Peter and The Wolf with The Puppet Co.

close up of peter and his grandfather marionette puppets Join Glen Echo’s beloved Puppet Co. in celebrating it’s 40th birthday at this magical outdoor reimagined performance of Peter and The Wolf. Peter and The Wolf is a fan favorite in the Puppet Co’s repertoire. Created nearly 70 years ago by The Puppet Co. founder, Christopher Piper’s father, with puppets handcrafted by Christopher, this delightful and updated version of this classic  folktale is sure to delight audiences of all ages.  Join us for this Puppet Co. Legacy favorite, with a new spin. This English and Russian bilingual production will incorporate the classic music in this two-person small marionette romp.

This event will be held at Ellsworth Urban Park on Thursday, August 10 and begins at 10:00 am. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and picnic blankets for viewing.

Sign Language Interpretation will be provided by Montgomery Park’s Program Access.

This event will be held at Ellsworth Urban Park

Frequently Asked Questions

Address:: 621 Ellsworth Drive Silver Spring, MD 20910
Parking:: There is free, limited parking in the on-site parking lot of Ellsworth Urban Park. Guests are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transportation.
Restrooms:: An ADA accessible portable restroom will be available at the event.
Accessibility:: This park is generally accessible according to the 2010 Standard ADA Guidelines. If you or a member of your party need further accessibility accommodations for this event, please contact the Montgomery Parks Program Access office.
Pets:: Pets are allowed at all Parks Playhouse Junior events, but must be kept on a leash while on park property.
Cost:: This event is free.
What to bring:: Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets for viewing. Come prepared for the summer weather with appropriate UV-protective accessories and a water bottle.
Additional Questions:: For additional questions, please contact the Montgomery Parks Public Information and Customer Service office at 301-495-2595 or email Info@MontgomeryParks.org.