Norwich Puppet Theatre

Norwich Puppet Theatre An inspirational centre for the development and celebration of puppet theatre.

Norwich Puppet Theatre is one of only a handful of theatres in England that is dedicated to creating, presenting and supporting innovation in puppetry and related art forms. Throughout the year, NPT programmes leading international puppetry companies for Early Years audiences, families and adults. We also create and tour our own productions; recent shows include The Tinderbox, Pied Piper and Red R

iding Hood. We hold regular workshops for all age groups and provide professional development opportunities with masterclasses led by leading figures within the industry. The Theatre is housed in a Grade 1 listed Medieval building in the centre of Norwich, the church of Saint James, which still includes many original features but is also now home to a large family of puppets.

19/05/2026

The Experimental Sound Society New Music Norwich – Norwich Puppet Theatre, Multiple dates and times - The Experimental Sound Society New Music Norwich Step into the sonic unknown with The Experimental Sound Society: New Music Norwich - a bold, immersive series pushing the boundaries of electroacou...

13/05/2026

“Gentle, Magical & Playful.” The Lost Nose – Family clown show in Norwich!

Follow ZingZang, a gentle, curious clown who has lost their nose — a key part of who they are — and needs your help to find it.

Show + arts and crafts activity
For families and children 0-5 years old!

Saturday 23 May
11:00 & 14:30

Alice in Wonderland WONDERDAYSPresented by Strange Fascination TheatreStep into a whimsical world with this interactive ...
21/04/2026

Alice in Wonderland WONDERDAYS
Presented by Strange Fascination Theatre

Step into a whimsical world with this interactive Alice in Wonderland show, bringing together the adventures of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. Packed with puppets, storytelling, games, and fun activities, little ones can meet all their favourite characters — from the White Rabbit to Humpty Dumpty — and help Alice on her journey home.

Join in a silly dance-off with the Mad Hatter, solve playful puzzles, and explore fantastical scenes from both stories. With audience participation at every turn, this magical performance invites children to laugh, play, and become part of Alice’s unforgettable adventure!

Monday 25th May - performances at 11am, 12noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm

Jester Mirage presentsDEAD MAN’S JEST: A Theatrical Drag Cabaretwith Will Power, Knuckle Sandwich and Stealia JobsMonstr...
21/04/2026

Jester Mirage presents
DEAD MAN’S JEST: A Theatrical Drag Cabaret
with Will Power, Knuckle Sandwich and Stealia Jobs

Monstrous pirate Jenny Jones has been the scourge of the seven seas for a hundred years, and harvesting shipwrecked souls is starting to get old. With mutiny brewing amongst her crusty crew, and a bumbling yet dashing Commandeer plotting revenge against her, will Jenny find her purpose before she has to walk the plank?

After her sell-out productions JESTATION and WILD WILD JEST, Jester Mirage is back with a brand new scripted drag musical! This loving homage to pirate films features lip-syncs, live vocals, puppets, swashbuckling, sword fighting and more!

Friday 8th & Saturday 9th May

Prepare to enter the thrilling world of espionage and intrigue…Drama Mavericks’ are proud to present The 39 Steps - a fa...
21/04/2026

Prepare to enter the thrilling world of espionage and intrigue…

Drama Mavericks’ are proud to present The 39 Steps - a fast-paced, inventive comedy thriller in which four actors play over 130 characters, supported by imaginative staging, physical comedy, and rapid, visible transitions.

Directed by Ben Nash
Adapted by Patrick Barlow
From an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon

23rd, 24th, 25th, 30th April, 1st & 2nd May

08/04/2026
03/04/2026

Next Tuesday and Wednesday, the 7th and 8th of April at Norwich Puppet Theatre, Tiny and Tall present Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie's 's The Detective Dog! Shows at 11am and 2:30pm. www.puppettheatre.co.uk

Address

St James, Whitefriars
Norwich
NR31TN

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+441603629921

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