WHO?
Our target audiences are children age three to thirteen & families. Each show is different. Contact us for specific guidelines.

WHAT?
Interactive Puppet Shows!

WHERE?
Kathleen Jacobs & Puppets performs over 250 shows a year for schools, libraries, camps, museums, theaters, festivals and community events throughout the Mid-Atlantic, United States. Tours on the East Coast are planned. We have traveled as far as Mesa, Arizona for school performances.

WHEN?
Anytime! We tour year round.

WHY?
To Entertain, Educate and Motivate!

HOW?
With skillful puppetry, wondrous theatrics, humorous storytelling & joyful participation!

HOW long are shows?
Full-length performances are 45 to 55 minutes long. Shorter 25-35 minute shows are available for parties, festivals and very young audiences.

HOW much does it cost?
Contact us about price. Fees for multiple bookings are discounted. Thanks to a Maryland State Arts Council, Arts in Education Grant, reduced price performances are available for some Maryland schools.
Ask for details.

HOW about teacher’s guides?
Program guides are filled with ideas for follow up classroom activities: Reading, Writing, Art, Drama, Recycling, Puppet Building, Conflict Resolution, and Life Lessons.

WHAT size audience?
Recommended size of audience varies with program, setting and age of children.

General guidelines:
On elevated stage: under 300 people preferred
On floor: under 200 people

Contact Kathleen for specifics.

WHAT are your technical needs?
Electricity & Lights

WHAT about sound?
We provide our own sound system.
Exception: We sometimes plug into sponsors system at theaters, festivals and malls.

WHAT are your space requirements?
For large audiences an elevated stage insures visibility. If performance area is not elevated, children must be seated on the floor in order to have a good view. All programs include active participation so access steps directly from the stage to the audience are needed.

CREATURES GREAT & small - 18’ wide x 16’ deep x 8’ high
MAGIC POTS & RECYCLED BOTTLES - 14’ wide x 12’ deep x 7’ high
SOME WISE…SOME OTHERWISE - 16’ wide x 14’ deep x 7’ high
SOMETHING FOR NOTHING??? - 16’ wide x 14’ deep x 8’ high

WHO makes the puppets?
Kathleen, a former art teacher, designs and builds all her colorful puppets, costumes and sets. She demonstrates simple ways for children to construct puppets for their own shows.

WHO writes the scripts?
Kathleen combines original pieces with adaptation of folktales to create unique shows filled with active and joyful participation.

WHO performs the show?
Kathleen, puppets & helpful volunteers from the audience.