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Current Productions
Above: Perseus, hero of Greek Mythology
This production features unique soft-sculpt glove puppets which are realistically modeled to resemble fantasy superhero characters. Each doll-like figure is manipulated with one hand and performed on a table top stage area. This style of puppet combines the realistic figures that are possible with marionettes and the direct control of the glove puppet.
Story synopsis: A performance of the popular Greek Myth which tells about Perseus' quest to slay the evil gorgon Medusa.
Length of show: 40 minutes
Audience: The show is suitable for families with children ages 8 and up.
Locations: Venues such as theatres, auditoriums, and gymnasiums.
Above: King Brian the Lion, left, Pythor the Barbarian and the Burgle Beast, right
Our play is presented with a variety of puppetry techniques, including rod puppets, large foam mouth puppets, shadow puppets, and unique soft-sculpt glove puppets that are realistically modeled to resemble fantasy characters. Join King Brian the Lion as he presents these original stories!
Story synopsis:A variety of puppetry styles are used in this performance of silly stories, mystical rhymes and a make-believe fantasy legend.
Length of show: 30 minutes
Audience: The show is suitable for families with children ages 5 and up.
Locations: Venues such as theatres, auditoriums, and gymnasiums.
This presentation features an innovative glove puppetry technique designed by Mike Artelle who found inspiration through the work of TV pioneer John Conway and the live productions by Ronnie Burkett. Like marionettes, these puppet figures are realistically proportioned yet are manipulated directly using the glove puppet technique. Soft-sculpting is used to shape the puppets features, such as their Superhero muscles. They are performed on a table-top stage with marionette sized props and scenery.
Story synopsis:A performance of three short stories including the popular Greek myth about Perseus and the evil gorgon Medusa, a medieval Barbarian's quest through a land of fantasy, and a modern day Superhero adventure.
Length of show: 55 minutes
Audience: The show is suitable for families with children ages 7 and up, and a big hit with teenagers!
Locations: Venues such as theatres, auditoriums, and gymnasiums.
In August 2006 the show premiered at the Puppets Up Festival in Almonte Ontario.
We have remounted our Christmas play which presents an original and fun story for the holiday season. This show was previously performed from 1993 - 1997 in auditoriums, public libraries, church halls, and school gymnasiums throughout the Ottawa area. Many brand new puppets have been created and the scenery has been completely redesigned for this all-new presentation.
Story synopsis: Two friends, Tyler the Bear and Mousie Mousie, go on a quest to the North Pole in order to prove that Santa Clause is real. Along the way they meet the Abominable Snowman and learn about the true meaning of Christmas. This presentation also includes "The Little Drummer Boy" with audience participation.
Length of show: 45 minutes
Audience: Suitable for families with children ages 3 and up
Locations: Venues such as theatres, auditoriums, and gymnasiums.
To book any of our puppet shows please contact Mike Artelle at:
Retired Productions
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