In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre

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1500 E Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55407

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre, located in Minneapolis, MN, is a renowned theater known for its large-scale puppets and commitment to political activism. With a history dating back to 1973, the theater has played a vital role in cultivating the puppetry community in the Twin Cities and has brought talented puppeteers from around the world to Minneapolis. Through their diverse array of programs and performances, the theater aims to bring people together for the common good, using the power of puppet and mask performance to inspire joy, resilience, and wonder.

As a pioneering initiative, the theater also houses the Puppet and Mask Lending Library, which offers a premier collection of puppets and masks available for borrowing, free of charge. This enchanting collection serves as a vibrant resource for community events, school plays, personal celebrations, and civic engagements, providing a unique opportunity for individuals to explore the magic of storytelling and creative expression.

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4.58 reviews
Inman P.
7/6/2025

simply fabulous! we attended one of their free Saturday morning shows with our 4 children (ages 4-10) and they all enjoyed themselves. the best part is that they encourage the children to explore...

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Brian S.
1/25/2014

Try the Saturday morning shows and performances for kids. Very fun and great winter activity to cure Cabin Fever.

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Leah O.
3/12/2012

Good Minneapolis, take note- It is a credit to our city that a place like this exists. This is the brick-and-mortar building for the beautiful people who bring the Powderhorn neighborhood the...

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Jess L.
1/9/2010

I absolutely adore HOBT. I used to volunteer with them in college (about eight years ago, now...), and got to work closely with Circus Contraption when they came through town. I also did a lot...

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Granny K.
11/23/2013

This is a gem. If you live in the neighborhood go there often, and if you don't, pick a show and make the trip. Saturday mornings, they have a puppet show for kids (fall-early spring). (I think...

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