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Mar
15
Fri
2024
A PUPPET CELEBRATION (In Honor of World Puppetry Day) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Mar 15 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
A PUPPET CELEBRATION (In Honor of World Puppetry Day) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “A PUPPET CELEBRATION,” in honor of World Puppetry Day, on Friday, March 15, 2024 from 7-9 p.m. at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. FREE ADMISSION, as part of Englewood Art District’s third Friday Art Walk. Visit us and celebrate the art of puppetry from around the world. For more information call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected]

Apr
13
Sat
2024
Bear Frolics (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Apr 13 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bear Frolics (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Bear Frolics,” performed by Kraig Kensinger and Andrew Evans, on Saturdays, April 13, 20 & 27, 2024, at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. Performance time is 11:00. Bear puppets sing, dance, juggle and shine. PLUS a special visit by country singer darling “Big Mama Bear”. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free.) For reservations or more information call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Apr
20
Sat
2024
Bear Frolics (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Apr 20 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bear Frolics (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Bear Frolics,” performed by Kraig Kensinger and Andrew Evans, on Saturdays, April 13, 20 & 27, 2024, at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. Performance time is 11:00. Bear puppets sing, dance, juggle and shine. PLUS a special visit by country singer darling “Big Mama Bear”. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free.) For reservations or more information call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Apr
27
Sat
2024
Bear Frolics (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Apr 27 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bear Frolics (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Bear Frolics,” performed by Kraig Kensinger and Andrew Evans, on Saturdays, April 13, 20 & 27, 2024, at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. Performance time is 11:00. Bear puppets sing, dance, juggle and shine. PLUS a special visit by country singer darling “Big Mama Bear”. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free.) For reservations or more information call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Jul
13
Sat
2024
The Wizard of Oz (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Jul 13 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Wizard of Oz (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “The Wizard of Oz,” performed by Kraig Kensinger, on Saturdays, July 13, 20, and 27, 2024, with performance time at 11:00 a.m., at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence, Mo. Join Dorothy and her classic storybook friends on a puppet theatre adventure. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information, call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected] .

Jul
20
Sat
2024
The Wizard of Oz (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Jul 20 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Wizard of Oz (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “The Wizard of Oz,” performed by Kraig Kensinger, on Saturdays, July 13, 20, and 27, 2024, with performance time at 11:00 a.m., at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence, Mo. Join Dorothy and her classic storybook friends on a puppet theatre adventure. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information, call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected] .

Jul
27
Sat
2024
The Wizard of Oz (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Jul 27 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Wizard of Oz (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “The Wizard of Oz,” performed by Kraig Kensinger, on Saturdays, July 13, 20, and 27, 2024, with performance time at 11:00 a.m., at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence, Mo. Join Dorothy and her classic storybook friends on a puppet theatre adventure. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information, call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected] .

Sep
7
Sat
2024
Three Pigs of Piggy Ville (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Sep 7 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Three Pigs of Piggy Ville (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “The Three Pigs of Piggy Ville,” on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. at 11025 E Winner Road in Independence, Mo. Performed by puppeteers Papa & Jackie Wright of St Louis, Mo. Enjoy a puppet show adapted from the classic children’s story “The Three Little Pigs,” and stressing the importance of reading. Performers Papa and Jackie offer a fun performance featuring audience participation. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Three Pigs of Piggy Ville (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Sep 7 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Three Pigs of Piggy Ville (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “The Three Pigs of Piggy Ville,” on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. at 11025 E Winner Road in Independence, Mo. Performed by puppeteers Papa & Jackie Wright of St Louis, Mo. Enjoy a puppet show adapted from the classic children’s story “The Three Little Pigs,” and stressing the importance of reading. Performers Papa and Jackie offer a fun performance featuring audience participation. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Oct
12
Sat
2024
Three Tales from Asia (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Oct 12 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Three Tales from Asia (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Three Tales from Asia,” performed by
Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre, on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. at 11025 E Winner Road in Independence, Mo. A set of three tales from Korea, Japan and Turkey, these stories all feature atypical heroes. A favorite is the little old lady outsmarting two Onis (Japanese trolls) who imprison her in order to sample her delicious cooking. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Three Tales from Asia (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Oct 12 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Three Tales from Asia (Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Three Tales from Asia,” performed by
Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre, on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. at 11025 E Winner Road in Independence, Mo. A set of three tales from Korea, Japan and Turkey, these stories all feature atypical heroes. A favorite is the little old lady outsmarting two Onis (Japanese trolls) who imprison her in order to sample her delicious cooking. Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Dec
7
Sat
2024
Holly Follies (Christmas Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Dec 7 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Holly Follies (Christmas Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Holly Follies,” performed by Kraig Kensinger and Andrew Evans, on Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21, with performance time at 11:00 a.m. each day. Performance location is 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. This puppet show features a variety showcase of Christmas characters, holiday tunes and jolly fun! Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information, call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Dec
14
Sat
2024
Holly Follies (Christmas Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Dec 14 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Holly Follies (Christmas Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Holly Follies,” performed by Kraig Kensinger and Andrew Evans, on Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21, with performance time at 11:00 a.m. each day. Performance location is 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. This puppet show features a variety showcase of Christmas characters, holiday tunes and jolly fun! Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information, call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].

Dec
21
Sat
2024
Holly Follies (Christmas Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute
Dec 21 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Holly Follies (Christmas Puppet Show) @ Puppetry Arts Institute

Puppetry Arts Institute presents “Holly Follies,” performed by Kraig Kensinger and Andrew Evans, on Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21, with performance time at 11:00 a.m. each day. Performance location is 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. This puppet show features a variety showcase of Christmas characters, holiday tunes and jolly fun! Admission is $5 per person (infants age 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or more information, call 816-833-9777 or email [email protected].