Ulrich's court spectacle: A delegate witnesses the launch of the 7th Free Puppet and Figure Theater Festival
**Headline:** Ulrich's Hofspektakel Puppet Theatre Festival 2022 to Showcase Innovative Performances
The 7th edition of Halle's renowned Ulrich's Hofspektakel Puppet Theatre Festival is set to captivate audiences with a lineup of captivating performances from both local and international artists. The festival takes place from Saturday, June 28th, in the inner courtyard of the Ulrichskirche, Christian-Wolff-Straße 2.
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## Festival Schedule
### Saturday, June 28th - **9:45 am:** Opening performance by Jacob Simon & Julia Raab - **10:00 am:** Flora and the Tree - Figurentheater from Letting Go (Figurenthater Julia Raab) - **11:00 am:** Thumbelina (Figurentheater Märchenteppich) - **11:30 am:** Tiger & Bear (Walking Act: Figurentheater Julia Raab) - **12:00 pm:** The Daily Life of Jan Klaassen (Kaspertheater Erik van Ophem, Netherlands) - **3:30 pm:** The Daily Life of Jan Klaassen (Repeat Performance) - **5:00 pm:** Spinnlein, Spinnlein on the Wall (crabs & creatures) - **6:30 pm:** Musical Finale: Jack & Queen (Concert) - **9:45 pm:** Festival Finale: Together in Puppetry (Collaborative Performance)
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## Participating Artists
The festival will feature a diverse array of talented artists, including Julia Raab and Simon von Parys from "Figurentheater Julia Raab", Susa Ahrens from "Figurentheater Märchenteppich", Sebastian Putz from Fluxx-Theater, Pauline Drünert from "crabs & creatures", and Erik van Orphem from "Poppenkast Opgepast".
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## Additional Festival Highlights
- **Workshops:** Puppet-making and manipulation workshops for children and adults throughout the festival days. - **Meet the Artists:** Q&A sessions and discussions with the performers after select shows. - **Food and Craft Market:** Local stalls offering regional delicacies and handmade crafts in the festival courtyard.
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## Visitor Information
- **Tickets:** Available online and at the venue, with discounted rates for groups and children. - **Accessibility:** The festival site is wheelchair accessible. - **Public Transport:** Easy access via Halle public transport; nearest tram and bus stops within walking distance.
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The Ulrich's Hofspektakel Puppet Theatre Festival 2022 promises a rich cultural experience blending tradition with contemporary artistic expression. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the festival's official website.
During the festival, visitors can expect a fusion of traditional and modern puppetry, with performances by artists like Julia Raab from "Figurentheater Julia Raab," who will also be offering workshops on puppet-making and manipulation. Additionally, the festival schedule includes many entertainment opportunities, such as the musical finale featuring Jack & Queen, and the collaboration performance "Together in Puppetry."
