Teatro dei Pupi
Teatro dei Pupi
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Traditional show of the particular Sicilian armed puppets born between the second half of the nineteenth century and the first half of the twentieth century. The repertoire consists almost entirely of chivalric narratives derived largely from novels and poems of the Carolingian cycle. The puppet theater of Syracuse is one of the precious pieces of the urban mosaic, a place of art and culture that enriches the city and invites the visitor to get to know one of the most important cultural aspects of Sicily. Unique and essential experience for those visiting Syracuse.
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- Sara WSeattle, Washington16 contributionsA great “site” in Siracusa not to be missedIf you fund yourself sufficiently fortunate to land in Ortigia don’t miss this. The show was dramatic and suspenseful with a story line that could be followed by non-Italian speakers. What a wonderful art form to enjoy while vacationing.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 5, 2023
- Sally GHindhead, United Kingdom26 contributionsGreat show but the use of mobile phones disappointing.A beautiful puppet show. The puppets were amazing and the story was easy to follow even though it was in Italian. The one disappointment was that people were allowed to take pictures and video the performance. The light from the phones was a big distraction 😥Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 12, 2023
- Susan Z18 contributionsA unique experienceWhen traveling to Sicily you should definitely see a puppet show. The puppets aren't anything like what we have in America. At the beginning of the show, they give a summary of the story in Italian and in English. The show is in Italian. The puppets and the costumes are so beautiful and interesting. I highly recommend this experience. It was very enjoyableVisited September 2023Traveled with familyWritten October 18, 2023
- Geri Ann D1 contributionPuppet MagicThe Teatro dei Pupi in Siracusa is a must-see once in a lifetime experience not to be missed. The 100-year old tradition of puppet story-telling is amazing. The staff is very gentile and talented and we thoroughly enjoyed the show. The setting is amazing!Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 18, 2023
- Mark WLeeds, United Kingdom197 contributionsThe show is great. There's also the chance to book a behind the scenes tour too.The Puppet Theatre itself is an interesting place. The puppets themselves are works of art with fabulous costumes which sparkle on stage. When you book at the venue you are asigned a seat by name and told to come back 5 minutes before curtain up. You are shown to your seat so there is no scramble for places. The story / plot. Is outlined in Italian and English at the outset. Plot was a bit complicated and hard to absorb so briefly. May have helped if a summary of the scene just gone and a hint of the next was given out in English during scene changes. The show itself was brilliant. Amazing how much emotion could be expressed with such simple technology. That said the lights and sound system certainly add to the whole effect. Great fun alround, the show simply flew by. As a bonus at the end of the show we were told upon showing your ticket you got discounted entry to the Museo dei Pupi.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten May 22, 2024
- GrandmaBonnieOakland, California195 contributionsA unique experienceA unique experience. The puppeteers are very skilled and the costumes are amazing. It's a bit difficult to follow if you don't speak Italian because much of the dialogue is expository. Still, it's a lot of fun and I'm glad we went.Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 12, 2024
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Chrisgale
Sheffield, UK1,196 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
This was so lovely, it doesn't matter if you don't speak Italian you are given an overview of the story before. Its very funny and the puppeteers are terrific. Keeping alive an age old tradition. Everyone was friendly, do visit the museum down the street, a little boy was enthusiastic in telling the history and his family involvement even though we didn't speak the language. Well worth it. 4 30 most days buy the ticket in advance to be sure. Lovely costumes, do support this
Written May 20, 2022
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Michael
69 contributions
Mar 2023
We have been twice Teatro dei Pupi Siracusa and absolutely loved the time. The first time with Orlando and Angelica ending with and epic battle where the puppets were piling up! My daughter was 3 and absolutely loved the action. You do not need to understand Italian because the emotions behind the wonderful acting tell the story. This time we watched the L’Inganno di Angelica Orlando alla Rupe dell’Indovino at the Teatro dei Pupi Siracusa. It was very emotional with the most beautiful Griffin puppet magically altering a fountain and Angelica falls in love while Orlando, while Orlando drinks it and absolutely despises her! Oh no the brilliant drama ensues!! There were twists and turns and at the end always an incomplete story to keep you coming! The puppets have returned from the pandemic beautifully detailed. The wardrobes and intricate artwork is absolutely stunning. My daughter now seven kept asking to watch it again, but unfortunately we will have to wait until next year. Get tickets in advanced because they will sell out. Also, check with your children to see if they can handle darkness and loud voices. This can be overwhelming for some little children. My daughter was 3 the first time and 7 the second time and both times loved it. She is Sicilian so she loves the story and the drama! Bravissimo 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Written April 1, 2023
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Lucyontheroad7
24 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
The amount of skill displayed in this 45 minute puppet show is Phenomenal! The small cast of trained actors play several character voices and masterfully bring the puppets alive! The music is also wonderful and the only recorded part of the show.
The theater is also charming and small. No bad seats.
The theater is also charming and small. No bad seats.
Written May 22, 2022
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Maria B
Kendal, UK80 contributions
Mar 2023
Great fun! This is a small puppet theatre with performances which last about one hour. The performance itself is in Italian (which I don't speak) but there was a helpful introduction in English. And in any case, puppet theatre doesn't need any translation! We thoroughly enjoyed this introdcution to one of the cultural highlights if Sicily. If you like this sort of thing, go and see the puppet museum, too!
Written April 3, 2023
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Wilann S
11 contributions
May 2022
I loved everything about Teatro Dei Pupi! The puppets are exquisite. The puppeteers are incredibly talented. The scripts are wonderfully written and produced and the staff is young, energetic, and ready to keep this gorgeous age old art form alive and well for generations to come. A wonderful, wonderful experience, not to be missed!!
Written May 27, 2022
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Ken Y
Edinburgh, UK20 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Excellent little puppet theatre with impressive puppets managed very well. I would have given this five stars except for the fact that inevitably the speech is in Italian making it hard to follow exactly what is going on. The story is outlined in English beforehand and that helps, but clearly you miss some of the nuances of the show. I would still highly recommend it - these traditional activities deserve support.
Written September 25, 2023
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HowardB49
London, UK285 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Small intimate puppet theatre. Performance was in Italian but there was an English commentary before hand, so easy to follow the story. Puppets are traditional Italian in design and the performance is brilliantly executed. The museum is just around the corner. Performance lasts for 50 minutes with no interval. Pre- dinner treat
Written October 8, 2022
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holly r
4 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We thoroughly enjoyed the puppet theatre even though we don't speak Italian. The host explained the plot before the show began so we had a sense of the events. The puppets are amazing and the music and props kept us engaged for the one-hour show. You won't regret it and you will support a long-time tradition. Have fun!
Written July 2, 2023
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npier5
Chicago, IL30 contributions
Sep 2022
The small and intimate theatre is a great place to see the show. The employees are friendly. Even though the play is in Italian, we were able to follow along as a summary was given in English before the performance.
Written September 13, 2022
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Mark W
Leeds, UK197 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The Puppet Theatre itself is an interesting place. The puppets themselves are works of art with fabulous costumes which sparkle on stage. When you book at the venue you are asigned a seat by name and told to come back 5 minutes before curtain up. You are shown to your seat so there is no scramble for places. The story / plot. Is outlined in Italian and English at the outset. Plot was a bit complicated and hard to absorb so briefly. May have helped if a summary of the scene just gone and a hint of the next was given out in English during scene changes.
The show itself was brilliant. Amazing how much emotion could be expressed with such simple technology. That said the lights and sound system certainly add to the whole effect.
Great fun alround, the show simply flew by.
As a bonus at the end of the show we were told upon showing your ticket you got discounted entry to the Museo dei Pupi.
The show itself was brilliant. Amazing how much emotion could be expressed with such simple technology. That said the lights and sound system certainly add to the whole effect.
Great fun alround, the show simply flew by.
As a bonus at the end of the show we were told upon showing your ticket you got discounted entry to the Museo dei Pupi.
Written May 22, 2024
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My ship is in port in Siracusa on October 12, 2021. Are there puppet shows that day and, if so, can I get tickets at the box office or do I order through mail or online?
Written July 5, 2021
I confirm that on 12 October there will be a show at 5 pm. You can buy tickets online on our website or book by email.
Thanks
Best regards
Written August 20, 2021
buongiorno ho un bambino di 1 anno è possibile assistere a uno spettacolo o è preferibile che siano più grandi per evitare fastidi ad altri spettatori?
Written August 3, 2019
lenstermon
Hicksville, New York
are there any shows in mid to late october, 2018
Written August 12, 2018
In October the shows will be every day, except on Wednesdays, at 5:00 pm.
Thank you
Best Regards
Katia
Written August 13, 2018
Hello, is the Teatro dei Pupi suitable for a 2 year old? If so, which is the ticket price? On the website it only shows from 3 onwards. Thanks!
Written May 13, 2018
Thicket price for adults is € 8,50, for each person
Written May 14, 2018
Vamos a estar la primera semana de julio en Siracusa y nos encantaría asistir con nuestras hijas. He consultado el programa en la pagina web pero no aparecen horarios ni días concretos de las funciones. Es posible reservar??
Gracias
Written May 3, 2018
Estimada Sra. Esther,
en nuestro sitio web puede encontrar la página del calendario teatral y la página para reservar.
En el mes de julio los shows son los siguientes:
Lunes, miércoles y viernes a las 6:00 p.m.
Martes, jueves y sábados a las 9:00 p.m.
gracias
Katia Di Giovanni
Written May 3, 2018
SilverBelleGal
Fredericksburg, Texas
How do I purchase tickets to PACKAGE DEALS
Pupi show + Visit at the museum € 10,00 (ADULT) € 6,00 (KIDS) online? Do I go through Trip Advisor? If so, how? Thank you.
Written April 28, 2018
Dear Sir / Madam,
to book you can indicate your surname, the number of people and the chosen day and then I can confirm your reservation.
Thank you
Best regards
Katia Di Giovanni
Written April 29, 2018
Buongiorno,mio marito ed io verremo a settembre nella vostra bellissima terra, purtroppo la pianificazione del viaggio ci farà arrivare di sabato sera, non sapendo se in tempo per lo spettacolo serale,alla domenica non c’è la possibilità di vederlo?
Written March 19, 2018
Gentile signora Sabina,
il nostro calendario teatrale per il mese di settembre prevede spettacoli tutti i giorni alle ore 17:00 escluso la domenica. Se mi indica di quale domenica si tratta, le posso dire se é previsto uno spettacolo fuori programma.
Grazie
Cordiali saluti
Katia Di Giovanni
Written March 20, 2018
How can I get 2 tickets for Sept 29?
Deb Beckmann
Written September 25, 2017
When does the box office open so I can try to buy tickets for this evening's show? Grazie!
Written September 14, 2017
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