What age is Learning to Fly suitable for?

The performance is recommended for children aged 4 and up.

When does the performance take place?

Learning to Fly will be performed on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM.

How long does the puppet theater piece last?

The performance lasts about 45 minutes.

Where does the event take place?

The event takes place at the Bielefeld Puppet Plays – Dagmar Selje at Herforder Straße 5-7, 33602 Bielefeld.

Is the event indoors?

Yes, Learning to Fly takes place indoors at the Bielefeld Puppet Plays.

Who created the piece?

Directed by Elaisa Schulz. Mona Selje designs the figures and set, Helge Neuhaus composes the music, and Dagmar Selje performs on stage.

Learning to Fly for Children

Name: Learning to Fly
Start: 2026-10-03T15:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-03T15:45:00+02:00
Location: Bielefelder Puppenspiele – Dagmar Selje

Learning to Fly: A Magical Puppet Theater for Little Explorers

When a penguin lands in the middle of a dirt pile, an unusual friendship begins at the Bielefeld Puppet Theater. The puppet theater piece Learning to Fly takes children aged 4 and up on an imaginative journey about courage, curiosity, and the desire to surpass oneself.

A Quirky Encounter Full of Heart

Elwira lives contentedly in her little house with a garden. But then she discovers a full-grown penguin, who is dirty and quite bewildered after an emergency landing, sitting in a dirt pile. The curious bird has a big goal: he wants to learn to fly.

An old pilot's suitcase, childlike imagination, and two unusual friends bring movement to this poetic story. The production combines humorous moments with touching imagery and creates a warm family experience that children and adults can enjoy together.

Child-Friendly Storytelling and Age-Appropriate Design

The piece is recommended for children aged 4 and up and lasts around 45 minutes. The short duration is suitable for the attention span of young viewers. At the same time, the story offers many discussion points about friendship, willingness to help, self-confidence, and the courage to try something new.

The child-friendly production invites wonder: A penguin, a garden, an old suitcase, and an apparently impossible idea transform the stage into a place full of fun learning and fantasy. Children experience how trying together, encouragement, and trust can open new paths.

Puppet Theater with an Experienced Team

The production takes place at the Bielefeld Puppet Plays – Dagmar Selje. The direction is by Elaisa Schulz, with figures and stage design by Mona Selje. Helge Neuhaus is responsible for the music, with Dagmar Selje performing on stage. The theater has a long tradition and offers a small, cozy theater with around 100 seats at the Skala House on Jahnplatz, very close to the stage.

A Protected Space for Shared Experiences

The performance takes place indoors. The manageable theater hall supports a calm, focused atmosphere and provides security for younger children experiencing their first theater visit. The inviting foyer allows for encounters before and after the performance.

Our Conclusion: At Learning to Fly, families can expect a poetic puppet theater about courage, friendship, and fantasy. Children's laughter, wonder, and shared time combine to create a special cultural moment. Now it's time: The curtain rises, and together with Elwira and the penguin, discover the dream of flying.