Theatre of the World

About

I Teatri del Mondo is one of Italy's oldest and most renowned festivals entirely devoted to theatre for children and young audiences. Taking place every July in Porto Sant'Elpidio on the Adriatic coast, the festival transforms the city into an open stage featuring performances, workshops, exhibitions, and community events across streets, squares, theatres, and unconventional venues. The festival hosts hundreds of companies from Italy and abroad, representing diverse artistic languages including puppetry, figure theatre, contemporary drama, music, circus, dance, and digital arts. Programming is guided by principles of accessibility, inclusivity, and diversity, with emphasis on artistic quality and capacity to inspire curiosity and emotional involvement. Beyond performances, the festival offers workshops for children, teenagers, and families, alongside seminars and professional meetings for educators and cultural operators. The festival strengthens its dual identity as both a cultural