Family Series

Performed by Kansas City Ballet's Second Company, Pinocchio tells the story of one little puppet's quest to become a real boy! At only an hour long, this narrated one-act production is a perfect introduction to ballet and theater for your little ones. Full of vibrant costumes and dazzling sets, come on a journey of discovery as our little wooden puppet friend heads out on one big adventure! 

What Is The Story?

Carved from a piece of animated wood by a toy maker who yearns for a son, a puppet named Pinocchio magically comes to life following a falling star and a heartfelt wish. However, Pinocchio is not the best-behaved of young puppets (his nose will certainly attest to that). The troublesome marionette, along with his opinionated conscience, Jiminy Cricket, embarks on a fantastical journey to discover his true self and to become what he has always wished to be - a real human boy.