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  • A Unique Behind-the-Scenes Experience

    Interactive Puppetry Workshop for Schools & Preschools
    ​Discover the Magic of Puppetry!

    Ever wonder how puppets come to life? Join us for an unforgettable journey into the art of puppetry storytelling!

    Please Note: This is NOT a puppet-making workshop. Participants will learn how we bring our characters to life! no crafting required.

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What You'll Experience

A hands-on exploration into the world of puppetry! where imagination meets performance.

✅ Explore the Stage

Go behind the scenes and discover how our puppet stage is set up. See the magic from the performer's perspective!

✅ Meet the Characters

Get up close with our beloved puppet characters. Learn how each one is designed to express emotions and connect with audiences.

✅ Learn Puppet Animation

Watch and practice how we bring puppets to life! Discover techniques for movement, voice, and creating believable characters.

✅ Craft Stories on Stage

See how we weave stories, timing, and humor together. Learn the secrets of engaging young audiences through puppetry!

✅ Live Demonstration

Watch a mini-performance and see all the elements come together! then peek behind the curtain to see how it's done.

✅ Tips & Techniques

Take home professional tips on timing, character voices, audience engagement, and the art of puppet storytelling.

How the Workshop Works

Welcome & Introduction

We start with a warm welcome and a brief overview of the art of puppetry. You'll learn about our 26+ year journey bringing laughter to kids across the Bay Area!

Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Step behind the curtain! Explore our puppet stage setup, see how we organize props and characters, and understand the "invisible" work that makes performances seamless.

Mini Performance & Q&A

Watch a live demonstration putting all elements together, then ask all your questions! We love sharing our passion for puppetry and helping others discover this amazing art form.

Hands-On Animation Practice

This is where the magic happens! Work with our existing puppets and learn basic animation techniques! how to make a puppet walk, talk, express emotions, and connect with an audience.

Storytelling Secrets

Discover how we craft engaging stories for young audiences. Learn about pacing, humor, interaction, and how to hold kids' attention through the magic of puppet theater.

Perfect For...

👩‍🏫 Teachers & Educators

Learn techniques to engage students through puppetry

🏫 School Groups

Educational field trip alternative

🏢 Team Building

Creative, fun activity for groups

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🎭 Puppetry Workshop

(Best for Ages Pre-K–5)

Behind-the-Scenes Experience

$395

  ⏱️ 35-45 minutes - 👤 1 Performer

    What's Included:

Behind-the-Scenes Stage Tour

Meet the Characters

Hands-On Animation Practice

Storytelling Secrets

Live Demo + Q&A

    Perfect For:

  • 🎨 Arts enrichment programs
  • 🏫 Field trip alternatives
  • 👩‍🏫 Teacher professional development
  • 🏢 Team building activities
Book Now

Or text (925) 605-4655 for a custom quote ⚡

​Multi-show discount: Book back-to-back performances on same day/location and save $50/show!

Educator Reviews

Trusted by Educators Across San Francisco Bay Area

Don't just take our word for it! hear from the teachers, librarians, and administrators who book us year after year.

Our customers say Excellent ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

Read our 246+ five star reviews on Google and Yelp

We had California Kids Fun come to our school and perform for 60 TK (Transitional Kindergarten) students. The performer was fabulous and really understood the sense of humor of 4 and 5 year olds. There was so much laughter and joy during the performance. Kids were engaged and eager to see what would happen next. One of the unique aspects of the show was the ability for the students to interact with the puppets by coming up and touching them and the puppet would engage with them in a silly manner. The students were enthralled. We look forward to having them come back and perform for our school next year.

Stephany

Vargas Elementary School • Sunnyvale, CA

Ventriloquist Joe Put on an awesome show for our school today. Kids of all ages were entertained and had a chance to interact with the puppets. Even parents were entertained. Joe was funny and really really good. I would totally recommend him and I would hire him again for another party.

Yarah

Merryhill School • San Jose, CA

We have used California Kids Fun services for our preschool! We were able to record precious moments when Sam was performing the show. Sam is very professional and talented! Our children had a blast during his performance and we will definitely use California Kids Fun services over and over. Thank you Sam for the wonderful job! You brought joy to Butterflies Academy!

Farinaz

Butterflies Academy • Saratoga, CA

Why Educators Trust Us

A Track Record of Excellence

Decades of experience bringing joy and learning to schools and libraries across San Francisco Bay Area.

26+

Years of Experience

Trusted since 1998

10,000

Successful Shows

Schools & libraries served

246+

Five-Star Reviews

From educators like you

100%

Fully Insured

Professional & reliable

Ready to Step Behind the Curtain?

Book your Puppetry Workshop today and discover the magic that has been delighting Bay Area families for over 26+ years!

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