Though English in origin, Jack has become a true American folk hero. Jack and the Beanstalk by Nappy’s Puppets focuses on Jack and his many adventures; from Jack be Nimble, Jack Horner, and Big Jack and Little Jack, to the popular Jack and the Beanstalk. Based on Appalachian folk tales collected by Richard Chase, Jack and the Beanstalk utilizes the ancient art of shadow puppetry in a new and innovative way. With songs and stories and well over 80 handcrafted shadow puppets, Nappy's Jack and the Beanstalk is sure to delight young and old.
Jim Napolitano (Nappy’s Puppets) is a native of Milford, Conn., and a graduate of UConn’s Puppet Arts Program. After completion of his degree, Jim worked with Bits and Pieces Puppet Theater, performing around the country and world, including Japan's National Culture Center and Taiwan's National Theater.
Ticket Prices: Adults: $12; Members/Seniors: $10; Students: $8; Kids: $6 (12 years and under).
Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry, by calling 860-486-8580, or online. Tickets may also be purchased at the Ballard Institute on the day of the performance starting at 10 a.m. There will be open seating and no reservations. Visitors can park in the Storrs Center Garage located at 33 Royce Circle. For more information about these performances or if you require accommodation to attend this event, please contact Ballard Institute staff at 860-486-8580 or bimp@uconn.edu. You may either bring a printed copy of your receipt or present it on a smartphone. Doors to the theater open fifteen minutes before showtime, and seating is first come, first served. All sales are final, no refunds are given. Ticket holders wishing to exchange tickets for another Spring Series show may call the museum at 860.486.8580. Exchanges must be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled performance. In the rare case of a performance cancellation, a cancellation notice will be posted on our website, and we will attempt to contact ticket holders for that performance by phone and email. Alternatives will be assessed at that time regarding possible exchanges or refunds. If you require an accommodation to attend the performance, please contact Ballard Institute staff five days prior to the event at 860.486.8580. *Ticket prices will appear once you add to cart and select ticket type*
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