Bonecos da Montanha Puppetry Group is an award-winning Brazilian company dedicated to the art of puppetry. With over 30 years of experience, the group has performed in more than 500 cities across Brazil and internationally — including France, the UK, Taiwan, Argentina and Uruguay.
Founded by puppeteers Nelson Haas and Beth Bado, the group creates original shows that combine popular culture, handcrafted puppets, visual poetry, and social reflection. Bonecos da Montanha is also active in community education through workshops, artistic residencies, and inclusive projects.
About Bonecos da Montanha
Bonecos da Montanha is a Brazilian puppetry group with over 30 years of experience creating puppet shows, workshops, and cultural projects.
Our Story
Bonecos da Montanha was born from the desire to celebrate popular culture through the art of puppetry. Over the years, we have performed in more than 500 cities in Brazil and abroad, including France, the UK, Argentina, and Taiwan.
We believe that puppetry is a universal language capable of connecting cultures, generations, and communities.
Founded in 1992 in the mountains of southern Brazil, our work combines the traditions of puppetry with contemporary narratives, humor, and social reflection. Our performances are designed to engage audiences of all ages, bringing together joy, laughter, and thought-provoking moments.
What We Do
🎭 Puppet shows for all ages
🎒 Workshops for artists, educators, and families
🌎 Cultural exchange and community projects
💡 Artistic residencies and collaborations
Mission and Values
Our mission is to inspire, educate, and connect people through the magic of puppetry and the power of storytelling. We are committed to cultural diversity, accessibility, and the preservation of popular culture.
Bonecos da Montanha Puppetry Group is an award-winning Brazilian company dedicated to the art of puppetry. With over 30 years of experience, the group has performed in more than 500 cities across Brazil and abroad — including France, the UK, Taiwan, Argentina and Uruguay.
The group was founded by puppeteers Nelson Haas and Beth Bado. Since then, Bonecos da Montanha has created original shows that blend popular culture, handcrafted puppets, visual poetry, and social commentary.
In addition, the group maintains a strong educational mission through workshops, artistic residencies, and inclusive projects. Their cultural space, Atelier dos Bonequeiros, is based in Gramado (RS) and serves as a creative hub for artists, families, and educators.
Moreover, Bonecos da Montanha is part of UNIMA (Union Internationale de la Marionnette), affiliated with UNESCO, and actively contributes to the preservation of traditional puppetry arts.
Therefore, the group continues to inspire audiences of all ages with its playful, critical, and poetic approach to puppetry.
For a more dynamic view of the group’s work, consider watching the following video:
