Fairs & Festivals
Elsenpeter Marionettes
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The Elsenpeter Marionettes' tradition of puppetry started in Elen, Germany, approximately 140 years ago, by Richard's great grandfather. Their traditional form of puppetry has been handed down through four generations. Mr. Elsenpeter describes his form of puppetry as the "old world or European style of puppetry." It's very nostalgic and is rarely seen anymore in America because of its technical difficulties. The Elsenpeter Marionettes, headed by Mr. Richard Elsenpeter, is a professional fulltime performing Marionette company who has entertained millions of people in live shows for over 140 years. Besides performing more than 200 plus programs nationally each year, the Elsenpeter troupe will write, produce, create and carve an entirely new program annually. The Elsenpeter Marionettes troupe specialize in adapting classic American tales with which most people are familiar. All Elsenpeter Marionette productions are especially written for Marionettes theatre and every detail has been carefully designed to achieve a perfect dramatic production in miniature. Richard's skillful manipulation of the Marionettes transforms the 2-foot tall, hand-carved wooden dolls into living characters with definite personalities. "I thought this was the best we have ever had!" "...the best performance so far ... very delightful & fun!" "Excellent performance!" "Great show, students Pre K - 4th grade enjoyed it." "Wonderful! This is a way to keep the classics in my school." "Your performers were fabulous (as always)" "How we all enjoyed your production!
The comments from parents, children
and staff wee all excellent! We look forward
to seeing you again!" "The show was a bright spot in our summer program." |
