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Featured shows, events, and exhibits at the Puppetry Arts Institute
Mr. Puppet Comedy Show
Puppetry Arts Institute presents “The Mr. Puppet Comedy Show,” performed by ventriloquist comedy entertained Bob Abdou on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence, Missouri. Zany characters entertain with whimsy,...
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PAI offers Puppet Making Kits for your children or groups. Choose puppet head(s) from photos above. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Kit information: Cost: $12 per puppet. Each kit includes: One puppet head of your choice One puppet costume...
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Upcoming Events
Jul
11
Sat
2026
7:30 pm
SHOW ME MISSOURI
@ Puppetry Arts Institute
SHOW ME MISSOURI
@ Puppetry Arts Institute
Jul 11 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Show Me Missouri,” performed by Kraig Kensinger & Company, on Saturdays, June 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 11 a.m. and Friday, July 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at 11025 E. [...]
Sep
19
Sat
2026
11:00 am
Bear Frolics
@ Puppetry Arts Institute
Bear Frolics
@ Puppetry Arts Institute
Sep 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Bear Frolics,” performed by Kraig Kensinger, on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 11 a.m. at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. Bear Puppets of all kinds (including a visit by Big [...]


