We are excited to announce the Open Call for the 2nd Celluloid Golem Puppet Art Festival and invite puppetry artists and companies to submit their shows!
Join us in Düsseldorf for an exciting celebration of contemporary puppetry art.
Submission Deadline: August 1st, 2025
Multiple submissions are welcome.
Please note: Submissions should be aimed at an adult audience. Children’s shows will not be considered.
Selected shows will be presented at:
- Celluloid Golem Festival in FFT Düsseldorf: May 7-10, 2026
- FIDENA Puppetry Festival in Bochum: May 12-17, 2026
- Pumpenhaus in Münster: Date to be announced
How to Apply:
- Platform: All submissions require two steps:
- Uploading of all required files (as a Zip file) via our online platform: https://celluloid-golem.wetransfer.com/
Your Submission Should Include:
- Show Title
- Link to Full Show Video
- Link to Trailer (if available)
- Show Duration
- Country (where the show is based/originated from)
- Language (of the performance)
- Synopsis (a brief summary of your show)
- Director’s Name / Group’s Name
- Premiere Year
- Cast and Crew Members List
- Price (performance fee)
- Any other information you’d like us to know about your show or artistic practice.
Upload as a zip file: https://celluloid-golem.wetransfer.com/
- Technical Rider (detailing your technical requirements) zip
- Press reviews / critiques (if available) zip
- 2-3 High-Resolution Photos zip
Your Contact Information:
- Phone
- Postal Address