THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE and More Set for Great AZ Puppet Theater, July-Aug 2013

The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its upcoming shows, including THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE, OLD MACDONALD, and its ADULT PUPPET SLAM. Details below!

July 10-28
"THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE": A monkey, a pirate and a valuable banana treasure all add up to plenty of uproarious hilarity in this rollicking and rambunctious original show.

Sunday, July 28
PIRATE PARRRRTY: Ahoy mateys! Join us at 2:00pm for a performance of "The Monkey and the Pirate" followed by games, prizes, a pirate parade and lots of piratical fun -- and don't forget to wear your best pirate attire! Tickets are $12 each (Silver and Gold members of the puppet theater get $5 off per ticket; call 602-262-2050 to purchase or upgrade a membership or go to http://www.azpuppets.org/membership.php). Reservations required -- call 602-262-2050. This is a special event; no coupons or passes will be accepted.

July 31-August 3
"OLD MACDONALD": There's lots of zany barnyard fun to be had with Old MacDonald and his farm animals in this silly, sing-along show! Recommended for preschool -- 2nd grade. THERE WILL BE NO SHOW ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 4.

Friday, August 2 & Saturday, August 3
ADULT PUPPET SLAM: Part of an ongoing series of puppet shows for grownups, the Slam brings together cutting-edge puppeteers presenting exciting short works for adults. Outrageous, moving, bawdy, controversial -- expect the unexpected! ADULTS ONLY, ages 18+. $10 if PAID at least 24 hrs in advance, $12 day-of-show. 8:00pm both nights.

*The Puppet Theater will be closed Sunday, August 4 to Sunday, August 11, 2013.* 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 Arizona Puppet Theater is located at 302 W. Latham St. in Phoenix. Call 602-262-2050 for reservations, directions and additional information, or visit the theater online at www.azpuppets.org.

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