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The Three Billy Goats Gruff

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The Three Billy Goats GruffThis 25 minute production of the classic tale of the three goats actually features nine puppets. In addition to the familiar troll who lives under the bridge and three goats, additional characters are added to the story for fun. Tommy, the little boy who owns the goats, a one man band, and a Gypsy lady with her parrot are all added to the light-hearted telling of the classic story. Even the troll gets a laugh in the end. Larger than the traditional “Punch & Judy booth,” the production is presented in a 10 foot wide stage which allows easy viewing from the entire auditorium.

Children are delighted by the familiar antics of the troll and the goats. The characters and scenery are colorful and joyful. While is a show to be enjoyed by the younger set, the show is a joy for the family audience. Tom Bonham has been performing this show for more than 25 years, fine tuning it into one of his masterpiece performances. Tom does all but one of the character voices in the production, and does solo manipulation of all the puppets with the quick fast-paced action of the story.

Over 10,000 YouTube viewings of the show since Feb11, 2007

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A Christmas Fantasy

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This show is usually available alternate years and is scheduled to be back in production in 2011.

This musical variety show features a puppet family preparing for Christmas and the arrival of a puppet Santa. The show features a singing elves, Rudolph the Red Nosed Caterpillar, a puppet Santa himself, run-away Teddy bears, and an enchanting Christmas Star finale. The 30 minute production features more than 20 puppets. Larger than the traditional “Punch & Judy booth,” the production is presented in a 12 foot wide stage that allows easy viewing from the entire auditorium.

The show is a joy for all ages. Children are amazed and delighted in antics of the many colorful characters and joyful Christmas music. Adults appreciate unusual warmth generated in this production. The production meets preschool, family, and adult audiences with equal success. Tom Bonham has been performing this show for more than 35 years, fine tuning it into one of his masterpiece performances.

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