Puppets in Portland

08/25/2026

Sofie Krog Teater's "The House" tells the story of the Warehouse Family Funeral Home.

On her deathbed the undertaker changes her last will and testament, a secret begins to unravel and an evil plan is formed. Sofie Krog and David Faraco lead their audience behind closed doors and into rooms which hide unspeakably dark deeds.

This hand-puppet thriller takes place in a complex, revolving puppet set featuring intricate lighting, strange contraptions, and scary sound effects; the perfect setting for a comically chilling journey.

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Sofie Krog Teater's "The House"
Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 PM
Friday, September 25, at 7:00 PM

https://porttix.com/whats-on/sofie-krog-teaters-the-house/

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Puppets in Portland
September 18-27, 2026
A biennial, city-wide festival of international puppetry

www.PuppetsinPortland.org

05/18/2025

❣️Madison J Cripps kicked off Puppets in Portland 2024 with two sold-out shows of “A Slice of Crazy Pie.” Audience members who experienced the zany marionette puppet show have been asking us to bring him back ever since. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

💥We welcome .cripps back to our stage for this month's King Friday's Dungeon Puppet Slam ! 💥

🎭You can catch his eccentric and interactive puppet show alongside NINE other unique puppetry acts on May 23 + 24 at 7 PM 🎭

🎫Tickets here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/mayostreetarts/1587892
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03/21/2025

Happy World Puppetry Day!🎉
Grateful for all the puppeteers and patrons from around the globe who have made Mayo Street Arts the de facto puppet hub of Maine!
We love being the place to gather & celebrate the magic of puppetry💫

Today we are honoring the artists who have performed in our biennial festival of international puppetry arts... Save the date for our next festival, which will take over the city from September 18-27, 2026!

09/30/2024

Hey, ! Want to let everyone know about all of the great puppetry coming to Portland year round? Join the team at Mayo Street Arts!

We’re hiring!
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MSA's Marketing & Communications Manager facilitates clear communication with the general public and effectively promotes our programming, fundraising, and community events. They work closely in collaboration with other staff members identify priorities for advertising and design and curate the organization’s voice and the way we present ourselves to the public.
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This is a full time position. Some early mornings, evenings, and weekends are required. $43,000 – $45,000 annual salary plus accrued PTO, retirement, and health, dental and vision insurance plans.
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Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis with interviews beginning on Tuesday, October 15. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, October 31 at 5:00 PM. The position will begin in November, on a date to be agreed upon by MSA and the selected applicant.
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https://mayostreetarts.org/employment

09/21/2024

Alex & Olmsted’s MAROONED! A Space Comedy
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An astronaut crashes on an uncharted planet. Will she be able to survive strange creatures, anomalous atmosphere, and isolation in order to find her way home?
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Saturday @ 7PM
John Ford Auditorium

09/21/2024

Maskhunt Motions’ Road of Useless Splendor
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Two traveling alchemists from another time meander on a road leading them to a book whose pages spring to life tell its absurd and tender tale.
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Saturday @ 7PM
Sunday @ 6PM
Mayo Street Arts

09/21/2024

Puzzle Théâtre’s BOIS
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A curious world where a green leaf grows in an unlikely place. Pieces of wood come together to form wondrous creatures who will amaze and inspire.
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Saturday & Sunday @ 11 AM & 2 PM
Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine

09/21/2024

Deborah Hunt / MASKHUNT MOTIONS totally rules! Catch “Road of Useless Splendor” at Mayo Street Arts.

Saturday 9/21 @ 7PM
Sunday 9/22 @ 6PM

https://www.puppetsinportland.org/2024-performances/road-of-useless-splendor

Puppets in Portland starts on Friday with performances at Mayo Street Arts.

09/21/2024

Do not miss Alex and Olmsted’s MAROONED!
Saturday 9/21 @ 7 PM

Only one more chance to catch this UNIMA-USA Citation of Excellence winning production.

https://www.puppetsinportland.org/2024-performances/marooned-a-space-comedy