Puppetry, theatre, music and magic
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Archive
Browse through our previous retired work below...
The Squid and the Sea
What happens when you’re on holiday and a mischievous cephalopod washes up on the beach? ‘The Squid and the Sea’ will take you from eating calamari on the sands, to discovering hidden wonders of the ocean depths. Featuring a unique 16-foot giant squid puppet made by Judith Hope, music by Hannabiell Sanders, and direction from Kathleen Yore, Tatwood Puppets' interactive, tentacle-filled clown and movement piece is sure to make a big splash at your next event.
They’re all around us but we cannot see them. Come and discover the extraordinary world of microbes – the invisible organisms that shape our planet.
Join your larger-than-life tour guide Brenda and friendly and forgetful lab assistant Charles as they unearth miniature monsters and curious creatures in hidden worlds much closer than you might think.
A visual theatre experience for both adults and children that features puppetry, shadow theatre and an original score, Microbodyssey is an unforgettable journey into the microscope that makes science captivating and fun.
Praise for Microbodyssey:
★★★★
"Accessible and entertaining"
The Wee Review
"Highly recommended!"
Primary Times Edinburgh
Apterous: The Flightless Dragon
A touching marionette and shadow fantasy for all ages with an original score
A tale of companionship, tough decisions and freedom, Apterous: The Flightless Dragon entrances children through beautiful visuals and touches the hearts of adults with it's truthful themes. Featuring a visceral original score, unique marionettes and beautiful shadow puppetry, Tatwood Puppets transports you to a land of giants and dragons where human relationships are exposed.
Klezmer Monster Circus
A interactive dancing mushroom man accompanied by live klezmer music
A marching walkabout like no other! A surreal mushroom man follows a trio of mysterious klezmer musicians on their nomadic travels, inviting passers by to join in with his epic dance moves wisdom.