Pupi & Pini: the ugly duckling

“Pupi & Pini” returns in 2026, the street and puppet theatre festival dedicated to families. All shows are aimed at a family audience. The common thread of the festival is the strong link between children's literature and live performance, with many artists known for their talent and professionalism in the scenic arts, from traditional oral tales to novels, classic fairy tales to contemporary texts.

On Wednesday, July 15th, at 9:30 pm, Hemingway Park will host the show "The Ugly Duckling," curated by TieffeU. A large, three-dimensional pop-up book comes to life on stage, animated by foam figures and bright colors. Through the charm of a fairy tale, this ancient yet timely story addresses profound issues such as racism, discrimination, and conformism with irony and metaphor, celebrating diversity as a virtue. An experience that teaches through entertainment.

The event is at 9:30 pm and is free.

Event organized by the Municipality of Lignano Sabbiadoro in collaboration with the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region, the Spiaggia Viva Cuore Consortium and the Library of Lignano Sabbiadoro. Artistic direction of the Ortoteatro Società cooperativa Pordenone.