In the second half of the 20th century, the State Puppet Theatre emerged as a prominent national institution, offering a diverse program for both children and adults in Budapest and abroad. The founding of the Experimental Studio in the mid-1960s marked a significant turning point in the theatre’s evolution. Among its key initiatives, the series of etude-sequences aimed to critically engage with societal issues. One of the most notable productions in this regard was the 1979 staging of Gogol’s The Nose, directed by Géza Balogh, which incorporated innovative techniques such as Bunraku-style puppets, oversized masks, and dynamic, animated set elements.