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28 Comedies, endless emotions: our travelling repertoire

A repertoire of 28 unique comedies, all different from one another: some drawn from the masterworks of Eduardo Scarpetta and Antonio Petito, others born from the creativity of the Mercurio family. Every show lasts approximately 30 minutes and is performed five times a day, guaranteeing continuous variety.

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Square performances

The art of telling stories that move you

Tradition and innovation meet the creativity of Antonino Mercurio to bring original and unforgettable experiences to life.

Corner of the Mercurio Puppet Theatre set up in the town square
Antonino Mercurio performing a puppet show in the town square

Our productions are a journey through the richness of the Neapolitan theatrical tradition. With a repertoire of 28 comedies — all different from one another and reimagined to captivate children and adults alike — we bring to the stage stories that blend tradition and creativity. Some are drawn from the masterworks of Eduardo Scarpetta and Antonio Petito; others spring from the ingenuity of the Mercurio family. Every performance lasts approximately 30 minutes and is staged five times a day, once every hour, guaranteeing continuous variety and entertainment.

The result? Every show becomes a one-of-a-kind piece, enriched by improvisation and a special connection with the audience.

Pulcinella surprising the audience during a Mercurio Puppet Theatre show

Some numbers about our travelling shows

+ 80
Years of theatrical
performances
+ 500
Italian squares have hosted our many travelling shows
+ 2000
Shows performed in the most celebrated squares across Italy
Exterior of the Mercurio Puppet Theatre during a travelling show
Mercurio handcrafted puppets in action during a square performance
Antonino Mercurio and his team on the Puppet Theatre stage

Our Most Beloved Shows

All our shows have over the years received frequent critical acclaim and the affection of audiences. From reviews in national magazines to applause in the squares, our works continue to move generations. Here are some of the most celebrated comedies in our repertoire:

01. "Pulcinella, the unlucky brother"
The main characters of this comedy are: Papilluccio Naso di Cane, the typical Neapolitan braggart; Trapolino Trapoliati, a true Sicilian with a characteristically prominent nose; Mastro Raffaele; Luisella (Pulcinella's sister) and Don Enrico Pellecchia.
02. "Pulcinella and Don Gennaro in a Portrait at Midnight"
Alongside the two iconic protagonists we have Don Enrico Pellecchia with his sinister skeleton disguise, and Peppiniello Spilacito, his accomplice..
03. "Pulcinella in the Dance of the Ghosts"
Pulcinella and his companion Raffaele (of the famous "gnawed head") who has the ability to transform himself into Colombina in order to deceive Pulcinella himself…
04. "A Tragicomic Lottery Quintet"
This comedy stars the great Felice Sciosciammocca, Pulcinella's legendary sidekick; Luisella (Pulcinella's sister); the Gendarmes; and Semiseria and Strozzatutti in the roles of unscrupulous moneylenders.
05. "A Three-Square Bed"
Featuring Maestro Noteguaste, Felice Sciosciammocca, Cavaliere Trombetti, Peppiniello the waiter...
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Bring the Mercurio theatre to your event

Would you like to organise a puppet show for your local festival, school event, cultural gathering or private party? Contact us to find out how we can bring the magic of Neapolitan tradition to your square. Every show is fully customisable and designed to move your audience.

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Mercurio Puppet Theatre ready to perform at a special event in the square