Current Shows
We now offer virtual workshops and some prerecorded virtual shows! These can be hosted through your organization’s online platform, or CactusHead Puppets’ Zoom account. See the show descriptions below for details about available formats, and contact us for more details!
To inquire about booking a show, please contact us at cactusheadpuppets@gmail.com
All our indoor person touring shows require a smooth, flat floor space 11ft wide by 8ft deep with at least 8ft high ceilings for our stage set up.
Fee support for CactusHead Puppets may be available to nonprofit organizations through the New England States Touring (NEST) program of the New England Foundation for the Arts. Visit www.nefa.org for more information.
The Pied Piper of Hamelin
The town of Hamelin has a rat problem, and there's only one person who can help! CactusHead Puppets brings the story of The Pied Piper to life in this comedic, updated adaptation of the traditional folktale. Not only does the town find a musical solution to pest control, but the kids of Hamelin also teach the grownups a lesson about generosity. In the end, the townspeople all come together in celebration. Join puppeteers John and Megan Regan as they present this classic tale, told with multiple puppetry styles, and plenty of dancing rats!
Show length- 40 min. plus Q&A after the show.
Available as an indoor, in-person performance, or a pre-recorded virtual show.
The Bremen Town Musicians
What can a donkey, a dog, a cat, and a rooster do when they have to leave their farm? Become world famous musicians, of course! CactusHead Puppets brings to life the hilarious tale of four farm animals who set out on the road to Bremen to pursue their dreams of stardom. Along the way, they encounter a fortune, foil some robbers, and learn how to work together in harmony. This production features lovable rod puppets, elaborate shadow scenes, and CactusHead puppets' signature sense of humor.
Show length- 35 min. plus Q&A after the show.
Available as an indoor, in-person performance only. This show features shadow puppets, so the performance space must be away from bright windows.
Magnificent Monster Circus
Come one, come all, to a circus like no other! Encounter magnificent creatures from the wilds of your imagination as their quirky human caretaker tries to teach them new tricks. Kids can lend a hand to Eustice the Unicycling Unimonster, make friends with a Fiery Fanged Worm, cheer for Agnes the many-legged Acropod, and more! This colorful, silly, multi-sensory show full of friendly monsters is a perfect match for young audiences.
Show length- 40 min. plus Q&A after the show.
Available in-person, either indoors or outdoors, or as a pre-recorded virtual show.
Past Touring Shows - Not Currently Available
Little Red Riding Hood
Little Red Riding Hood's anxious mother sends her off into the woods with some treats for her dear old grandmother, but to get home safely she and her grandmother will have to outsmart the Big Bad Wolf. Are Little Red and Grandmother in trouble, or has the wolf bitten off more than he can chew? CactusHead Puppets presents their modern adaptation of this classic story, told with hand puppets and shadow puppets.
Show length- 25 min. plus Q&A after the show.
The Tale of Juan Bobo
Meet Juan Bobo! He always tries to do the right thing, but often makes mistakes. For Juan even the smallest task can lead to the silliest of result, but can Juan Bobo's seemingly foolish actions end up saving the day? Join CactusHead Puppets as they bring this classic Puerto Rican folktale to life and decide for yourself.
Show length- 30 min. plus Q&A after the show.
