Vertep
The Master of the Revels Calls for Vertep!
Only Hobgoblin Hill Puppets would have the effrontery to embrace the ancient Vertep Russian nativity tradition- and add this much giddiness to what is normally a solemn performance. But Christmas is a time for joy and laughter, so...
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Variety Acts
Abandon
Sanity, All Ye Who Enter here!
Our variety acts include audience participation and a totally improvised performance. These performances succeed particularly well with children.
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Petrushka
Petrushka, Russian cousin to the amazing Mr. Punch, is always ready for a fight or a frolic. Whether he's flirting with girls, buying a horse, or being drafted, he's sure to cause mayhem and leave you laughing. Even the devil can't scare him!
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Punch and Judy
"Old Rednose" invites
you to meet the Missus.
Don't miss the timeless street play of Victorian England. Guaranteed to add "spice" and/or authenticity to your event. Suitable for all audiences.
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St.
George and the Dragon
A
holiday romp from Merrie Olde England.
A classic! taken from Christmas traditions of England, this show is sure to please at any time of the year. St George comes forth to slay the dragon. We come forth to slay you....with humor and merriment.
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The
Temptation of St. Anthony
The
conflict
between
Mankind
and Evil
Enjoy our jolly performance of the French puppet miracle play, "Temptation of St. Anthony," the story of the legendary hermit who fended off all temptation to save his soul and many, many others. Three daffy crocodiles take the place of Pluto’s usual demons, who all went on vacation to Florida.
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Dance
of Death
Man faces eternity in
the 14th century.
An art form in itself! One of the historic art forms created by people reacting to the chaos of the Black Death. Our unique version, however, shows each character dancing off with Death to the sound of live hurdy-gurdy music.
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Faust, the German Puppet Play
In earlier days, Hobgoblin Hill Puppets tackled their most ambitious project: the German puppet lay Faust. This dark and moody tragedy served as a cautionary tale to those who dared lay their souls on the line....
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