An Experience Unlike Anything Else in the World
Get ready to rethink everything you know about puppets and puppeteers. Our live shows, workshops, exhibitions, and events will have you feeling like a kid again at the Center for Puppetry Arts. Limited FREE parking is available.
Thursday December 8, 2022
Festive Features Special Museum Exhibition
Now – Jan 8th
Get in the holiday spirit with a visit to this festive hall of puppets. This special exhibition features highlights from the Center’s holiday-related collections. Learn more about puppetry in classic holiday films and television specials, and find out about the history behind some of the most recognizable characters of the season.
Museum admission includes any special exhibitions currently on view.
Check Out Upcoming Events!
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™
Nov 9 – Dec 31Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™
Based on the classic television special Adapted by Jon Ludwig Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and all elements © and â… Includes: Performance. Create-A-Puppet Workshop™, and the Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Bill’s 44th
Dec 8-11Bill’s 44th
By Dorothy James & Andy Manjuck, Brooklyn NY The streamers are hung, the punch has been spiked, and the cake is ju… Includes: The program includes admission to the Worlds of Puppetry Museum.
Online Puppet Playdate
3rd Saturday of Each MonthOnline Puppet Playdate
PRESENTED FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES VIA ZOOM Zoom in to the Center on the third Saturday of each month for an all-n…
The Dragon King
Jan 5-29The Dragon King
By Tanglewood Marionettes of Ware, MA A terrible drought has overtaken the land, and the world has turned brown and li… Includes: Performance. Create-A-Puppet Workshop™, and the Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Things to Know Before You Visit
- While masks are no longer mandatory, we recommend wearing a mask to protect those who are too young or are not eligible to be vaccinated.
- All Center staff will continue to wear masks – excluding performers during performances.
- Hand-sanitizing stations are available in abundance at the Center.
- Please change your visit to another day if you’re not feeling well.
- We will continue to monitor public health directives around COVID and modify our response accordingly.
Great Options for Educators
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We’ll Meet You Online
Digital Learning
Live, Interactive Programming
Through video conferencing and downloadable guides, we can bring the education and wonder of Center for Puppetry Arts to your classroom.
Our curriculum-based workshops and puppet shows offer unique, interactive and engaging experiences for your classroom or homeschool.
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We’ll Come to You
Enjoy a Field Trip Without Ever Leaving the Classroom
If you want your students to enjoy a highly interactive educational experience, but a field trip isn’t an option, our traveling options offer great, in-person alternatives.
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