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Fun, Colourful and Engaging Entertainment for Your Centre!
Larrikin Puppets brings joy, laughter, and education to early learners with vibrant puppet shows designed especially for childcare settings. As a trusted childcare centre entertainer, Brett Hansen—alongside co-puppeteer Elissa Jenkins—delivers high-quality, professional performances across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast, and surrounding areas.
Our shows are performed in the spirit of The Muppets and Sesame Street—featuring songs, skits, games, and lovable characters that keep children (and adults) fully engaged.
Why Choose Us as Your Childcare Centre Entertainer?
- Tailored for children aged 2-5
- Interactive and educational content available
- Blue Card certified, insured, and always professional
- Options for solo or duo performances
- Perfect for daycares, kindies, after school care and vacation care
What Others Say
Sunkids Burleigh: “We had Larrikin Puppets attend our childcare centre and absolutely loved it! Brett kept all 106 children amused and laughing the entire time. They are still talking about the ‘cute’ and ‘crazy’ puppets!”
Little Willow Early Learning Centre: “Our children, parents, and staff had an absolute blast! We cannot thank Brett enough for such a memorable and fun event.”
Beaucare Beaudesert: “An absolutely fantastic puppet show! Educational, hilarious, and very well organised. I highly recommend Larrikin Puppets as your next childcare centre entertainer.”
Types of Centres We Entertain
- Kindergartens
- Long Day Care and Family Day Care
- C&K Centres
- Goodstart Early Learning
- Centacare
- Kool Kids
- Pre-schools, Prep and Vacation Care programs
- After School Care & Special Needs Programs
Show Details
Duration: 30 minutes of puppetry, followed by a “how it works” demo and a meet-and-greet with photo opportunities.
Educational themes available: Sharing, kindness, caring for the environment, and healthy eating (available for duo shows only).
For Babies and Children with ASD
We offer a gentle, interactive experience with bright, musical fun and friendly puppet visits close to each child. This option is ideal for babies, toddlers, and children with ASD.
What to Expect on the Day
- Puppeteers arrive 75 minutes early to set up
- 30-minute high-energy puppet show
- 5-minute behind-the-scenes puppet demonstration
- 10-minute meet-and-greet with Troggg the blue monster
- Efficient pack-down after the show
Pricing & Booking
Details on cost and show options can be found here: View Pricing.
Solo or duo shows are available to suit your budget and space requirements.
As Seen On
Larrikin Puppets is featured on Australia’s top parenting site Kidspot as a trusted childcare centre entertainer. Our characters—Troggg, Frizzby, Moss, Flossy, and more—are fun, colourful, and more engaging than any magician, fairy, clown or jumping castle!
One aspect that stands out to me is the emphasis on tailored learning experiences. It’s impressive to see how these centers cater to each child’s unique needs and interests, fostering a love for learning from an early age.