The Premier San Francisco
Bay Area Marionette Company
The Fratello Marionettes has produced timeless marionette shows since 1989. Puppeteer Kevin Menegus brings classic stories and vignettes to life through hand-crafted marionettes.
Events Schedule
Pierre’s Birthday Surprise
Chef Pierre hosts a dazzling variety show – with a special birthday surprise! Chef Pierre will present a special gift of a gold crown to the birthday celebrator, compliments of The Fratello Marionettes. Every performance is followed by the opportunity for the guest of honor to have a photo taken with their favorite puppet, plus a group shot with all the guests.
Peter & the Wolf
Our production of Peter and the Wolf is set to the majestic Prokofiev score, designed to introduce children to classical music and the individual instruments within an orchestra. Visit the forest home of Peter and his grandfather, listen to the debate between the bird and the duck, and see how the hunters capture the wolf. This production features a digital recording, or can be performed with a symphony and guest narrator.
Performance is free with paid admission to the museum.
Pierre’s Birthday Surprise
Chef Pierre hosts a dazzling variety show – with a special birthday surprise! Chef Pierre will present a special gift of a gold crown to the birthday celebrator, compliments of The Fratello Marionettes. Every performance is followed by the opportunity for the guest of honor to have a photo taken with their favorite puppet, plus a group shot with all the guests.
Aladdin
Using traditional music, intricate costumes, and dramatic staging, we present this magical tale adapted from “The 1,001 Arabian Nights” as it has never been seen before. Friendship and kindness triumph over evil as Aladdin discovers the magical lamp, frees and befriends the powerful genie, thwarts the evil sorcerer, and saves the kingdom.
Aladdin
Using traditional music, intricate costumes, and dramatic staging, we present this magical tale adapted from “The 1,001 Arabian Nights” as it has never been seen before. Friendship and kindness triumph over evil as Aladdin discovers the magical lamp, frees and befriends the powerful genie, thwarts the evil sorcerer, and saves the kingdom.
Performance held at the The Civic Hall - 1602 Esmeralda Ave. Minden, NV 89423
