We are delighted to be performing our puppet show again for the children at Tarragindi Child Care & Development on Wednesday, 17 July 2019.
We have fond memories of last year’s visit and the enthusiastic welcome from the children as we arrived.
Larrikin Puppets present a professional, engaging childcare puppet show
Larrikin Puppets is performed by Brett Hansen and Elissa Jenkins, working together as a professional two-puppeteer team.
Our colourful cast of characters provides high-quality entertainment for childcare centres, early learning services, kindergartens and playgroups across Brisbane, Ipswich, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast.
All childcare shows are presented by both puppeteers to ensure strong audience interaction, character variety, and a dynamic performance experience.
For availability and booking enquiries, please complete our
Booking Enquiry Form.
Description
We present a colourful and engaging puppet show designed specifically for childcare centres.
The performance features lively Muppet-style characters performing age-appropriate songs, skits, jokes, games and interactive audience participation.
Creative play is central to the experience for children aged 0–5.
The show concludes with a short “How the puppets work” demonstration.
Total duration: Approximately 45 minutes.
Educational themes such as kindness, sharing, exercise, caring for the environment and healthy eating can be incorporated upon request.
Story Time Option
We also offer Story Time with Larrikin Puppets,
where a children’s book by an Australian author is brought to life with puppet interaction.
On the Day
The puppeteers arrive approximately one hour before the scheduled start time to set up the puppet theatre, sound equipment, props and characters.
After the performance and demonstration, we pack down efficiently with minimal disruption to your centre’s routine.
Inclusions
- 30-minute interactive puppet show
- “How the puppets work” demonstration
- Professional puppet theatre, props and sound system
- Travel, set-up and pack-down time
- Rehearsal and preparation time
- High-quality characters and professional puppetry
Professional Development
Brett and Elissa have completed three months of professional development in the USA, including advanced training with Jim Henson puppeteers from The Muppets and Sesame Street.
Blue Card and Insurance
Brett holds Blue Card number 1161011/3 and Elissa holds Blue Card number 690261/3.
We carry full public liability insurance through Duck For Cover Entertainers Insurance.
Sunkids at Burleigh said, “We had Larrikin Puppets attend our childcare centre and absolutely loved it! The children were laughing and engaged the entire time.”
Beaucare in Beaudesert said, “An absolutely fantastic puppet show! Very professional, engaging and educational.”
Larrikin Puppets also perform at public events hosted by childcare centres, including open days and community celebrations.
