Beloved Caterpillar Nibbles Its Way
to Center for Puppetry Arts
Eric Carle Stories Brought to
Life by Internationally Recognized Canadian Company
WHAT:
The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other Eric Carle
Favorites by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia from Windsor, Nova Scotia,
Canada
In their first
appearance at the Center, Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia brings some of Eric
Carle's beloved stories to life through the magic of blacklight and fanciful
puppets. “The
Very Hungry Caterpillar” eats an amazing variety of foods on his path to
becoming a beautiful butterfly, while high up in the sky “Little Cloud”
playfully transforms into various shapes including a sheep, an airplane, a
shark and more. Meanwhile, far below, “The Mixed-Up Chameleon” is bored with
his monotonous life. In a trip to the zoo, he attempts to emulate the beautiful
animals he sees before realizing that there is value in being his own unique
self. This production is recommended for ages 3 and up.
To watch a trailer for the show, click here.
To learn more about the award-winning Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia, click here. This production is funded in
part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for
the Arts and the Georgia Council for the Arts.
WHEN:
Aug 5 - 17, 2014
Tuesday - Friday: 10 a.m. & 12 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. & 2 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
WHERE:
Center for Puppetry Arts
1404
Spring Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30309
HOW:
Tickets are $9.25 (Members) and $16.50 (Nonmembers) and
include performance, Museum admission and the Create-A-Puppet Workshop (or
To-Go Kit). For
more information, click here.
CREATE-A-PUPPET WORKSHOP
With the
all-inclusive ticket visitors can also enjoy the Create-A-Puppet Workshop where
they create their own Brilliant Butterfly Rod Puppet, or pick up a
Create-A-Puppet To-Go Kit to continue the fun at home! The workshop can also be
purchased separately for $5.75.
MUSEUM
EXHIBITS
The
all-inclusive ticket admits patrons to the Center’s Museum. Explore the
Center’s permanent museum exhibit PUPPETS: The Power of Wonder, as well
as the latest special exhibit Cinderella’s Tightrope: Adapted Childhood
Tales. And, don’t miss the display detailing the Center’s upcoming
museum expansion to house the definitive Jim Henson collection. Museum
admission can also be purchased separately for $8.25 (FREE for Members). Visit www.puppet.org/museum for more
information.
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The
Center for Puppetry Arts is supported in part by: Fulton County
Arts Council • City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs • Isdell
Family Foundation • Aetna Foundation •The Wish Foundation Fund of the Community
Foundation for Greater Atlanta • PNC •The Coca-Cola Foundation • WSB-TV Family
2 Family Project • YP • Regency Suites Hotel • For a complete list of the
Center’s major supporters, visit www.puppet.org/about/sponsors.shtml.
Center
for Puppetry Arts® is a unique cultural treasure – a magical place where
children and adults are educated, enlightened, and entertained. Since 1978, the
Center has introduced millions of visitors to the wonder and art of puppetry
and has touched the lives of many through enchanting performances,
curriculum-based workshops, and the hands-on Museum as well as Distance
Learning and Outreach programs. Center for Puppetry Arts is a non-profit,
501(c)(3) organization and is supported in part by contributions from
corporations, foundations, government agencies, and individuals. Major funding
is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of
the Fulton County Arts Council. Major support is also provided by the City of
Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. The Center is a member of Theatre
Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for the American theatre;
Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA/USA/ASSITEJ); and International Performing
Arts for Youth (IPAY).The Center also serves as headquarters of UNIMA-USA, the
American branch of Union Internationale de la Marionnette, the international
puppetry organization.
