Moved to Life: Tradition and Reinvention in Asian Puppet Theatre runs 7–8 November 2026 at Penang Institute for its day programme and Armenian Park for its night programme. Day admission is ticketed; the night programme is free.
Date: 7–8 November 2026
Time: Day programme: 9:00am–6:00pm at Penang Institute; night programme: 8:00pm–11:00pm at Armenian Park.
Venue: Penang Institute (day programme); Armenian Park (night programme)
Fee: Day programme is ticketed; night programme is free.
Organiser: Teochew Puppet & Opera House
让传统活起来：亚洲偶戏的传统操演到当代创生
《让传统活起来：亚洲偶戏的传统操演到当代创生》将于2026年11月7日至8日在槟城举行。日间节目在 Penang Institute 举行，需购票；晚间节目在 Armenian Park 举行，免费入场。活动包括专题讲座、讨论、演出、工作坊、纪录片放映及其他节目。
Highlights
- Day programme: 9:00am–6:00pm at Penang Institute
- Night programme: 8:00pm–11:00pm at Armenian Park
- Day programme includes keynotes, panels, performances and workshops
- Free night programme features performances, a documentary screening, an exhibition, an interactive game and projection mapping
- Teochew iron-rod puppeteers from China, Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia will gather on one stage
About Moved to Life: Tradition and Reinvention in Asian Puppet Theatre
Moved to Life: Tradition and Reinvention in Asian Puppet Theatre is an international performing arts symposium and puppetry event in Penang on 7–8 November 2026. The programme explores how traditional puppetry is passed on and reimagined for the present.
The ticketed day programme runs from 9:00am to 6:00pm at Penang Institute, with keynotes and panels, feature performances and workshops.
The free night programme runs from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Armenian Park. It will feature performances, a documentary screening, a curated exhibition, an interactive game and projection mapping.
Teochew iron-rod puppeteers from China, Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia will perform together, alongside artists, scholars and cultural practitioners from other regions.
Getting there
The programmes take place at two venues, so plan transport between Penang Institute and Armenian Park. Check Rapid Penang routes or arrange a taxi or ride-hailing service before travelling.
Tips
- Plan for separate venues and schedules for the day and night programmes.
- Check the official event page or organiser’s social media for the latest ticket and event details.
FAQ
When is Moved to Life 2026?
It runs on 7–8 November 2026.
Where is the event held?
The day programme is at Penang Institute, and the night programme is at Armenian Park.
Is it free?
The day programme is ticketed. The night programme at Armenian Park is free.
What time do the programmes run?
The day programme runs from 9:00am to 6:00pm, and the night programme runs from 8:00pm to 11:00pm.
