PAFAC sets giant puppet show for Aug. 22

Published 1:30 am Wednesday, August 14, 2024

The Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, 1203 E. Lauridsen Blvd., will host “Or So It Would Seam: A Giant Puppet Voyage into the Hidden Universe,” a performance by String & Shadow Puppet Theater, from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22.

Described as equal parts whimsical fairy tale, outer-space odyssey, and slap-stick clown show, the story follows Space-Way Assistance Driver Captain Z as a mysterious distress signal prompts him to enter a mystical dimension.

Between inter-dimensional subway cars, expanding black-holes and giants who weave the fabric of space-time, “Or So It Would Seam” has audiences contemplating the intricate and unexpected ways we are all connected to one another.

The performance includes giant puppets, original storytelling and live music, and a cast of 13 performers/musicians.

“We are very excited to welcome String and Shadow back to Webster’s Woods,” PAFAC Community Engagement Director Rachel Storck said.

“Last year’s performance of ‘Ship of Fools’ set a high bar for creative storytelling, and we can’t wait to see what these artists have put together for their newest production. It will be a fun and captivating show for people of all ages.”

Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket, lawn chair and picnic down into the meadow. The performance will be outdoors. Ice cream will be available for purchase from Welly’s Ice Cream.

Tickets for members/non-member are $18/$20 for adults, $12$14 for youth (18 and younger) or for families, $55 (four members) or $60 (five members).

String and Shadow is a theater company based in Olympia. Each summer, they create a giant outdoor touring puppet show that weaves together a variety of puppetry styles, circus arts, and original music. See stringandshadow.com.

For more about the event, visit pafac.kindful.com/e/string-shadow-or-so-it-would-seam.