Puppet Showplace Theater, Massachusetts, United States
5.0 (28 reviews) Closed now - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent Ranking #2 in Brookline Theatre & Performances
Such a charming theater featuring some of the best puppetry talent in the USA.
First a disclaimer. I am a puppeteer. That being said I’ve seen many MANY crappy puppet shows. Fortunately the artistic team at The Showplace chooses only the best performers to do shows. Their Summer line up of performers was a who’s who of performers from across the USA. Their fall line up is even better. Go see a show. Just go.
Address
32 Station St, Brookline, Massachusetts, United States, Postal Code: 02445-7938.
Mobile
Website
http://www.puppetshowplace.org/
Working hours
Opening Hours: Tu,We,Th,Fr,Su 10:00-16:00
Current local date and time now
Monday, May 13, 2024, 17:19
User Ratings
5.0 based on (28 reviews)
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Reviews
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5Alison P 5:00 PM May 6, 2019
A Place Where Magic Happens
This theater is a neighborhood and regional gem: one of the few places that truly celebrates and promotes the art of puppetry in all its forms and for all audiences. I've brought my son here to many shows—one memorable moment was in a show called "Red Ball Rescue," when during an underwater scene with particularly innovative use of puppetry to create the feeling of being in a whole new world my 5-year old leaned over and whispered "I want to remember this my whole life!" Their adult puppetry is equally moving and inspiring.
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5leaton01 5:00 PM Mar 16, 2019
Puppet Entertainment for Kids and Adults!
When I discovered the Puppet Showplace Theater existed near me, I got super excited. I've been a fan of puppetry since I was a kid (Dark Crystal, Fraggle Rock, Muppets!), so I was definitely curious to see what they had to offer. Luckily, they offer quirky and compelling adult entertainment such as Puppet Slams (works-in-progress, original pieces, and unique content geared towards adult audiences) as well as shows with really powerful content (shows on disability, refugees, racial injustice). The staff are super-friendly and engaging and appear to really value their contributions to the arts and the community. If you're in the area as a long-time resident or just visiting for the day, definitely check it out. If you've got kids, they have a continual mix of shows, programs, and classes that kids can have a blast at.
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5J&MDAV 5:00 PM Dec 22, 2017
Delightful !
Make the time to take your kids, your grandkids, relatives or perhaps your neighbors kids to this magical theater. Fun and engaging shows in a cozy theater, no matter where you sit. Great throughout the year, but especially during holiday weeks, and in particular when the weather is snowy/rainy. Take the Green line, stop just across the street.
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5Stephanie M 5:00 PM Jul 28, 2013
Puppets
Young kids will love this place. Fun and simple, and a place where kids can be kids. The shows are always inventive and kids can buy puppets, too. Seating is on first come, first served so if you want to be in front come early.
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5JulieSol 5:00 PM Apr 11, 2012
Lovely theatre in Brookline
We saw the National Marionette Theatre at this adorable theatre, and were very pleased with the quality of the show and very reasonable priced tickets. They have a rotating array of puppet shows so best to check out the calendar of events. Highly recommended.
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5puppetgal8 5:00 PM Oct 30, 2011
Bring the kids and enjoy the wonderful art of puppetry
Frequent visits we have made to the Showplace to see shows for the kids and for the adults. Always a great experience. National, International, and Local Favorite puppeteers appear each week.
Sundays are great as parking is usually easily available.. Greenline T stop is just across the street.
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5Edward Zlotkowski 5:00 PM May 3, 2019
Grandparents and Grandchildren and Puppets
Recently My wife and I took our two granddaughters, then aged 5 and 8, to see a production by the Gottabees at Puppet Showplace Theater in Brookline. If you and your family - and I don't just mean your young children - haven't seen a performance by the Gottabees, you really don't know what you're missing. Their combination of puppetry, acting, and music takes creative fun to a new level. Luckily for families in the Greater Boston-Brookline-Cambridge area, the Gottabees are only one of the many high-quality puppetry acts that appear regularly at Puppet Showplace. Any grandparent looking for a surefire way to do something special with your grandchildren need not look any farther!
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5mystery1reader 5:00 PM Nov 27, 2017
Mr Punch’Peril
Adorable story and songs
kind pleasant duo
Encouraged children in a friendly way
Silly laughs from all
Our 4 year old was happy to sit in the front and answer silly question
Grandma/ 30 year teacher give this many smiles!
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4Jim O'Donnell 5:00 PM Dec 6, 2011
Great for the kids
The shows are silly and perfect for your 5-8 year old. They always explain the rules before each show starts. If your child starts acting up in the middle of a performance and you have to leave, it's really easy and no big deal.
