‘A Show of Hands’ Set to Take Over the 2024 Perth Royal Show
A Show of Hands is the latest creative family activity from the renowned children’s theatre company, designed for ages 4 and up. Celebrating the art of hand puppetry, this exciting new experience is sure to spark joy, laughter, and captivate curious minds and busy little fingers during the holidays. This event marks Spare Parts Puppet […]
MEET OUR 2024 ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE
The program offers artists a two-week residency at Spare Parts Puppet Theatre in Fremantle, providing financial support, access to studio space, company resources, and assistance from artistic and technical staff to develop an original puppetry work. After a highly competitive application process, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre has selected Jane Davies and Louis Spencer, whose projects […]
A turbo-charged puppet comedy – Hare Brain is a very different kind of toy story
High-energy puppetry comedy Hare Brain turbo-blasts its way onto the mainstage at the Ellie Eaton Theatre, Claremont Showgrounds, as a hilarious and fun-filled family day out for the winter holidays from June 29. ABOUT THE SHOW Set in a wacky, high-stakes world of toy invention, Hare Brain is a modern twist on Aesop’s classic fable, […]
The One Who Planted Trees Embarks on a National Tour!
This inspiration tale, part truth, part myth but mostly inspiration, follows Bandicoot, Koala, and a very fun-loving Frill Necked Lizard as they share the story of a woman who transforms her world to bring about hope and happiness for herself and those around her. The 8-week tour kicks off in our home state of Western […]
Home is Where the Heart is Giving Appeal
Hometown is set in a magical, dreamlike world of extraordinary creatures and awe-inspiring landscapes. Told through the eyes of a young girl, it is a tale about the importance of family in our lives. And how love and belonging can conquer fear and prejudice. We invite you to help bring this imaginative story to life, by making […]
Masterclass: Large Scale Puppetry Process, Logistics, and Delivery
We are thrilled to announce a new week-long immersive Puppetry Masterclass, titled Large Scale Puppetry Process, Logistics, and Delivery, to be held at Spare Parts Puppet Theatre in July. Our guest artist for 2024 is Joe Blanck, Founder and Creative Director of A Blanck Canvas. About Large scale puppetry is a multifaceted craft that blends […]
Puppetry premiere uncovers and celebrates friendship between the young and old
Embark on an enchanting journey of friendship and remembering, during the April school holidays, as the heart-warming tale of Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge takes centre stage in Spare Parts Puppet Theatre’s innovative and interactive puppetry adaptation of the beloved book penned by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas. Set in an old people’s home, this joyful tale unveils […]
REVIEWS ARE IN: Pillow Fight
Written by Perth comedy legend Sam Longley (Beanstalk) and directed by Philip Mitchell (The One Who Planted Trees, Blueback), Pillow Fight is the feel-good holiday romp we have all been waiting for. Join the warring siblings, Shane and Nadia, on a jam-packed puppet adventure as they enlist their favourite toys in a hilarious pillow fight for the […]
2024 Annual Program – Experience the Joy
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is thrilled to announce its annual program for 2024 – an invitation to all to experience the joy – featuring two new works, the hilariously original Pillow Fight, and the superb adaptation of the beloved Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge, and the return of the classic original production, Hare Brain, presented at […]
Artist in Residence Program 2024 call out!
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is welcoming applications from professional artists for our Artist in Residence Program, 2024. The program offers a two-week residency at Spare Parts Puppet Theatre in Fremantle and includes use of our studio space, technical equipment, workshop/making facilities, and support from company artistic and technical staff. We are excited by fearless and […]
