Author Archives: Crackers
Puppet Uprising at the House of the Future
Ian Ashley’s House of the Future and the San Diego Visual Artists Guild presents PUPPET UPRISING an extraordinary evening of Puppetry, Music, Fashion, Performance, and Art. Featuring special performances by Animal Cracker Conspiracy and the Adult Puppet Cabaret, Couture by … Continue reading
City Presses
A short, poetic Toy Theatre investigation into the mind of man and city
Unadulterated Shadow Show
Who knew shadows could be sexy! This puppet show brings to life the spirit of burlesque, heavy machinery, kamasutra, dinosaurs, and well… you fill in the blanks. Let us spice up your evening! We’ll leave you begging for more.Suitable for … Continue reading
Rude Object
What does a shoe, a feather duster, and a hammer all have in common? Have you ever looked askance at an egg beater, caught a leering grimace from a spoon, or wondered what stuffed animals do when no-one is around. … Continue reading
Home-Made Horror Movie Spectacular
For those of the faint of heart this is a great excuse to snuggle up to those sitting next to you. A shadow show not afraid to embrace the dark side, this puppet piece seamlessly combines slash and sass. Suitable … Continue reading
Circus Hilarious
An adventure where the sky is the limit! Circus Hilarious is a modern tall tale that explores young people’s relationship with history and other core educational subjects by asking what is plausible and what kernel of truth is behind exaggeration … Continue reading
The Noble Deer
Inspired by the Jataka Tales of India, this parable-adventure takes place in a forest where a “Noble” Deer runs wild and free. When a local King hears of this magical deer he sets out to have it for his very … Continue reading
Desire to Fly
A timeless tale of innovation, longing, and imagination, Desire to Fly is a shadow puppet show inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s “flying machines” and man’s eternal quest for flight. In the distant future a Robot, fresh off the assembly line, … Continue reading
Circus Hilarious
Stage requirements: minimum 12’ x 20’ for performance, Running Time: 30-45 minutes, Suitable for ages 4-10.