Calendar of Events
Our programming includes many art classes and events both free and paid for anyone who is passionate about puppetry! Events are typically hosted at different venues around Minneapolis, and include offerings that are all ages, family friendly, as well as programs for kids, tweens and teens. You can subscribe to our enewsletter and stay up to date on all we have to offer.
Large Puppet Workshops
Join us at Peavey Park for Large Puppet making workshops!
As part of the planning process for a new artwork at Peavey Park, Heart of the Beast will be leading four community workshops in puppet making, puppeteering and community story-telling.
Attend one session or all four!
Thursday evenings, July 31, August 7, 14 and 21
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Peavey Picnic Shelter, 730 East 22nd Street, Minneapolis
Questions? Contact Sarah at sarah.linnesrobinson@minneapolismn.gov
First Saturday Puppet Storytime
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.
Shadow Puppetry Artist Workshop
Join us for a shadow puppetry workshop. Open to artists of all levels. 16+ Free. Registration required.
Large Puppet Workshops
Join us at Peavey Park for Large Puppet making workshops!
As part of the planning process for a new artwork at Peavey Park, Heart of the Beast will be leading four community workshops in puppet making, puppeteering and community story-telling.
Attend one session or all four!
Thursday evenings, July 31, August 7, 14 and 21
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Peavey Picnic Shelter, 730 East 22nd Street, Minneapolis
Questions? Contact Sarah at sarah.linnesrobinson@minneapolismn.gov
Lambe Lambe Workshop
Discover Brazilian Puppetry, the enchanting world of "Lambe Lambe," a miniature puppetry theater performed inside a box. In this five-day workshop, you will explore the art of dramaturgy, character creation, and storyboarding while designing your puppets, building scenic boxes, mastering set lighting, and creating sound effects. The course culminates in a unique performance, showcasing each puppeteer's creation. Tell your story in a very unique way!
This Cultural Districts Art Fund program activity is funded by the Arts & Cultural Affairs Department in the City of Minneapolis.
Free. Open to All. No registration required. 1500 East Lake street
Photo: curtesy of Lys Akerman-Frank
Lambe Lambe Workshop
Discover Brazilian Puppetry, the enchanting world of "Lambe Lambe," a miniature puppetry theater performed inside a box. In this five-day workshop, you will explore the art of dramaturgy, character creation, and storyboarding while designing your puppets, building scenic boxes, mastering set lighting, and creating sound effects. The course culminates in a unique performance, showcasing each puppeteer's creation. Tell your story in a very unique way!
This Cultural Districts Art Fund program activity is funded by the Arts & Cultural Affairs Department in the City of Minneapolis.
Free. Open to All. No registration required. 1500 East Lake street
Photo: curtesy of Lys Akerman-Frank
Large Puppet Workshops
Join us at Peavey Park for Large Puppet making workshops!
As part of the planning process for a new artwork at Peavey Park, Heart of the Beast will be leading four community workshops in puppet making, puppeteering and community story-telling.
Attend one session or all four!
Thursday evenings, July 31, August 7, 14 and 21
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Peavey Picnic Shelter, 730 East 22nd Street, Minneapolis
Questions? Contact Sarah at sarah.linnesrobinson@minneapolismn.gov
Lambe Lambe Workshop
Discover Brazilian Puppetry, the enchanting world of "Lambe Lambe," a miniature puppetry theater performed inside a box. In this five-day workshop, you will explore the art of dramaturgy, character creation, and storyboarding while designing your puppets, building scenic boxes, mastering set lighting, and creating sound effects. The course culminates in a unique performance, showcasing each puppeteer's creation. Tell your story in a very unique way!
This Cultural Districts Art Fund program activity is funded by the Arts & Cultural Affairs Department in the City of Minneapolis.
Free. Open to All. No registration required. 1500 East Lake street
Photo: curtesy of Lys Akerman-Frank
Lambe Lambe Workshop
Discover Brazilian Puppetry, the enchanting world of "Lambe Lambe," a miniature puppetry theater performed inside a box. In this five-day workshop, you will explore the art of dramaturgy, character creation, and storyboarding while designing your puppets, building scenic boxes, mastering set lighting, and creating sound effects. The course culminates in a unique performance, showcasing each puppeteer's creation. Tell your story in a very unique way!
This Cultural Districts Art Fund program activity is funded by the Arts & Cultural Affairs Department in the City of Minneapolis.
Free. Open to All. No registration required. 1500 East Lake street
Photo: curtesy of Lys Akerman-Frank
Lambe Lambe Workshop
Discover Brazilian Puppetry, the enchanting world of "Lambe Lambe," a miniature puppetry theater performed inside a box. In this five-day workshop, you will explore the art of dramaturgy, character creation, and storyboarding while designing your puppets, building scenic boxes, mastering set lighting, and creating sound effects. The course culminates in a unique performance, showcasing each puppeteer's creation. Tell your story in a very unique way!
This Cultural Districts Art Fund program activity is funded by the Arts & Cultural Affairs Department in the City of Minneapolis.
Free. Open to All. No registration required. 1500 East Lake street
Photo: curtesy of Lys Akerman-Frank
Large Puppet Workshops
Join us at Peavey Park for Large Puppet making workshops!
As part of the planning process for a new artwork at Peavey Park, Heart of the Beast will be leading four community workshops in puppet making, puppeteering and community story-telling.
Attend one session or all four!
Thursday evenings, July 31, August 7, 14 and 21
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Peavey Picnic Shelter, 730 East 22nd Street, Minneapolis
Questions? Contact Sarah at sarah.linnesrobinson@minneapolismn.gov
HOBT Summer Puppet Camp: August Session
HOBT Puppet Camp will take place June 9-13, 2025 and August 25-29, 2025! Your child will be able to explore the materials and create with others.
Introduction to Hand Puppets
Introduction to Hand Puppets!
Participants will learn a brief history of styles and approaches to hand puppetry, make a simple hand puppet, basics of hand puppet movement, and teaching techniques.
First Saturday Puppet Storytime
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.
Happy Hour
HOBT moves to its new location this Fall. Join us for a House Party to support our next chapter!
Taco bar and drinks!
Hosted by Michelle Pett and Anita Newhouse
Teaching in Disabled and Neurodivergent Spaces
Join artist Lys Akerman-Frank and staff Elina Kotlyar in a learning conversation on how to successfully teach in Disabled and Neurodivergent spaces.
We are hoping to start an ongoing conversation and sharing of ideas and experiences on how to reduce barriers to art participation, while creating supportive and joyful environment for all participants.
Puppet Library - closed 6/21/25
The puppet library will be CLOSED on June 21st. See you on July 5th!
Summer Solstice Celebration
Join the Parade Band for a Lantern procession from the Avalon theatre to Powderhorn Park, to celebrate Summer Solstice and welcome in the Summer!
Dance Party led by DJ Sci-Fi
Community singing with Sarina Partridge
*Partially funded by Lake Street Lift grant
Lantern Workshops
Join us as we build large and small lanterns! Build a personal lantern or engage in group large Moth puppet build.
ALL are welcome - attend one workshop or all. Free. No registration required.
Funded by: Lake Street Council - Big Ideas Project
Lantern Workshops
Join us as we build large and small lanterns! Build a personal lantern or engage in group large Moth puppet build.
ALL are welcome - attend one workshop or all. Free. No registration required.
Funded by: Lake Street Council - Big Ideas Project
Lantern Workshops
Join us as we build large and small lanterns! Build a personal lantern or engage in group large Moth puppet build.
ALL are welcome - attend one workshop or all. Free. No registration required.
Funded by: Lake Street Council - Big Ideas Project
HOBT Summer Puppet Camp: June Session
HOBT Puppet Camp will take place June 9-13, 2025 and August 25-29, 2025! Your child will be able to explore the materials and create with others.
Lantern Workshops
Join us as we build large and small lanterns! Build a personal lantern or engage in group large Moth puppet build.
ALL are welcome - attend one workshop or all. Free. No registration required.
Funded by: Lake Street Council - Big Ideas Project
First Saturday Puppet Storytime
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.
Lantern Workshops
Join us as we build large and small lanterns! Build a personal lantern or engage in group large Moth puppet build.
ALL are welcome - attend one workshop or all. Free. No registration required.
Funded by: Lake Street Council - Big Ideas Project
Teaching Puppetry in the Classroom
Come join HOBT artists Tara Fahay, Lizz Windnagel and Felicia Cooper, as they share their experience of teaching puppetry in the classroom!
Touch Considered with Michael Sommers
Artists of all levels are welcome! 16+ Free. Registration required.
Mother's Day Brunch and Puppet
Calling all Familes! Come celebrate your cregivers: moms, aunts, grandmas, sisters, dads and anyone else who is special in your life! Open to all! we will make simple hand puppets and enjoy some brunchy snacks and beverages. Tickets at: https://www.hobt.org/book/p/mothers-day-brunch-and-puppet5px7h
First Saturday Puppet Storytime
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.
Spring Storytime Tour
We are taking story time on tour! Bring Story time to your backyard or nearby park!
HOBT Puppet storyteller Chelly Beaver will be telling Spring-themed stories during the months of May. Email ekotlyar@hobt.org for more info or register here.
Celebrate Earth Day - Spring Pop-Up Fundraiser
Come celebrate Earth Day with HOBT! Make puppets from recyclable materials and have a picnic. This is a first in a series of our pop-up Fundraisers. Your presence and contributions will help us continue to bring the magic of puppetry to our community. Don't miss out on this fun family event! Due to rain, we will meet at the Avalon Theatre. Register at: https://www.hobt.org/tickets/p/spring-fundraiser
The Agency of Tiny Tourism with Felicia Cooper
Come visit your favorite places all in one room as an interactive display! “The Agency for Tiny Tourism” is a community-sourced tour of personally significant landmarks, culminating in a dioramic tour of these places in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The Agency of Tiny Tourism with Felicia Cooper
Come visit your favorite places all in one room as an interactive display! “The Agency for Tiny Tourism” is a community-sourced tour of personally significant landmarks, culminating in a dioramic tour of these places in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The Agency of Tiny Tourism with Felicia Cooper
Come visit your favorite places all in one room as an interactive display! “The Agency for Tiny Tourism” is a community-sourced tour of personally significant landmarks, culminating in a dioramic tour of these places in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
