NightShade Productions
- Detroit, MI
- Murder Mystery
- 51 Verified Bookings
Renee H. said “The carolers were great! The were well received by our attendees, especially when they asked for requests. They were easy to work with, as well; we had…”
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The Elsenpeter Marionettes, headed by Mr. Richard Elsenpeter, are a professional full-time performing Marionette company who has entertained millions of school children in live shows for over 150 years. Besides performing more than 200 plus programs nationally each year, Mr. Elsenpeter will write, produce, create and carve an entirely new program annually.
The Elsenpeter Marionettes tradition of puppetry started in Elen, Germany approximately 150 years ago and has been handed down through four generations. Richard describes his form of puppetry as the “old world style of puppetry.” It’s very nostalgic and is rarely seen anymore in America because of its technical difficulties.
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Gig Length: 30 - 50 minutes
Languages: English
The Elsenpeter Marionettes, headed by Mr. Richard Elsenpeter, are a professional full-time performing Marionette company who has entertained millions of school children in live shows for over 139 years. Besides performing more than 200 plus programs nationally each year, Mr. Elsenpeter will write, produce, create and carve an entirely new program annually. The Elsenpeter Marionettes specialize in children’s classics and adapt stories with which most children are familiar.
The Elsenpeter Marionettes tradition of puppetry started in Elen, Germany approximately 139 years ago, by Richard’s great grandfather. Their traditional form of puppetry has been handed down through four generations. Richard describes his form of puppetry as the “old world style of puppetry.” It’s very nostalgic and is rarely seen anymore in America because of its technical difficulties.
Each program is specially written for the Marionettes theatre. Every detail has been carefully designed to achieve a perfect dramatic production in miniature. Richard’s skillful manipulation of the Marionettes transforms the 2-foot tall, hand carved, wooden dolls into living characters with definite personalities.
The Elsenpeter program delights the young and the young-at-heart while stressing the importance of education and reading. Our goal is to give children an outlet for their fantasies while making a lasting impression on them.
The Elsenpeter Marionettes, headed by Mr. Richard Elsenpeter, are a professional full-time performing Marionette company who has entertained millions of school children in live shows for over 139 years. Besides performing more than 200 plus programs nationally each year, Mr. Elsenpeter will write, produce, create and carve an entirely new program annually. The Elsenpeter Marionettes specialize in children’s classics and adapt stories with which most children are familiar.
The Elsenpeter Marionettes tradition of puppetry started in Elen, Germany approximately 139 years ago, by Richard’s great grandfather. Their traditional form of puppetry has been handed down through four generations. Richard describes his form of puppetry as the “old world style of puppetry.” It’s very nostalgic and is rarely seen anymore in America because of its technical difficulties.
Each program is specially written for the Marionettes theatre. Every detail has been carefully designed to achieve a perfect dramatic production in miniature. Richard’s skillful manipulation of the Marionettes transforms the 2-foot tall, hand carved, wooden dolls into living characters with definite personalities.
The Elsenpeter program delights the young and the young-at-heart while stressing the importance of education and reading. Our goal is to give children an outlet for their fantasies while making a lasting impression on them.
The Elsenpeter Marionettes only need three things:
1) An area to set up in: 10 feet deep, 16 feet wide and no less than 8 feet height
2) An electric plug for our lights and sound equipment
3) An audience to perform for
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Dawn E. D. said “Chris was great. He dealt with some very rowdy kids and kept them entertained. His talent is truly remarkable and we loved it!”