Coming Soon To Great AZ Puppet Theater HOTEL SAGUARO And More

Coming Soon to Great AZ Puppet Theater:

February 6-24
"HOTEL SAGUARO": Meet silly Sammy Saguaro, his wise Grandpa, and the
desert birds and animals that call the saguaro their home in this funny,
award-winning show about the amazing cactus and its role here in the
beautiful Sonoran Desert. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

February 27-March 3

SPECIAL GUEST ARTIST PAPER HEART PUPPETS PRESENTS "CARDBOARD EXPLOSION":
Four original stories come to life using nothing but cardboard and the power of your imagination. With help from the audience, puppeteer Brad Shur transforms simple cardboard shapes into elaborate puppet characters, then brings them to life right before your eyes. Get ready to outsmart dragons, choose your own superpower, and train adorable animal sidekicks in this fun, energetic, participatory show. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Friday, March 1 & Saturday, March 2
ACTION/THRILLER PUPPET SLAM: Part of an ongoing series of puppet shows for adults, the Slam brings together quirky, edgy puppeteers presenting short works for adults. Outrageous, moving, bawdy, controversial -- expect the unexpected!

Featuring special guest artist BRAD SHUR of Paper Heart Puppets. ADULTS ONLY, ages 18+. $12 if PAID at least 24 hours in advance, $15 day-of-show. 8:00pm both nights. Call 602-262-2050 ext. 0 to pay for reservations.

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

PRICES (unless otherwise noted): $12 for adults (ages 13+), $8 for children (ages 0-12 yrs)

The Great Arizona 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.