PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—The Paper World Show by Mimirichi makes its U.S. debut June 15-20 at Dollywood’s new Adventure Theater, just one element of the park’s annual KidsFest celebration.
A winner of numerous international awards, The Paper World Show by Mimirichi stars a cast of Ukrainian clowns in a production that blends fast-paced physical comedy, hilarious slapstick, audience participation and not one word of dialogue for the biggest fight on the stage. The English translation of Mimirichi means “rich for mimics.” Spontaneously and unexpectedly, the clowns tear down the house, transforming the paper remnants into the unthinkable and unimaginable.
Through Aug. 1, Adventure Theater presents a different family variety show each week. Four shows are performed Tuesday through Sunday in Showstreet Palace Theatre, and all shows are included with park admission.
“For my new Adventure Theater at Dollywood’s KidsFest, I’ve invited some of the most popular and entertaining comedians, jugglers, clowns, ventriloquists and magicians that you’ll see anywhere this summer,” Dolly Parton said. “And with eight different shows throughout the summer, families will definitely want to come and see every one of them!”
The remaining Adventure Theater lineup includes:
- Mark Nizer—June 22-27—The comedic juggler who balances a running electric knife, a burning propane tank and a 16-pound bowling ball, all at once.
- Curtis Adams—June 29-July 4—This extreme magician astounds with amazing stunts, cutting-edge illusions, state-of-the-art visual effects and comedy.
- The Gazillion Bubble Show—July 6-11—Lasers, spectacular lighting effects, and jaw-dropping masterpieces of mind-boggling bubble artistry amaze audiences.
- The Passing Zone—July 13-18—The five-time Guinness world juggling record holders juggle torches and knives—even audience members.
- Mad Science Productions “Star Trek Live”—July 20-25—An out-of-this-world interactive adventure based on the most popular science fiction franchise of all time.
- Kevin Johnson—July 27-Aug. 1—This hilarious ventriloquist and his cast of characters keep audiences laughing.
Dollywood’s KidsFest continues through Aug. 1 with the award-winning Penguin Players, Journey to the Center of the Earth 4D™ Experience, fun-filled character breakfasts and more. More information is available at Dollywood.com or by calling 1-800-DOLLYWOOD.












