The Festival, returning to Chicago January 19-29, 2017, features over 90 performances by 20 different companies from around the world – Norway, Iran, Italy, Canada, South Korea, and, of course, your favorite artists from Chicago! The lineup includes renowned productions by: Hamid Rahmanian, Silencio Blanco,Michael Montenegro, Plexus Polaire, Teatro dei Piedi, Théâtre Puzzle, and Portmanteau. 

Tickets on sale now!

Eager to learn more? Talented Columbia College student Cyrus Stowe spent the day with Blair Thomas at his studio barn where he got an exclusive behind–the-scenes look at Blair’s process and how he creates the magic behind his puppets.