Le Theatre de Marionette

Le Theatre de Marionette is an award-winning Texas original dedicated to reviving the rare and beautiful art of marionette puppetry. For more than 30 years, this Dallas-based company has hand crafted every puppet it performs—now more than 800 unique characters—each built for precision, expression, and storytelling. Blending European-style marionette tradition with modern theatrical design, Le Theatre creates productions ranging from classic fairy tales to large-scale stage spectacles. Performances are presented either cabaret-style, with puppeteers visible onstage, or in traditional European bridge style, where performers operate from a raised platform behind a proscenium. Le Theatre de Marionette performs in theaters, festivals, theme parks, museums, and large venues, creating unique experiences that delight children and adults alike. The company has a permanent installation at the State Fair of Texas and performs regularly at Six Flags theme parks. Beyond entertainment, the company is deeply committed to preserving a nearly lost art form. Many programs include a pre-show that teaches audiences how marionettes are built and how they move, followed by post-show activities such as behind-the-scenes tours and hands-on demonstrations. Touring productions include The Wizard of Oz, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Winnie the Pooh. Photo by Stephanie Stark.