Upcoming Shows & Events

Based on Beatrix Potter's classic story about a little rabbit that gets into Mr. McGregor's garden. Lively hand puppet Rabbits and a large rod puppet Farmer tell this tale entirely to music with no dialogue. Download the activity guide here.

Reserve here or call 602-262-2050, ext. 0 to pay. The gate will be open 30 minutes before showtime.

Great Arizona Puppet Theater (GAPT) will be collaborating with the original audio fiction podcast The Never Rad Miscellany, a sci-fi comedy anthology which will be hosting live monthly performances at GAPT. The show features both recurring stories and one-off sketches done in the style of an old-time radio show. It covers many narratives, including comical space playboys, supernatural neo-noir detectives, innovative new galactic products, wacky starship antics, and more. Co-creator Kat Keller said, “The podcast’s unique blend of comedy, drama, horror, and absurdity has something for everyone.” Tickets are on sale now. You can reserve here or call 602-262-2050. Ages 18+

This opening reception will showcase a fusion of Indigenous Arizona and Chinese cuisine alongside collaborative performances of traditional Chinese puppetry, American puppetry, and Native American dance. Guests will also experience a premier Chinese shadow puppetry performance by Chengdu puppeteers!

Tickets must be purchased in advance: reserve here or call 602-262-2050.

Tickets are on sale now.

Phoenix Sister Cities (PSC) and the Great Arizona Puppet Theater (GAPT) are thrilled to announce, "Bridging Cultures in Motion", a heartfelt cultural exchange event in partnership with Chengdu, China. This celebration will showcase the rich artistic traditions of both Chengdu and Phoenix. "This collaboration between Phoenix and Chengdu represents the power of art to transcend borders and unite communities," said Jeffrey Ferns, Executive Director of the Great Arizona Puppet Theater. "We're excited to offer a platform where diverse cultural traditions can intertwine and create something truly magical." Reserve and Pay here. Tickets are on sale now.

Join us for a captivating series of performances, each blending storytelling with engaging visuals:

Pigsy Eats a Watermelon: A humorous tale from the Journey to the West.

The Little Goats Cross the Bridge: A heartwarming lesson on mutual respect.

Happy Pandas: Adorable antics through shadow puppetry.

The Legend of the White Snake: A magical battle of love and identity.

The Monkeys Try to Catch the Moon: A whimsical exploration of reality.

The Clown: An interactive shadow puppetry experience.

Suitable for all ages, these performances promise laughter, wisdom, and enchantment!

Our most popular original show returns for the end of our spring season. It's Princess Harriet's birthday and everyone is invited to join the party, except for the Smelly Foot Troll that is! What will happen when he feels left out of all the fun? This show is great for the whole family with plenty of singing, sparkles, and hilarity! Recommended for ages 3 and up. Download the Activity Guide here.

Tickets must be purchased in advance: reserve here or call 602-262-2050

Quirky, strange, and funny short-form puppet pieces performed by the GAPT puppeteers and our guest puppet slammers. 18+ only.

Seats are on sale now.

Tickets must be purchased in advance: reserve here or call 602-262-2050 x 0.

Brought to us by our good friends at azpuppets.org.

Come see A. A. Milne's charming characters and tales come to life through puppetry in this show that is bound to delight. Reserve here.

A hilarious version of the classic tale about the strange little fellow with the hard-to-guess name and the miller's daughter who must spin straw into gold. Rod marionettes and a little bit of magic make this show special for the whole family. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Tickets must be purchased in advance: reserve here or call 602-262-2050 x 4

Download the Study Guide here.

Tickets go on sale June 1.

Join us for this wonderful show that tells the famous tale of the optimistic little engine who faces a seemingly impossible task. "I Think I can!" Tickets go on sale today.

Tickets must be purchased in advance: reserve here or call 602-262-2050 x 0

Come on down to the pumpkin patch for our brand new show! This Halloween variety show of tricks and treats is sure to delight ghouls and goblins of all ages. Reserve here.

Our slams are curated evenings full of short pieces by a variety of professional puppeteers. You may see funny, scary, or edgy shows throughout the night. The Slam will be a night to remember, because forgetting is no fun. Reservations and prepayment are required to attend the show. Reserve here. Slams are for adults 18 and over only. Like our Adult Slam Facebook page to stay up to date on all the wonderful Slam Stuff!

Tickets are on sale now.