Pupi & Pini: La fiaba di re Orcone e della magica pozione

“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, August 5th, Hemingway Park in Lignano Pineta will host the performance "The Tale of King Orcon and the Magic Potion," presented by Ortotearo-C'è un Asino Che Vola. But who left those pebbles on the ground? Perhaps they're a clue to follow? I understand, it's the story of Tom Thumb... but no, it's the story of Carlotta and Carletto... two children who, threatened by the evil King Orcon, are forced to take refuge in the woods to escape his pot. After various adventures, with the help of the good ogre Gigione and the potions of the friendly dwarf Mistura, the two friends will manage to defeat the evil ogre, restoring serenity and justice throughout the kingdom. The performance is based on an original fairy tale written for the company by Tinin Mantegazza, theater director and television writer (among his many creations, the puppet Dodò from the Rai show L'Albero Azzurro).

The event is at 9:00 PM and admission 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.