1 July, 2022The Chorus & The Ensemble – Performance Workshop
In partnership with Spare Parts, this 5-day training workshop raised fundamental questions about collaboration — how to propose and not impose; to lead, yield and follow…
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1 June, 2022Thank you to all our Friends and Supporters!
Thank you to all our Friends and Supporters – we couldn’t do it without you! We always aspire to create uniquely Australian works that experiment with new ideas and push…
13 August, 2021Join us for Puppet-Tea at the Theatre this September!
In September everything will stop for tea, when Spare Parts Puppet Theatre hosts Puppet-Tea , a series of absolutely free ‘tea parties with the puppets’ for the ‘young at…
8 January, 2021SeeSaw Junior Review: “Sam is an amazing performer, and this show is excellent fun. If you need a laugh and a good message, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre’s Beanstalk is the best place to go!”
Beanstalk // SeeSaw Junior Review by Asha Grandage, age 8. “Sam is an amazing performer, and this show is excellent fun. If you need a laugh and a good message, Spare Par…
8 January, 2021SeeSaw Review: “My seven year old loved Longley’s re-interpretation of Jack and the Beanstalk.”
Beanstalk // SeeSaw Review by Rosalind Appleby “Very funny, very charming, this was obviously and audibly adored by the youngsters in the audience, but has plenty for gro…
2 December, 2020New DIY Puppet Make & Play Packs!
Introducing Spare Parts Puppet Theatre’s new DIY Puppet Make & Play Packs! We have created our first ever do-it-yourself puppet packs and are so excited to be launching t…
24 September, 2020Winners of Spare Parts Puppet Theatre and Healthway Go for 2&5 poster competition!
Congratulations to all of the winners of Spare Parts Puppet Theatre and Healthway Go for 2&5 poster competition! Western Australian children from Kindergarten to Year 10…
18 September, 2020Spare Parts Puppet Theatre launches new online workshop
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre launches new online workshop, making puppetry more accessible than ever Australia’s flagship puppetry company, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre are p…
27 August, 2020Spare Parts Puppet Theatre welcomes new Board Member
We are excited to announce that Lutfullah Ahmadi has joined the Spare Parts Puppet Theatre Board of Management. Lutfullah is a Master of Professional Engineering Student…
24 June, 2020Giving the puppets a hand
In the park opposite the Fremantle Railway Station is a building many have known since their childhood. Right at the gateway to Fremantle is an internationally acclaimed…
4 May, 2020Spare Parts Puppet Theatre wins award for Best Mainstage Production
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre has taken home the award for Best Mainstage Production for their interactive work On Our Beach written by Peta Murray and Directed by Philip Mi…
1 October, 2019Stage Whispers Review: “…it really is a show that will be appreciated by parents as much as their children, which makes this a particularly attractive holiday option for families.”
On Our Beach // Stage Whispers Review by Kimberley Shaw “…it really is a show that will be appreciated by parents as much as their children, which makes this a particular…
1 October, 2019
SeeSaw Magazine Junior Review: “Big kids, little kids and grown ups will all enjoy it.”
On Our Beach // Seesaw Magazine (Junior Review) Review by Isabel and Eddy Greentree (age 9) “Big kids, little kids and grown ups will all enjoy it.” Usually when you go t…
8 July, 2019Seesaw Magazine Review: “This was one of the best children’s theatre productions we’ve seen.”
Fox // Seesaw Magazine Review by Rosalind Appleby “This was one of the best children’s theatre productions we’ve seen.” “There are no words”, my 6 year old whispers, with…
4 September, 2018Introducing our incoming Producer
We are excited to announce the appointment of Hannah Rule, who will be continuing the tremendous work of our former Producer, Rebecca Nelson. Hannah has seven years of ar…
6 July, 2018We are looking for a Producer!
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is seeking a full-time Producer to join our small, dedicated team in Fremantle. The Producer works closely with the Executive Producer on the d…
31 May, 2018Help us raise $5000 before EOFY!
Help Spare Parts Puppet Theatre raise $5000 for our Schools Inclusion Program! Do you believe that every West Australian child should have the opportunity to engage with…
25 May, 2018String Symphony heads to Singapore!
STRING SYMPHONY HEADS TO SINGAPORE FOR FLIPSIDE FESTIVAL! We are delighted to be performing with our giant 4-metre puppet, String Symphony at Flipside, presented by Espla…
10 May, 2018APPLICATIONS CLOSE SOON: Two-week professional development opportunity
EXCLUSIVE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Special Guest Artists: Davy and Kristin McGuire, United Kingdom Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is offering a limited number of…
7 March, 2018String Symphony heads to Brisbane!
STRING SYMPHONY HEADS TO BRISBANE FOR COMMONWEALTH GAMES AND BLEACH* FESTIVAL! We are excited to announce that our large scale work, String Symphony will be heading over…
2 February, 2018Spare Parts Puppet Theatre Temporarily Closed
SPARE PARTS PUPPET THEATRE CLOSED FOR BUILDING MAINTENANCE Spare Parts Puppet Theatre will be temporarily closed to the public from February 2018 – April 2018 to carry ou…
10 November, 2017String Symphony at APAM in 2018!
STRING SYMPHONY HEADS TO BRISBANE IN 2018 Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is excited to announce that their large scale work, String Symphony has been selected as part of the…
4 October, 2017Behind-the-scenes: Rules of Summer Puppets
Rules of Summer // Designing the Puppets “This show is very much an experiential show, how we feel and experience emotions. Audiences can also experience a feast for the…
16 August, 2017Introducing our incoming Executive Producer
We are excited to announce the appointment of Natalie Bell, who will be continuing the tremendous work of our outgoing Executive Producer, Megan Roberts. Natalie is a spe…