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Upcoming Shows & Events

Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Scroll here to see our listing of all upcoming events and to purchase tickets.

Take a look at the fun and educational offerings that we have lined up for this season.

We look forward to seeing you at the theater.


Guest Artist Puppet Art Theater Company: The 3 Billy Goats Gruff

Jan 22 - Jan 25, Thurs & Fri at 10am Sat 10am & 2pm; Sun 2pm.
Guest Artist Puppet Art Theater Company: The 3 Billy Goats Gruff

Get ready for fun! Art Grueneberger of Puppet Art Theater Company will be coming on down to the valley from the faraway lands of California to delight with his hilarious puppets' antics and ART-tistic talents with The 3 Billy Goats Gruff.

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

Tickets are on sale now.

Happy 2026 Puppet Slam (for adults)

Jan 24, 8pm.
Happy 2026 Puppet Slam (for adults)

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.

The Three Little Pigs

Jan 29 - Feb 15, Thurs & Fri at 10am Sat 10am & 2pm; Sun 2pm.
The Three Little Pigs

The big bad wolf and three little pigs are delightful to watch in this classic story told with large rod puppets and lots of fun music. Download the Study Guide here. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Tickets are on sale now. Reserve here.

Dr. Zombie's Fearful Fridays: The Snow Creature

Feb 13, Friday 7pm.
Dr. Zombie's Fearful Fridays: The Snow Creature

Dr. Zombie (the most terrifying horror host on 3rd Ave.) will be hosting a screening of "The Snow Creature" He's going to bring his friend Dain "The Ghoul" GORE with him to do puppet presentations with Zombie Dave. VamPYRO will be there as well. When the movie rolls, they will be on hand to point out the scary parts of the film. Audience members will also be encouraged to share the scary parts they find in the film as well. You never know what the mad doctor will say, so this is an 18+ event. Education, live performance art, and independent cinema, these are the things that truly horrify you. We dare you to come and face the terror.

Reserve here.

Tickets are $15. We highly recommend making reservations. Dr. Zombie shows are for adults 18 and over only.

Moon Stories

Feb 14, Saturday at 6pm.
Moon Stories

Across every culture, the moon has been a witness, a guide, and a storyteller of its own. This evening brings together storytellers from diverse cultural backgrounds to share traditional tales, myths, and personal stories shaped by moonlight. From folktales passed down through generations to lived memories tied to lunar cycles, each story offers a different way of seeing the same sky. Tickets are on sale now. You can reserve here or call 602-262-2050. Ages 18+

Guest Artist: Dan Dan the Puppet Man

Feb 19 - Feb 22, Thurs & Fri at 10am Sat 10am & 2pm; Sun 2pm.
Guest Artist: Dan Dan the Puppet Man

Strings, laughs, and a whole lot of puppet magic! Join us for Marionette Magic with Dan Dan the Puppet Man- fun for the whole family!

You can reserve here or call 602-262-2050.

Pip and Squeek Go to the Show!!!

Feb 26 - Mar 22, Thurs & Fri at 10am Sat 10am & 2pm; Sun 2pm.
Pip and Squeek Go to the Show!!!

Reserve here. Two adorable mouse hand puppets work their way through hilarious situations in a quest to get to the show. Tickets are on sale now!

Winnie the Pooh

Mar 26 - Apr 19, Thurs & Fri at 10am Sat 10am & 2pm; Sun 2pm.
Winnie the Pooh

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.

Old MacDonald

Apr 23 - May 23, Thurs & Fri at 10am Sat 10am & 2pm; Sun 2pm.
Old MacDonald

Get ready for some silly animal antics and sing-along fun in our original show "Old MacDonald" redesigned for a delightful experience! Download the Activity Guide here to make some puppets to play-along with during the show!

Tickets are on sale now. Reserve here.

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