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Lambert Puppet Theatre

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Aug 01, 2025 - Aug 02, 2025
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Lambert Puppet Theatre: A Legacy of Puppetry

Opened in 1972, Lambert Puppet Theatre in Monkstown, County Dublin, was a cherished venue for puppeteering and arts.

Founded by Eugene Lambert, it hosted an international puppet festival annually, showcasing innovative puppetry. The theatre was significant for producing children’s television series like Wanderly Wagon on Radio Telefís Éireann. After Eugene's passing, his son Liam managed the theatre. An arson attack in 2015 caused severe damage, costing over €150,000, but it briefly reopened that same year.

Unforgettable Highlights

  • 🎭 Annual Puppet Festival - A unique gathering for puppetry enthusiasts.
  • 📺 Children's TV Legacy - Home to popular series like Wanderly Wagon.
  • 🧚‍♂️ Christmas Shows - Notable performances that delighted families.

Though now closed, the Lambert Puppet Theatre offered insights into puppeteering arts accessible to families and historians alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Lambert Puppet Theatre

Family Legacy

The theatre was operated by the Lambert family for decades, emphasizing a family-oriented approach.

International Puppet Festival

The theatre hosted an annual festival attracting puppeteers from around the world.

Arson Incident

On August 28, 2015, the theatre suffered extensive damage from an arson attack.

Location

Clifton Ln.