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Center for Puppetry Arts will show archival ‘Pete the Cat’ digitally

While shuttered amid the coronavirus outbreak, the Atlanta museum has pivoted to digital programming

Guide to the Center for Puppetry Arts The Center for Puppetry Arts has shared the magic of puppetry with Atlanta families since 1978. During its first season, the Center offered a puppet exhibition, shows and workshops for the community. The center's the Worlds of Puppetry Museum honors the legacy of Jim Henson, who created the classic puppet Kermit the Frog. The Jim Henson Collection is an interactive exhibition that walks visitors through the iconic locations from Henson's life and shows off his most f
By Courtney Kueppers
April 16, 2020

You can spend your Friday afternoon with the beloved character Pete the Cat. Atlanta’s Center for Puppetry Arts will show their archival “Pete the Cat” show for digital audiences.

Since the museum closed amid the coronavirus outbreak, they have quickly pivoted to digital programming, including livestreams and behind-the-scenes tours.

Friday's show will air at 1 p.m. and will feature a Q&A afterward with the puppeteers. Tickets are $10 or $8.50 for members. More information can be found here.

Last week, museum director Jill Nash Malool gave viewers on Facebook a personal tour of the center’s “Dark Crystal” exhibit.

Explore» RELATED: Center for Puppetry Arts is hosting livestream performances for free

If you missed the digital tour, you can tune in and learn more about the exhibit on the center's Facebook page.

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