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The Elves and the Shoemaker

Clydebuilt Puppets' Elves and the Shoemaker is a fun adaption of Grimm's tale, with beautiful puppets and, of course, lots of lovely shoes!

The Elves and the Shoemaker

About The Elves and the Shoemaker

30th November 2025
11am & 2pm
Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre
8-10 Balcarres Avenue, Glasgow West End G12 0QF
£6.95 - £8.95
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One good turn deserves another. A poor shoemaker has only one pair of shoes left and not enough money to pay his rent. With the help of two mischievous Elves, he makes some unusual shoes that are very much appreciated and rewards the Elves in return. A fun adaption of this Grimm’s tale is retold with the help of beautiful Elf puppets, objects and of course, lots of lovely Shoes!

Also Craft Activity Colour-in and Cut-Out Puppets and Masks in our Cafe from 1pm before the show. Lots of designs to choose from, dinosaurs, dragons, rabbits, mermaids, Christmas... and much more, all materials provided £2.50 each or 3 for £6.00

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