ewert and Christofer Schmidt.
Kunstmuseum Bochum: Suitable place for a concentrated festival atmosphere
The workshop takes place at the Kunstmuseum Bochum at Kortumstraße 147. The venue is centrally located in Bochum and is easily accessible by bus, train, and car. The museum environment creates a quiet, inspiring festival atmosphere - ideal for children, families, and all who appreciate creative work in a protected space. Registration is required for the workshop; participation is free or by donation. However, registration does not substitute for a ticket for the later show Bois.
Looking forward to a poetic family format
For those who want to grasp culture with their hands, this format is just right: a creative workshop that combines nature, theater, and imagination. Fidena demonstrates with this offering how lively festival organization and cultural mediation can go hand in hand. May 17, 2026 promises an inspiring morning, where little stage figures emerge from found objects in the forest.
Conclusion: This workshop brings children and families closer to international puppet theater in an immediate, playful way. Anyone eager for creativity, festival atmosphere, and a special encounter with natural materials should experience Fidena live at the Kunstmuseum Bochum.
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