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Bessie’s Big Shot

bessies big shot swedish marionette theatre

April 24, 11:00 amMay 25, 12:00 pm

Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre

Central Park at W 79th Street & West Drive

New York NY

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🎟 $15, $10/ages 1.5-12 years, free/under 18 months

Suggested Ages: 2 to 9

See a fun and high-flying, family-friendly adventure at the historic, cozy Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre. Marionettes and music tell the story of Bessie the cow, who dreams of joining the circus. But can she lift more than Ziegfried, the strongest man in the world? Fly on the trapeze high above the crowd? Come root Bessie on in this variety show as she attempts the impossible and searches for her special talents. See the show

Unassigned seating on benches in a small theater (grown-ups are encouraged to sit in the back). Stroller parking available in the lobby. Near the lovely Shakespeare Garden.

Thu-Sun 11 am & 1 pm




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