SUMMERTIME SATURDAY PUPPET SHOWS
JULY 20, july 27, & August 3
Co-sponsored by the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry and the Mansfield Downtown Partnership, the Summertime Saturday Puppet Shows bring free, family-friendly puppetry to Betsy Paterson Square in July and August. Performances take place at 11:00 AM.
Reservations are not required. Chairs will not be provided, and audience members are encouraged to bring their own blankets and seating. Seating space will be first come, first served. In case of rain, the shows will take place in the Ballard Institute Theater at 1 Royce Circle in Downtown Storrs.
The Summertime Saturday Puppet Show Series are supported by a generous gift from Phillip Mairorana, in memory of his wife Theresa Mairorana, and by UConn Gives donations by Ballard Institute supporters.
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By WonderSpark Puppets
The classic children's song comes to life in this hilarious mystery show by New York City's WonderSpark Puppets. Join detective Mystery Max as he searches for clues to find out whodunit. The audience will sing songs and call out to help Max find the missing cookies and solve the case.
For more info, click here.
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by Sarah Nolen
After being pushed around for over 400 years, the famous hand puppet heroine Judy has had enough! Cheer her on as she goes on a quest for respect, justice, and a well-deserved nap. This modern interpretation of the traditional "Punch and Judy" show by UConn Puppet Arts alumna Sarah Nolen is a hilarious, timely, hand-crafted farce that the whole family will enjoy!
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by Paper Heart Puppets
There is joy in the world, and it comes wrapped in a tortilla! Join White Nosed Coati and a cast of amazing Mexican wildlife in three original stories celebrating tacos and the place they were created. Each story in this show by master puppeteer Brad Shur is packed with exuberant humor, and colorful characters.
For more info, click here.
LOCATION
Betsy Paterson Square
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PARKING
Parking is available in the Downtown Storrs Parking Garage (33 Royce Circle), which is FREE for your first two hours and just $1/hour thereafter
WEATHER
In the case of inclement weather, the performances will take place indoors at the Ballard Institute & Museum of Puppetry (1 Royce Circle)