Are you looking for something fun to do with your kids this March Break? 
Bridges Festival, a festival of puppetry and animation, is the perfect event for families looking for activities to do with their children during this upcoming March Break

Bridges Festival is an annual international puppetry and animation festival, occurring in Mississauga, Ontario Canada happening March 12 - 14th  2022.

Bridges Festival takes place all over the city of Mississauga during March Break. There are more than 15 events happening this year for families and children of all ages including: international award winning puppetry shows, animated films, workshops, and interactive activities for children of all ages. We carefully curate artists from around the world and across Canada to bring the best events for children to Mississauga. 

It is scientifically proven that puppetry is a healthy form of entertainment for young children that not only encourages them to use their imagination and think outside the box, but actually increases their communication skills, their tolerance as well as increases their chance at earning higher income later in life. Puppetry is a great way for children to exercise their creative muscles and explore the way the things move. Multiple scientific studies have discovered many health benefits of puppetry for children.

Activities for children of all ages include: 

Live Puppet Shows:  

• Bois: by Puzzle Theatre and presented by Maple Magic. A live 40 minute puppetry show for children 4+ on March 12th and 13th.

• A Brief History of Time: by Theatre du Renard. A live puppetry show about astrophysics and the mysteries of space. Best for audiences 12+. Playing March 12th.

• Interactive Treasure Adventure: An interactive online zoom show for families. Perfect for children 3 - 6 years. Playing March 12th and 13th.

• The Lords of Nowhere: by Theatre Nautilus. A monster is throwing a birthday party. Great for older kids, and lovers of the horror genre. Playing March 12th.

Recorded Shows: 

• Animated Shorts Series: Watch some of the best Animated Short Films from around the world. This activity is great for all ages. Available on demand from March 12th to March 14th.

• Peperangan Bintang: by Actiontintoy Studio and presented at Arts Gallery of Mississauga. This filmed puppet show reimagines the classic sci-fi film, Star Wars, by George Lucas using traditional Malaysian shadow Puppets. On display at the Art Gallery of Mississauga March 12th and 13th.

Check out our Full Program on out website. 

Bridges Festival is produced by Crane Creations Theatre Company. Crane Creations Theatre Company is the only artist run non for profit professional theatre company operating in Mississauga and the Region of Peel. We create and present high quality professional theatre and events for families in the heart of Mississauga. Our goal is to help enrich children's lives with one of a kind artistic experiences, that encourage their curiosity and wonder.