Puppets To Go

PUPPETS TO GO was founded by Bob and his wife, Elise, in 1979. In addition to performing at schools, museums, theaters and libraries, he has performed at regional and national puppetry festivals throughout the United States.

Bob received his training in puppetry at the Gramercy Puppet Theatre in New York City with Lea Wallace, and at the National Theatre of Puppet Arts in Great Neck, New York, with Carol Fijan.

Bob uses music to help evoke a wide range of moods in each production. It is his strong writing background, however, that makes any PUPPETS TO GO show memorable. Stories may be amusing one moment... sensitive and touching the next.

Wherever he performs, Bob, along with his cast of unforgettable characters, educates the mind and entertains the imagination.

Professional Puppetry Affiliations:
Puppeteers of America, Inc.
UNIMA-USA (Union Internationale de la Marionnette)
The Puppetry Guild of Greater New York
Puppet Guild of South Florida
National Capital Puppetry Guild

After each performance, Bob Nathanson gives the audience a special "behind-the-scenes" glimpse into the world of puppetry. He demonstrates how the puppets were manipulated in the show the audience has just seen. He also shows how other types of puppets, such as hand, rod, marionette and shadow puppets are manipulated.

	THE LAST DINOSAUR A young boy accidentally activates a time machine in a natural history museum... and so begins a fascinating journey back through time. In this original, exciting story, the boy encounters all sorts of awesome dinosaurs. Age Level: K-5th grade, Family Recommended for: Museums, Theaters, Schools
	THE SPECTACULAR SEAS This original, black light show reveals that the oceans, along with the exotic creatures that inhabit them, must, indeed, be protected. Age Level: K-5th grade, Family Recommended for: Museums, Theaters, Schools
	THE FROG PRINCE In this enchanting, updated version of the classic fairy tale, Wanda the Witch casts a spell on the handsome prince, turning him into a frog. To break the spell, he now must be kissed by a beautiful princess. There are a few delightful surprises, too. Beautifully designed puppets and music, which will evoke a wide range of moods, enhance this production. Age Level: PreK-2nd grade, Family Recommended for: Libraries, Schoolsand Parties
	JEREMY'S JUNGLE ADVENTURE In this original adventure, a young boy and his father embark on a jungle safari. Jeremy befriends a lion cub and they each learn something about prejudice as well as each other. This is a touching story of friendship. Age Level: PreK-2nd grade, Family Also recommended for: Schools, Librariesand Parties
	LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD An all-new twist on an all-time favorite. In this updated version, the Wolf and Red both learn some valuable lessons on the way to Grandma's house. Exciting ...educational. Age Level: PreK-2nd grade, Family Recommended for: Theaters, Libraries, Schoolsand Parties
	THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE Televised coverage modernizes this Aesop's fable about a great race between a loveable tortoise and an arrogant hare. In addition to the moral that perseverance prevails, good nutrition and exercise are stressed. Age Level: PreK-2nd grade, Family Recommended for: Libraries, Schoolsand Parties
	DOODLES THE CLOWN This is an enchanting story about a lonely clown who builds his own dog. Adventure abounds: an attempted dog-napping, a chase and a dramatic rescue! Self-esteem, courage and friendship are central themes in this original upbeat show. Age Level: PreK-2nd grade, Family Recommended for: Libraries, Schoolsand Parties