Switzerland cherishes its traditions, and “Figurentheater” (puppet theater) is no exception. The BAFF! Festival, which has been shaping the puppet theater spectacle in Basel for 30 years, offers a platform for international artists to present the facets of modern puppet theater every two years. For two weekends, the festival invites you to discover the vibrant world of puppet theater. This year’s edition is dedicated to the focus topic “Herkünfte” (origins or heritage).
BAFF! 2025 is more than just a puppet theater festival; it is a celebration of dialogue, cultural reflection, and artistic innovation. By focusing on the origins of stories, beliefs, and social structures, the festival offers a valuable opportunity to engage with our own identity and the diverse cultures of the world. From quirky street performances to stages filled with wheat to exploring the origins of cocoa—the international artists offer numerous perspectives. BAFF! 2025 represents a wonderful spectacle that celebrates diversity and creativity in the field of puppet theater. They cordially invite you to immerse yourself in this world with this unique urban festival that creates an accessible, thought-provoking world through personal narratives, clownish exaggerations, and the materialization of dreams.
At various venues, such as the Museum der Kulturen Basel, the Kaserne Basel, the Tanzhaus Basel, and the Theater Basel, audiences can enjoy a variety of artistic formats. Theater presentations will be in various languages; for a complete list of shows and times, visit their website and click on “Program;” ticket prices vary by location and program. Download a PDF of the program at https://www.figurentheaterfestival.ch/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/BAFF25_Faltprogramm_A2.pdf.
Tickets are CHF 15-35 for the regular programs, CHF 10-20 for short plays, and CHF 15-35 for evening performances and evenings of short plays.

Website
figurentheaterfestival.ch/en/homepage-en/

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