AZ Puppet Theater Announces Upcoming Shows

March 4-15
"JACK RABBIT AND THE DESERT TORTOISE": This funny version of Aesop's "Tortoise and the Hare" fable features slow and steady Dusty the Desert Tortoise in an epic race against wild Jack the Jackrabbit, set in the Sonoran desert. There's plenty of audience participation as you cheer for your favorite athlete!

Friday, March 6 & Saturday, March 7
"GET LUCKY" ADULT PUPPET SLAM: The Slam brings together quirky, edgy puppeteers presenting exciting short works for adults. Featuring extra special Guest Artist rock'n'roll ventriloquist CARLA RHODES (www.carlarhodes.net ). ADULTS ONLY, ages 18+. $10 if PAID at least 24 hours in advance, $12 day-of-show. 8pm both nights.

March 18-April 5
"PETER RABBIT": Naughty Peter disobeys his mother and sets off to find adventure (and lunch!) in Mr. McGregor's garden in this popular version of Beatrix Potter's most famous tale, told with adorable puppets, music and movement -- no words!

SHOWTIMES (unless otherwise noted): Wednesdays through Fridays at 10am, Saturdays at 10am &2pm, Sundays at 2pm

PRICES (unless otherwise noted): $10 for adults (ages 13+), $7 for children (ages 0-12 yrs)

The Great AZ Puppet Theater is located at 302 W. Latham St. in Phoenix. Please call 602-262-2050 for reservations, directions and additional information; also, visit the theater online at www.azpuppets.org

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