Calling All Puppet-Masters: Smethwick Puppetry Festival 2026 Wants YOU!
Apply now to perform at the festival running 14th–22nd February 2026 — applications close Friday 29th August 2025!
Our friends at Smethwick Puppetry Festival have flung open the stage curtains for 2026 — and they’re looking for brilliant artists and companies with shows that involve puppetry to join their magical line-up.
Whether you’re a seasoned festival favourite or stepping into the spotlight for the very first time, this year’s open application process is your chance to bring your creativity, characters, and craft to an audience ready to be enchanted.
📅 Festival dates: 14th–22nd February 2026 (half-term holiday)
📅 Application deadline: Friday 29th August 2025
How to Apply:
Log in or sign up for a free account at: Eventotron
On the homepage, click Festivals and Seasons
Search for Smethwick Puppetry Festival 2026
Click Apply and fill out the form
Need a hand? Drop a line to laura@bctouring.co.uk or call 0121 533 7129.