Every summer since 1956, Fairyland has been proud to host a world-class celebration of puppetry. This year, Fairyland is celebrating 75 years and Puppet Fair is a 2-day event, Aug 23-24. Fairyland is an important hub for the puppet community, and has been a training ground for many now famous puppeteers, including Frank Oz, Jerry Juhl (Muppets) Tony […]
July 19-20, 2025 Step into the world of tabletop puppetry with acclaimed puppeteer, Fred C. Riley III in an immersive and dynamic workshop designed for performers of all levels. This class offers a unique opportunity to learn the foundational techniques that bring puppets to life through the artistry of gravity, […]
Come and enjoy a meeting full of workshops and fun at Marin Theatre Company When: Sun., 3/16, 1-4:30 pmWhere: Marin Theatre Company (MTC) 397 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, https://www.marintheatre.org/ Agenda 2:00 Guild Social Meet & Greet PLUS Brief SF Bay Area Puppeteers Guild Meeting. 2 Workshops – (you can sign up […]
Join us for a Zoom meeting on Tuesday, February 6th at 7:00 PM to discuss the pros and cons. We’ll explain the benefits, responsibilities, and what this means for the guild’s future. Bring your questions and thoughts! Zoom meeting link in newsletter.
Join us Friday, February 28th via zoom at 6pm pacific for another Guild Show-and-Tell! There are 15 slots available for presenters. Each gets 3 minutes to share their project at any stage of completion. No project to share? No problem! Sign up to support your fellow guild members, ask questions and cheer […]
Sunday, October 27th, from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Avenue, Oakland. Free for Guild members; non-members must purchase tickets ($19 for adults).Members need to sign up for tickets by October 24th at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A44ACAE2AA7F49-51892280-free. Click on Sign Up, then Save & Continue to enter your name and email. Additional tickets for non-members can […]
Join us Friday, June 14th at 6:30pm Pacific for our next Open Studio Show-and-Tell! Signup now to receive the link to this virtual event. You are welcome to present or simply join the audience and offer feedback. Presenters may share their project (at any stage of completion) for three minutes. […]
Guild Meeting & Public Opening Program & ReceptionSaturday, May 18, 1-4:30 p.m.San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium, Lower Level, 100 Larkin Street, SF Ralph Chesse, Early Children’s Television Pioneer Born of Creole heritage in New Orleans in 1900, Chessé spent the bulk of his life as a working artist in […]
Mark your calendars and save the date! Saturday, February 17th for the Guild Holiday Party and Tabletop Workshop Location: Vallejo Naval and Historic Museum 734 Marin Street Vallejo, CA Access: Disability access to the event is easy from the North parking lot. Happy Holidays! We invite you, your friends and […]
Sat., Aug 26 Fairyland, Puppet Fair 10:00-4:30 Fairyland699 Bellevue Avenue, OaklandOakland, CA Your Guild has been participating in Puppet Fair at Fairyland since 1956! Join us for this action-packed day of puppet shows, a puppet exhibit and events, provided by Fairyland. Admission: Admission to Fairyland is free to Guild members […]
Would you like to learn how to make money on social media with puppets? Join us Friday, April 21st at 7pm via zoom for our Guild meeting with a special presentation by Grant Baccioco. Sign up at the link below to receive the meeting ID and passcode. See you there! […]
Guild Holiday Party – In February! Saturday, February 18 2-5pm, Featuring a performance of “Winnie the Witch” Black-light Puppet Spectacular by Art Grueneberger of Puppet Arts Theater Co. at 3:30pm Location: Poison Apple Productions 847 Arnold Dr. Martinez, CA 94553 Would you like to help with the set up/ raffle/ contribute […]
The SFBAPG is glad to invite you to spend an evening with Pam Severns! Monday, December 5th will be Pam Severns’ “Writing Puppetry Acts for Puppet Slams” Online Workshop via Zoom. Join the fun in this one-hour workshop with LA-based performer, Pam Severns. This workshop is perfect for […]
August Guild Meeting In Person at Fairyland’s Day of Puppetry! Sat., Aug 27th 9am – 5 pm At Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Avenue, Oakland, Fairyland’s “Day of Puppetry” is an annual event filled with a variety of joyful puppet shows, crafts, activities, and a display of Fairyland’s treasure trove of […]
Don’t miss this 1st “Live” Guild Meeting in a while. Spread the word & invite your friends. This will also be a hybrid Live/Zoom Meeting will be made available to guild members via email prior to the event. When: Sat., May 28th , 2 – 4:30, W here: John F. […]
