Paddling Puppeteers return to Stratford with new show Plugging Into Nature
- Mar 19
- 2 min read
Plugging Into Nature is the fun and fanciful puppet show by the Paddling Puppeteers and Glen Caradus, who since 1998 has been bringing eco-friendly programming to children and adults alike. This highly demanded entertainer will be appearing at the Stratford Perth Museum for one day only, March 28 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. It has been 10 years since the last appearance.
“It is behind the main building where the Players Backstage is outside so dress warmly. This lovely gentleman plays at museums, parks all across, libraries, wherever he can as an educational artist. We brought him here probably 10 years ago and he was talking about the Thames River and watershed, but he does it with these delightful little puppets,” said Eileen Smith, artistic director of SpringWorks~PuppetWorks.
Plugging Into Nature is about a young child, Edward, who is always inside and on his phone. One day he goes outside and discovers the natural world. He meets a chickadee, butterfly and frog who guide Edward on a path of outdoor fun and wellness. At the end of the show Edward helps to “plant up” the “neighbourwood.”
“It’s just sweet, and he plays banjo and sings songs. It’s a mixture of hand puppets and rod puppets and a delightful educative and fun way of learning that you can enjoy your phone and you can go outside. He’s just a fun and gentle, very kind, lovely performer,” said Smith.
This is a family friendly event intended for an audience aged two and older. Attendees are encouraged to explore the pathways on the museum grounds and try out the free snowshoes if there is snow on the ground. As well, the museum is open for it’s regular Saturday hours.
Learning about stewardship of the environment in a fun and magical way will be an event to be remembered by children and their own eco-journey.
Tickets are $15 plus HST with a 10 per cent discount for four or more children. Tickets are available online at www.springworksfestival.ca.
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