Explore African Traditions with Center for Puppetry Arts' Sept 2015 Discovery Days

Join the Center for Puppetry Arts on Tuesdays this September for a fun, interactive experience that explores storytelling and puppetry traditions in Africa and celebrates the intersection of geography, history, social studies and the arts.

Discovery Day activities are appropriate for all ages and will be adapted to accommodate the age levels of those in attendance. This program is perfect for senior groups, home school groups, scouts or day cares.

Activities:

From Story to Stage: An interactive storytelling/puppetry experience featuring trickster tales from Africa, where audience members discover playful wisdom as stories unfold.

Puppet Creation Station: Participants will build and perform their own Baobab Tree rod puppet. The Baobab tree is a revered symbol of African life and culture.

Discover Puppetry Cart: Participants will experience the art and magic of African puppetry by becoming a part of a masquerade celebration featuring puppets, music and dance.

Events run Tuesdays, September 1, 8, 15 & 29 (No Discovery Day program on September 22) from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30309. COST: $11.50; $7.50 for Center Members. Group rates and lunchroom space are available. Buy tickets online at ticketsales.puppet.org or call 404-873-3391. For more information, visit www.puppet.org/edu/discovery.shtml.

Please note: The Center's museum exhibits are currently closed for construction, as part of its expansion and renovation project. The Center will continue to present performances, workshops and films throughout the expansion; the new Worlds of Puppetry Museum will open Saturday, November 14. For more details, visit puppet.org/believeinmakebelieve.

Kermit and friends are getting a new home at the Center for Puppetry Arts! The nation's largest nonprofit dedicated to the art of puppetry is constructing a 7,500 square foot museum expansion. Set to be completed in fall 2015, the museum will feature objects from the Center's extensive global collection and will display the world's most comprehensive collection of Jim Henson's contributions to the world of puppetry. The project also includes a major renovation to existing spaces, including a renovated entryway, expanded research library and many other upgrades that will enhance the overall experience for all visitors to the Center. The Center will continue to present performances, workshops, and films throughout the expansion and renovation process; however museum exhibits are closed until the grand opening of the new museum this fall. For more details, visit www.puppet.org/believeinmakebelieve.

Center for Puppetry Arts is a unique cultural treasure -- a magical place where children and adults are educated, enlightened, and entertained. Since 1978, the Center has introduced millions of visitors to the wonder and art of puppetry and has touched the lives of many through enchanting performances, curriculum-based workshops, and the hands-on Museum as well as Distance Learning and Outreach programs. Center for Puppetry Arts is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization and is supported in part by contributions from corporations, foundations, government agencies, and individuals. Major funding is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners and the City of Atlanta Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs. These programs are also supported in part by the Georgia Council for the Arts through the appropriations of the Georgia General Assembly. GCA is a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. The Center is a member of Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for the American theatre; Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA/USA/ASSITEJ); and International Performing Arts for Youth (IPAY).The Center also serves as headquarters of UNIMA-USA, the American branch of Union Internationale de la Marionnette, the international puppetry organization.

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