Five sold-out performances by Karrromato (www.karromato.cz), Czech professional marionette company, the members of which are also Spanish, Hungarian and Serb performers living in the Czech Republic, confirmed the interest of the Korean public in traditional marionette shows. Such ones – like Wooden Circus – follow the tradition of classical Central European marionette performances and preserve their traditional values, not just as museum pieces, but also as a living form of contemporary theatrical expression, which captivate and entertain both young and adult audiences. Marionette shows has a tradition in the Czech Republic dating back hundreds of years and it used to be – and still is – one of the most popular theatre performances for Czech children.

Their shows také part at Yeouido Hangang Park from May 5-8, 2011. More at www.hiseoulfest.org

Wife of Ambassador of the Czech Republic Michaela Vovková (extreme left) with her son Sebastián, other Czech preschool children of Seoul and the Karromato performers after the first show of Karromato at Hi Seoul 2011 festival