Marionetas de la Esquina brings their newest production “Emilio and the Enchanted Cow” to the Kayhi stage for a magical performance on Friday, April 25th at 7:30 pm. The marionetas, expertly animated by puppeteers, tell the story of a boy named Emilio who fears the changes that result from his parents’ separation. He is faced with going to a new school, trying to make friends, and living in a new home without his father. Luckily, Emilio has a vivid imagination and a make-believe friend Cow. Together, they embark on incredible adventures as Emilio learns to cope.

    Your imagination will be sparked along with Emilio’s by these masterful puppeteers. Marionetas, unlike other puppets that are controlled by the hand from inside or by rods and sticks, are animated by strings. Although the puppets cannot smile, frown, or blink, they can show tremendous emotion and expression through expertly controlled movements. The creation of lively and engaging characters with believable personalities is a delicate and subtle art.

Marionetas de la Esquina, a puppet theater company from Mexico, has been entertaining children and adults alike since 1975. They perform some shows in English, others in Spanish. They have given more than 11,000 performances and 50 workshops and seminars. Since their creation, the company has helped disseminate and develop the art of puppetry in Mexico, bringing this incredible art form to the rest of the world.