playing a beast together

puppet theatre based on “The beast of Monsieur Racine” by Tomi Ungerer / Farrar, Strauss and Giroux

idea, puppets and performance: Michael Huber
artistic consultancy: Agnès Limbos, Peter Rinderknecht, Dominique Enz and Matthieu Rauchvarger

for family audiences (4 years and older)

Two children dress up as a strange creature and steal the wonderful pears from Mr Racine’s garden without being recognised. Contrary to expectations, however, Mr Racine befriends the strange troublemaker and an entertaining friendship develops. Finally, they travel to Paris together and experience a totally surprising climax there.

Premiere: 30./31. Mai 2026 Kulturhaus cheesmeyer Sissach