Puppet slam at The Magnetic Field promises eclectic fun

Jason Sandford

Jason Sandford is a reporter, writer, blogger and photographer interested in all things Asheville.

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From Jon Rich and the Asheville Citizen-Times:

ASHEVILLE — The Muppets once took Manhattan, and this weekend some strictly more adult descendants will invade the River Arts District’s Magnetic Field on behalf of the Asheville Puppetry Alliance for “Wham! Bam! Puppet Slam!”

“A puppet slam is an open forum variety show format,” explained Valerie Meiss, local puppeteer and show co-organizer. “Some acts may be accessible for all audiences, but others may be edgier, possibly offensive to certain crowds.

Tickets: $10 advance, $12 door. Visit www.themagneticfield.com or call 257-4003.

“Pieces vary from straight-up comedy to dark humor to the surreal and avant-garde. Each piece is under 10 minutes, which is prerequisite for the variety atmosphere. I think a mature enough 16-year-old would love the show, but the 18-plus+ disclaimer explains to potential audiences that the humor and themes conveyed in this show are for adults.” 

What: Wham! Bam! Puppet Slam! 

When: 7 and 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday. 

Where: The Magnetic Field, 372 Depot St.