TSONEV, Ivan Denchev Tsonev (28.VI.1928 – 2017). Born in Shumen. He graduated in architecture in Sofia in 1954. He worked as a theater artist. During his creative activity, he created the scenography of over 250 productions in the Bulgarian puppet theater. Participates in international exhibitions, in the OHI of scenography. There are awards from the “Golden Dolphin” International Festival, the SBH, the Union of Artists in Bulgaria.