Roswell Summer Puppet Series Starts This Week

ROSWELL, GA -- If you're in the market for a fun, family friendly activity your little ones can enjoy this summer, then look no further than Roswell's Summer Puppet Series.

The popular event will return to the city's Cultural Arts Center Stage, featuring a lineup of award-winning puppeteers from Georgia and around the country.

The 2016 series includes the following productions:

• June 6–11: Hansel & Gretel: presented by Frisch Marionettes
• June 13–18: The Pirate, the Princess & the Pea: presented by Crabgrass Puppet Theatre
• June 20–25: The Dragon King: presented by Tanglewood Marionettes
• June 27–July 2: The Little Red Hen’s Garden: presented by StoneLion Puppets
• July 5–July 9: Travelin’ Tales: presented by Lee Bryan “That Puppet Guy”
• July 11–16: Migration: presented by Hobey Ford’s Golden Rod Puppets
• July 18–23: Jack & The Beanstalk: presented by All Hands Productions

New this year is a partnership with local artist and illustrator Heather Lund, who is designing a custom coloring book to commemorate the 2016 Roswell Summer Puppet Series. The book will be inspired by the stories featured in the performances and will showcase gorgeously whimsical original illustrations. A limited number of these coloring books will be available for purchase during the puppet shows this summer.

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“We are thrilled to work with Heather on this exciting new project,” said Donna Clayton, Roswell Cultural Arts Center coordinator. “Her illustrations are a perfect addition to the puppet series, and we can’t wait to introduce her work to our audiences.”

Each week, shows will take place Monday through Saturday at 10 a.m., with additional shows at 1 p.m. on Wednesday and Friday. Shows run approximately 45-60 minutes.

Individual tickets will be $5/person for everyone ages 2 and up. Summer Passes are on sale now for $30 and include seven admissions for the price of six.

Both individual tickets and summer passes may be purchased in-person at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, by calling 770-594-6232 or by visiting www.roswellpuppets.com.

Daycares, summer camps, and scout troops are welcome and encouraged to call ahead to ensure seating. Reservations for groups of 10 or more may be made by calling 770-594-6232.

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Image via Roswell Cultural Arts Center