Puppeteria Theatre: The Best Puppet Shows for Kids

For nearly six decades, puppetry magic has been woven by Jackie and John Lewis and their legendary company, Jeral Puppets. Performing professionally since 1966, the much-loved troupe continues its tradition of delighting young audiences with joyful autumn shows from February to April 2026 at their charming home, Puppeteria Theatre.

Puppeteria Theatre: Puppet Shows Kids Absolutely Love

Bursting with colour, character and timeless storytelling, Puppeteria Theatre bring favourite tales to life right before little eyes. With performances running throughout Term 1 and the autumn school holidays, there's always a show to catch. This term, get ready to delight in some of your favourite characters, including the Easter Bunny, Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White, and so many more!

Check out the full performance schedule below and book your tickets now for an enchanting outing that's guaranteed to leave kids wide-eyed, giggling and begging to come back for more.

Jeral Puppets Shows at Puppeteria Theatre

February to April 2026

Pinocchio + Hansel & Gretel (3-9 years)
Two timeless fairytales collide, featuring a cheeky wooden puppet with a mind of his own and the much-loved story of Hansel and Gretel.

The Little Red Hen & The Grain of Wheat + Old MacDonald's Farm (2-5 years)
Cluck, moo and sing along as The Little Red Hen and all your favourite farmyard friends take centre stage in this joyful double feature.

The Gingerbread Man (2-5 years)
Run! Run! Run! The Gingerbread Man is on the loose in a joyful adventure filled with well-loved tales and songs kids can sing along to.

The Unicorn & the Rainbow + The Mermaid & the Giant Clam (2-5 years)
A sparkling unicorn adventure meets an underwater mishap when a curious mermaid finds her tail stuck in a giant clam.

Hooray for the Faster Bunny! (2-6 years)
Meet a warren of adorable rabbits in this feel-good performance filled with short stories, familiar songs and light-hearted fun.

Little Red Riding Hood + The Three Billy Goats Gruff (2-5 years)
Two much-loved fairytales come together in a lively, fast-moving show for ages 2-5, packed with gentle laughs, music and playful moments.

Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs + Professor Eigenvector's Space Adventure (3-9 years)
A delightful puppet double feature combining the timeless fairytale of Snow White with an out-of-this-world space journey led by Professor Eigenvector.
 

Puppeteria Theatre Show Schedule

All shows start at 10.30 am

February Puppet Shows

Sunday 15 - Pinocchio + Hansel and Gretel

Friday 20 - The Little Red Hen & the Grain of Wheat + Old MacDonald's Farm

Sunday 22 - The Little Red Hen & the Grain of Wheat + Old MacDonald's Farm

Tuesday 24 - The Little Red Hen & the Grain of Wheat + Old MacDonald's Farm

March Puppet Shows

Sunday 1 - The Gingerbread Man

Thursday 5 - The Little Red Hen & the Grain of Wheat + Old MacDonald's Farm

Sunday 8 - Pinocchio + Hansel and Gretel

Wednesday 11 - The Gingerbread Man

Sunday 15 - The Unicorn & the Rainbow + The Mermaid & the Giant Clam

Tuesday 17 - The Unicorn & the Rainbow + The Mermaid & the Giant Clam

Sunday 22 - Little Red Riding Hood + Three Billygoats Gruff

Thursday 26 - Little Red Riding Hood + Three Billygoats Gruff

Sunday 29 - Hooray for the Easter Bunny!

April Puppet Shows

Wednesday 1 - Hooray for the Easter Bunny!

Friday 3 - Hooray for the Easter Bunny!

Saturday 4 - Hooray for the Easter Bunny!

Monday 6 - Little Red Riding Hood + Three Billygoats Gruff

Tuesday 7 - Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs + Professor Eigenvector's Space Adventure

Wednesday 8 - The Unicorn & the Rainbow + The Mermaid & the Giant Clam

Thursday 9 - Little Red Riding Hood + Three Billygoats Gruff

Friday 10 - Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs + Professor Eigenvector's Space Adventure

Sunday 12 - The Unicorn & the Rainbow + The Mermaid & the Giant Clam

Monday 13 - Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs + Professor Eigenvector's Space Adventure

Tuesday 14 - The Unicorn & the Rainbow + The Mermaid & the Giant Clam

Wednesday 15 - Little Red Riding Hood + Three Billygoats Gruff

Thursday 16 - Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs + Professor Eigenvector's Space Adventure

Friday 17 - The Unicorn & the Rainbow + The Mermaid & the Giant Clam

Sunday 19 - Little Red Riding Hood + Three Billygoats Gruff

Monday 20 - Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs + Professor Eigenvector's Space Adventure

Tuesday 21 - Pinocchio + Hansel and Gretel

Find out more at Puppeteria Theatre and book your tickets at Trybooking.com.

Where:  Puppeteria Theatre, 12h Denawen Ave, Castle Cove
When:    February to April 2026 | All shows start at 10.30 am
Cost:      Adults: $16 | Children: $14 | Under 12 months go FREE

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