Make your child’s big day unforgettable with a delightful live show featuring two classic tales brought to life with charming retro hand puppets!
45-minute program includes two 15-minute shows:
Andy and the Lion – A heartwarming retelling of the classic Androcles story, celebrating kindness, courage, and friendship.
Rumpelstiltskin – A lively and humorous take on the beloved fairy tale, exploring the consequences of greed and the importance of telling the truth.
Puppet playtime after the show:
We’ll hand out free finger puppet goodies for every child to take home!
Fun, interactive, screen-free — and no strings attached!
1 review
Charlotte G.
July 20, 2026We had a wonderful experience with Wayne's puppet show! It was a huge hit with both the children and the adults. The performance was engaging, entertaining, and kept everyone smiling from start to finish. The finger puppets at the end were an extra special touch that the kids absolutely loved. Wayne was incredibly professional, kind, and a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend him and would happily invite him back for another show!
Hired as: Puppet Show
Price range: $295
Languages: English, Muppet Talk
Gig length: 45 - 60 minutes
Unions: SAG-AFTRA
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
This is a one-person traveling puppet show with a quick & easy set-up. My puppet theatre is 6 feet tall x 4 feet wide. I can accommodate almost any space in your home or yard for your child's big day.
My 45-minute program includes two 15-minute shows:
Andy and the Lion – A heartwarming retelling of the classic Androcles story, celebrating kindness, courage, and gratitude.
Rumpelstiltskin – A lively and humorous take on the beloved fairy tale, exploring the consequences of greed.
After the show, a puppet will sing Happy Birthday to your special guest of honor, followed by playtime with free finger puppet goodies for every child to take home.
Interactive, screen-free, and filled with laughter, No Strings Puppet Productions delivers professional entertainment that brings families together, no strings attached. 😉
LIBRARY/CORPORATE SHOW:
Designed specifically for parties, community celebrations, and library programs, the show can be personalized to highlight your organization, theme, or special occasion, creating a memorable and meaningful experience for both children and parents.
Puppeteer/Actor Wayne Kneeland discovered his joy for theatre as a teenager when he formed “No Strings Puppet Productions” and performed his one-person shows at scores of birthday parties, corporate parties, art fairs and library events.
Wayne’s love for theatre brought him to Chicago’s Goodman School of Drama where he graduated and landed roles in iconic movies including 'Risky Business' and 'Uncle Buck'.
In Rhode Island, Wayne is known for his performances at 2nd Story Theatre and as the "The Toy Man" (former owner of the beloved Toy Shop in Bristol, RI).
Today, Wayne is excited to bring his brand of live puppet shows to your party and to inspire our next generation of artists.
Puppet theatre is 6 feet tall x 4 feet wide x 3 feet deep. No electricity required. Can accommodate almost any space in your home or yard.
Wednesday
Camp Event
10:00am - 11:00am
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Cambridge, MA
Wednesday
Camp Puppet Show
10:00am - 2:00pm
As a teenager, Wayne was influenced by his puppeteer mentors at the renowned Palo Alto Children's Theatre, and by Jim Henson's Muppets.
No equipment required, I've got it all.
Puppet Show
