The Tales of Peter Rabbit (Revival!)

Gina Wilhelm Actress - The Tales of Peter Rabbit (Revival!)

WHAT: "The Tales of Peter Rabbit" performed by Thistle Theatre, a puppet theater for families.

WHERE/WHEN: Magnuson Park Theatre, 7110 62nd Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115, Bldg. 47,  April 26 and 27, 1 and 3 p.m.

Sunset Hill Community Club, 3003 NW 66th St, Seattle, WA 98117, May 3 and 4 at 1 and 3 p.m.

Bellevue Youth Theater, 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98008, May 17 and 18 at 2 and 4 p.m.

TICKET PRICE: $8 children and seniors, $10 adults

TO BUY TICKETS: Call 206-524-3388 or visit thistletheatre.org or http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456968 (Magnuson Park), http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/18357/event/456972 (Sunset Hill), http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456979 (Bellevue Youth Theater) or buy them at the door.

This week marks the opening of "The Tales of Peter Rabbit." This is the beautiful puppet show we presented in tour in Atlanta, Georgia, last September, now presented for our local audiences in Seattle!

This puppet play tells the stories of some of Beatrix Potter's most beloved characters. The main stories are those of Peter Rabbit and his cousin, Benjamin Bunny. It also includes Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and Mrs. Tittlemouse.

When Peter Rabbit goes adventuring in Mr. MacGregor's garden and loses his new jacket, how will he get it back?

I play Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, Benjamin Bunny, Flopsy Rabbit (Peter's sister), and a mouse without a name.

All voices and songs are performed live by me and fellow puppeteers Ben Burris and Heidi Persson. We use  a variety of puppet styles including Japanese Bunraku-style and rod puppets to tell and sing this British tale.

The script and songs were written by Jean Enticknap and V. Kay Pedersen. Jean also directed this lively production.

This show is recommended for ages 3 and up.

This play has scares and laughs, and bunnies galore! Don't miss our fun, beautiful show!

Gina Wilhelm Actress

The Tiger and the Dried Persimmon

Gina Wilhelm Actress - The Tiger and the Dried Persimmon

WHAT: "The Tiger and the Dried Persimmon," performed by Thistle Theatre, a puppet theater for families.

WHERE/WHEN:  Magnuson Park Theatre, 7110 62nd Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115, Bldg. 47,  March 1 and 2 at 1 and 3 p.m.

Bellevue Youth Theater, 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98008, March 8 and 9 at 2 and 4 p.m.

Sunset Hill Community Club, 3003 NW 66th St, Seattle, WA 98117, March 15 and 16 at 1 and 3 p.m.

TICKET PRICE: $8 children and seniors, $10 general admission.

TO BUY TICKETS: Call 206-524-3388 or visit thistletheatre.org or  http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456951 (Magnuson Park), http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456956 (Bellevue), http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456954 (Sunset Hill), or buy them at the door.


Thistle Theatre's winter/spring show has arrived. We present "The Tiger and the Dried Persimmon" at various locations throughout the Seattle area.

This is a retelling of a Korean folktale about a young tiger who goes down the mountain in search of food. When he hears a mother silence her daughter's crying with a kotgum (dried persimmon).

The naive tiger believes that a kotgum must be a very fearsome creature.  He runs into a superstitious thief, and hilarity ensues. 

I play a magpie, which is the voice of the common people in Korean folklore.  I also play the mother and the little girl as well as a butterfly, a turtle, some dragonflies, and two members of the village band.

All voices are performed live by me and fellow puppeteers Alex Cantrell and Zane Exactly. We use  a variety of puppet styles including Japanese Bunraku-style, shadow,  and rod puppets to tell and sing this traditional story.

All the live singing (there is some folk-singing to set scenes that was prerecorded) is done by me, and there is a delightful sequence where the tiger's imagination comes to life.

The show also features shadow puppets showing characters talking inside a house.  I do that, too. 

The script was written by Jean Enticknap with Hyeon-soog Chang and Andrew Kim. Jean also directed this lively production.

This show is recommended for ages 3 and up.

The shows at Magnuson Park Theatre shows are on March 1 and 2 at 1 and 3 p.m. The theater is in Magnuson Park in building 47. The address is 7110 62nd Ave NE in Seattle.

Performances at Bellevue Youth Theatre  are at 2 and 4 p.m. on March 8 and 9.  That address is 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98008.
 
Shows at Sunset Hill Community Club in Ballard are at 1 and 3 p.m. on  March 15 and 16. The address is 3003 NW 66th Street.

Don't miss our terrific show that tells a funny and lovely Korean folktale with puppets inspired by traditional art.

Gina Wilhelm Actress

Gabrielle Union

Gina Wilhelm Actress - Gabrielle Union

Congratulations to Gabrielle Union, who just got engaged to basketball player Dwyane Wade of the Miami Heat.

Wade posted to his Instagram and Twitter accounts, "She said YES!!!" It is the second marriage for both. 

Ms. Union is currently filming "Finally Famous." Another movie, "Think Like a Man Too" is in post-production, and she recently starred in the TV series "Being Mary Jane."  She has also been in "10 Things I Hate About You," "Bring it On," and "The Perfect Holiday."

Congratulations to the happy couple!

Gina Wilhelm Actress

Anchorman 2

Gina Wilhelm Actress - Anchorman 2

"Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" opens today, and I'm excited to see it.  Will Ferrell has been EVERYwhere in character as pompous newsman Ron Burgundy, never failing to entertain.

Is the hype worth it?  Will it live up to the original?  Have you seen it already? What did you think?

Gina Wilhelm Actress

The Pixie and the Grocer

Gina Wilhelm Actress - The Pixie and the Grocer

WHAT: "The Pixie and the Grocer," performed by Thistle Theatre, a puppet theater for families.

WHERE/WHEN:  Sunset Hill Community Club, 3003 NW 66th St, Seattle, WA 98117, December 7 and 8 at 1 and 3 p.m.

Bellevue Youth Theater, 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98008, December 21 and 22 at 2 and 4 p.m.

Magnuson Park Theatre, 7110 62nd Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115, Bldg. 47,  December 28 and 29 at 1 and 3 p.m.

TICKET PRICE: $8 children and seniors, $10 general admission.

TO BUY TICKETS: Call 206-524-3388 or visit thistletheatre.org or  http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456934 (Sunset Hill), http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456940 (Bellevue), http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456929 (Magnuson Park), or buy them at the door.

Thistle Theatre's holiday show has arrived. We present "The Pixie and the Grocer" at various locations throughout the Seattle area.

This is a retelling of a Hans Christian Andersen short story about a pixie who serves a chisler grocer and his wife. A new poet has moved into the grocer's garret, and from him, the pixie learns of the wonders of art and poetry.

Eventually the pixie must decide if he wants to live a comfortable life, or go the artist's way.

I play Mrs. Hansen, the grocer's wife; Mrs. Nielsen, a customer; and an enchanted lantern.

All voices and songs are performed live by me and fellow puppeteers Ben Burris and Zane Exactly. We use  a variety of puppet styles including Japanese Bunraku-style, shadow,  and rod puppets to tell and sing this take on this lesser-known fairy tale.

This play features one of Thistle Theatre's most popular songs (sung in part by me), "It's All About the Money," and a delightful sequence where inanimate objects are brought to life.

The show also features shadow puppets illustrating the poetry within the show.

The script and songs were written by Jean Enticknap and Sue Ennis. Jean also directed this lively production.

This show is recommended for ages 3 and up.

Shows at Sunset Hill Community Club in Ballard are at 1 and 3 p.m. on  December 7 and 8. The address is 3003 NW 66th Street.

Performances at Bellevue Youth Theatre  are at 2 and 4 p.m. on December 21 and 22.  That address is 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98008.

The shows are at Magnuson Park Theatre shows are on December 28 and 29 at 1 and 3 p.m. The theater is in Magnuson Park in building 47. The address is 7110 62nd Ave NE in Seattle.

Don't miss our terrific show that spreads the message of the importance of art and ideas of substance rather than material things, so important during the holiday season!

Gina Wilhelm Actress

Aesop's Fables

Gina Wilhelm Actress - Aesop's Fables

WHAT: "Aesop's Fables," performed by Thistle Theatre, a puppet theater for families.

WHERE/WHEN: Magnuson Park Theatre, 7110 62nd Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115, Bldg. 47, Oct. 13 at 1 and 3 p.m.

Bellevue Youth Theater, 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98008, Oct. 19, 20 at 2 and 4 p.m.

Sunset Hill Community Club, 3003 NW 66th St, Seattle, WA 98117, Oct. 28, 29 at 1 and 3 p.m.

TICKET PRICE: $8 children and seniors, $10 general admission.

TO BUY TICKETS: Call 206-524-3388 or visit thistletheatre.org or  http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456892 (Magnuson Park), http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456909 (Bellevue), http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ref/183572/event/456903 (Sunset Hill), or buy them at the door.

Thistle Theatre opens its 21st season!  For our first show, we present "Aesop's Fables at various locations throughout the Seattle area.

Aesop, the great fabulist of ancient Greece, presents three of his beloved stories to audiences: The Raven and the Swan, the Lion and the Mouse, and the Tortoise and the Hare

I play Argus, a friend of the Raven's. I also play the mouse (actually a jerboa) and the tortoise.

All voices and songs are performed live by me and fellow puppeteer and Ben Burris. We use  a variety of puppet styles including Japanese Bunraku-style, hand,  and rod puppets to tell and sing this take on these traditional tales.

The script and songs were written by Jean Enticknap and Sue Ennis. Jean also directed this lively production.

This show is recommended for ages 3 and up.

The shows are at Magnuson Park Theatre shows are on October 13 at 1 and 3 p.m. The theater is in Magnuson Park in building 47. The address is 7110 62nd Ave NE in Seattle.

Performances at Bellevue Youth Theatre  are at 2 and 4 p.m. on October 19 and 20.  That address is 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98008.

Shows at Sunset Hill Community Club in Ballard are at 1 and 3 p.m. on  October 26 and 27. The address is 3003 NW 66th Street.

Don't miss our terrific show!

Gina Wilhelm Actress

The Tales of Peter Rabbit

Gina Wilhelm Actress - The Tales of Peter Rabbit

WHAT: "The Tales of Peter Rabbit" performed by Thistle Theatre, a puppet theater for families.

WHERE/WHEN: The Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th, Atlanta, GA  30309, Wednesday through Sunday until September 22. Wed-Fri: 10am & 11:30am; Sat: 11am, 1pm & 3pm; Sun: 1pm & 3pm.

TICKET PRICE: $9.25 members, $16.50 general admission (Single show tickets include Create-A-Puppet workshop and museum admission).

TO BUY TICKETS: Write tickets@puppet.org, call 404.873.3391, fax 404.873.9907 (Ticket Office Hours Mon-Thurs: 9am-4:30pm, Fri-Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun: 12pm-5pm) or visit ticketsales.puppet.org, or buy them at the door.

This week marks the opening of "The Tales of Peter Rabbit" at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, Georgia.

This puppet play tells the stories of some of Beatrix Potter's most beloved characters. The main stories are those of Peter Rabbit and his cousin, Benjamin Bunny. It also includes Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and Mrs. Tittlemouse.

When Peter Rabbit goes adventuring in Mr. MacGregor's garden and loses his new jacket, how will he get it back?

I play Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, Benjamin Bunny, Flopsy Rabbit (Peter's sister), and a mouse without a name.

All voices and songs are performed live by me and fellow puppeteers Ben Burris and Heidi Persson. We use  a variety of puppet styles including Japanese Bunraku-style and rod puppets to tell and sing this British tale.

The script and songs were written by Jean Enticknap and V. Kay Pedersen. Jean also directed this lively production.

This show is recommended for ages 4 and up.

The shows are at the Center for Puppetry Arts at 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th, Atlanta, GA  30309.

Don't miss our fun popular holiday show!

Gina Wilhelm Actress