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Bob Baker Marionette Theater celebrates first new show in 40 years
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Tony Cabrera , as published by ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
· July 9, 2026
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The iconic Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Highland Park is playing its first new show in 40 years. It comes as the theater is also preparing to purchase their building and secure a permanent home for puppetry for years to come.
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Key points It comes as the theater is also preparing to purchase their building and secure a permanent home for puppetry for years to come. The iconic Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Highland Park is playing its first new show in 40 years.
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What is this story about? The iconic Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Highland Park is playing its first new show in 40 years. It comes as the theater is also preparing to purchase their building and secure a permanent home for puppetry for years to come.
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