In this story, the central character, the “Big Bad Wolf,” is given a mission by the “Three Blind Fairy God Mice” to travel into these stories to go from the big bad villain to the “Big Good Wolf.” In his first go-around at redemption the Big Bad Wolf fails miserably, however, with guidance from the Fairy God Mice and the audience, the Big Bad Wolf finally redeems himself and is granted permission to rejoin the beloved fables as the Big Good Wolf. Written by Jeff Borkin, a multiple Emmy-nominated children's TV writer, the production features original music and marionettes handcrafted by master puppet maker Addis Williams, directed by Bruce Cannon.
Show times for Three running January 12, 2010 – June 25, 2010 are: Tuesday through Friday: 10:30am and 12:00pm, with an additional performance at 2:30pm each Wednesday; and Saturday and Sunday at 1:00pm.
Performance times are subject to change. Please call for availability.
RESERVATIONS
Reservations are required. Tickets are $8/adults, $5/children. Group rates are available for schools and non-profit groups. For reservations, group rates, and information on private birthday parties, please call 212-988-9093.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
The Cottage features a unique party room adjacent to the theater that comes equipped with child-size furniture, making it an ideal spot to host your child's next birthday party. The Theatre holds up to 100 people and the party room provides seating for up to 30 children.
ABOUT THE COTTAGE
The Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre was imported to the U.S. in 1876 as Sweden’s exhibit for the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. The enchanting Swedish architecture and craftsmanship of the structure, suggestive of a model schoolhouse, caught the eye of Fredrick Law Olmsted, who brought it to Central Park in 1877.
Beginning in 1947, the Cottage served as the home of a marionette theater troupe that traveled across the city performing on playgrounds and school auditoriums. Under the direction of City Parks Foundation, citywide puppet shows in parks continue to this day through the CityParks PuppetMobile.
In 1973 a permanent theater was constructed inside the Cottage, precisely designed for marionette performances. Since then, hundreds of thousands of children and families from around the world have enjoyed its original marionette productions. The Theatre’s productions are based on classic fairy tales and offer an enriching theatrical and educational experience for children ages 3-9. The Cottage is a member of the Historic House Trust of New York City.
DIRECTIONS
The Swedish Cottage is located in Central Park at 79th Street and the West Drive, just south of the Delacorte Theater. For walking directions, please click here.
By Subway: B or C train to 81st St & Central Park West or 6 train to 77th St & Lexington Avenue, entering the park at Fifth Avenue and heading west. To download a map in PDF format, click here.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Soundtrack CD's are on sale at the Cottage - please call directly for information or to purchase 212.988.9093.
Click here to view an NYC TV episode about the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre.
In addition to works presented at the Cottage, City Parks Foundation offers a traveling puppet show, CityParks PuppetMobile, the oldest continually operating company of its kind in the country, which presents free performances and puppet-making workshops in neighborhood parks, recreation centers and schools throughout New York City.