About the Open Call

The International Puppet Fringe Festival, New York’s only international fringe festival dedicated to puppetry, returns August 12-16, 2026, and will once again feature performances by leading puppet makers and troupes from around the world. Organized by Teatro SEA, Grupo Morán (The Morán Group) and The Clemente Soto Velez Cultural & Education Center, the festival provides a dynamic platform for both established and emerging puppeteers to showcase their work, exchange ideas, and connect with audiences. This edition will highlight and celebrate Women in Puppetry, especially encouraging performances led by women and female-identifying artists.

What is Offered

A dynamic platform to showcase puppetry work, exchange ideas with global practitioners, and connect with New York City audiences during a five-day international festival.

Requirements

Open call for puppeteers and troupes representing diverse styles, traditions, and voices. Special focus on performances created, directed, or led by women and female-identifying artists.

How to Apply

Interested puppeteers and troupes must review the requirements and guidelines and submit their applications via the official application link on the festival website by the January 16, 2026 deadline.