Arm's Length Puppets has been performing interactive puppet shows since 1998. Arm's Length Puppets has performed many shows for children's parties, corporate parties, schools, workshops or variety shows.

Cathy Lee Keogh Hammond performs all shows for children and adults of all ages. There are shows for large and small audiences and everyone gets involved. Each show holds a unique message for the audience. Everyone meets the puppets after the show.

"A must see performance for all ages, Cathy Lee's versatile ability is captivating and funny". Quality entertainment at affordable prices performed with a big heart and a sense of humour.

Puppetry Workshops for Schools

Each workshop teaches students the basic skills of puppet making and storytelling – using engaging materials and simple techniques Workshops. We also:

- Create an imaginative and entertaining environment for children to work together
- Provide visual learning tools through the use of puppets
- Explore the development and creative process through puppet making and design
- Build problem-solving skills through the telling of stories with puppets
- Provide a sense of accomplishment for each child involved

Let's Put on a Puppet Show!

Puppet Shows for Schools

Puppet shows are unique, engaging and tell detailed stories that help teach children some of the most important life lessons. But most importantly – they’re FUN!

The Spider Prince
Prince Harry, who discovers Mizard the Wizard's greediness for the king's gold, is transformed into a spider and depends on Princess Margaret and the children in the audience to save him. Team building, family values and self-confidence are the main focus in this story. This show is interactive and performed with four marionette (string) puppets and a few surprises. It is 45 minutes plus 15 minutes for questions.

The Loathsome Dragon
A king and his lovely daughter are very close. Then, the King falls in love with a beautiful but wicked enchantress who, in a jealous rage, turns the princess into a dragon. A good wizard saves the princess and the enchantress learns that the price of greed is not worth losing out on having a family. This is a tale of familial devotion. Performed with five marionette puppets, this show is 45 minutes plus 15 minutes for questions.

Why the Sea is Salt
Two brothers (one rich and one poor) learn valuable lessons about jealousy, greed, family and sharing. It is a tale of how a poor brother becomes rich because of a good heart and how a rich brother’s greed ends up costing him his life all because of a magic mill. This story is simple and delightful with a powerful message. This show uses hand and rod puppets. It is 45 minutes plus 15 minutes for questions.

Dandy Lion
Dandy Lion, who should be king, was born with dandelions in his mane. But, he refuses to be bullied by the other jungle animals because he is different. Even when they laugh and ask how he can be king with dandelions in his hair, Dandy Lion finds a way to turn the unruly jungle crowd into his friends. This story is about winning friends, overcoming bullies with words and kindness, and being self-confident even when you feel alone and different. This interactive show is performed with over 10 rod puppets. It is 50 minutes plus 10 minutes for questions.

Length of shows: 60 minutes including questions

Number of students per show: 120 maximum

Ages: JK to Grade 7 (ages 4-12)

Contact: Cathy Lee Keogh Hammond. Shows subject to change without notice.