Big shows. Small shows. National and international adventures.
Larrikin Puppets brings joy, laughter and meaningful puppetry, music and storytelling to children and families everywhere.
We offer three high-quality touring productions designed for libraries, theatres, schools, community halls, and festivals — across Australia and beyond.
1. Zietta and the Little Larrikins
A Large-Scale Theatre Production | Ages 5–9 | For School Groups + Families
This is our flagship large-scale theatre production, ideal for national and international theatre touring. With dazzling puppetry, engaging storytelling, and important themes from the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS), Zietta and the Little Larrikins delights kids and grown-ups alike. Discover more about the Zietta and the Little Larrikins theatre show.
Perfect for:
– Performing arts centres
– Children’s theatres and festivals
– Primary schools (incursion formats also available)
Why book Zietta?
– Large-scale production with high visual impact
– Thoughtful, funny, and heartwarming
– Aligned with the Australian school curriculum
– Customisable for theatre or school stage touring
Currently booking for 2025–2026 national and international seasons. Enquire now for early bookings.
2. Marina’s Marine Adventure – Book Launch Tour
A Pop Up Puppet Show, Craft Activity & Book Signing | Ages 4–7 | For Schools & Families
Launching nationally in 2026, this interactive touring event celebrates the release of Marina’s Marine Adventure — a picture book about this story is a celebration of sibling bonds, shared creativity, managing disappointment, and marine wonder. Discover more about the book.
The tour includes:
– A fun puppet show starring Marina, her big brother Troggg, and a plethora of sea creatures
– An optional hands-on marine-themed puppet craft activity
– A book sale and author signing session (for libraries and public venues)
Perfect for:
– Libraries
– Childcare, kindies, and school years including preps, year 1s and year 2s
– Community halls and centres
Why book the Marina’s Marine Adventure Tour?
– Flexible for any sized indoor venue
– Combines education, storytelling and craft
– A unique event that kids and families will love
Touring across Queensland and nationally in 2025. Enquire now for early bookings.
3. Larrikin Puppets Kids Comedy Puppet Show (Touring Edition)
Fun & Flexible Puppet Show | Ages 0–7 | For Schools & Families
Our most portable and affordable touring option, this crowd-favourite for ages 7 and under (including babies!) is perfect for early learning centres, small theatres, primary schools and international festivals looking for a high-quality, high-energy, high-fun performance with minimal tech needs.
Perfect for:
– Schools, kindies and childcare centres
– Libraries and smaller theatres
– Festivals, pubs, resorts, and cruise ships
Why book the Kids Comedy Puppet Show?
– Portable and relatively easy to bump in/out
– Highly interactive and hilarious
– Tailored for audiences of young children and their families
– Ideal for touring both Australia and overseas
Ready to tour now — with flexible packages and availability. Book now!
Keen To Add Larrikin Puppets To Your Program?
Larrikin Puppets offers tailored packages for theatre presenters, councils, arts organisations and schools. Whether you’re booking a full-scale theatrical event, a book launch with activities, or a delightful comedy show for little ones, we’d love to be part of your program.
Enquire now to bring the joy and wonder of puppetry to your community.
