The award-winning Tanglewood Marionettes will give a performance of “Sleeping Beauty” on Monday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. at Lee University. The puppet show will take place in Dixon Center on Lee’s campus in Cleveland, Tenn.
This retelling of the classic fairy tale will feature a painted storybook, as well as handcrafted marionettes brought to life by master puppeteers. The production will begin with a brief demonstration on the art of puppetry. The audience will learn about the different types of puppets.
“We are thrilled to welcome back Tanglewood Marionettes,” said Dr. Christine Williams, associate professor of theatre at Lee. “This is a great family-friendly experience and a terrific way to introduce children to the arts.”
The show is funded, in part, by a grant contract with the state of Tennessee through the Tennessee Arts Commission.
Tickets are $5 for all ages and will be available from 3 to 6 p.m. weekdays in the Communication Arts Building Box Office, or one hour before the performance at the Dixon Center Box Office. The box office may be reached by calling 423-614-8360 or emailing theatre@leeuniversity.edu.
For more information about the Tanglewood Marionettes, check the website www.tanglewoodmarionettes.com.