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Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre

Based in the West End of Glasgow, the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre comprises a theatre (80 seats), museum and education unit.

Scottish Mask And Puppet Centre

About Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre

8-10 Balcarres Avenue, Glasgow West End G12 0QF
01413396185
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It houses an extensive mask & puppet library & archive, permanent exhibition areas, cafe, film & FX unit, mask studio, marionette carving workshop, various production and design workshops, stores and an office complex.

SMPC operates a regular family Saturday Show programme between September - June accompanied by workshop and birthday party events. Schools, community groups and voluntary organisations visit on weekdays by appointment or the Centre provides outreach services to such groups. The Centre also offers two major touring exhibitions for hire to museums & galleries in the UK and Ireland - "The Magic of Masks & Puppets" and "Behind The Mask". Craft commissions and advisory and consultancy services are also provided to theatres, film, television and the creative industries.

SMPC’s children and family programme aims to introduce you to touring companies both national & international, which includes aspects of glove, rod, marionette, shadow, table-top and black light theatre. We also promote performances, using mask, mime, storytelling, music, magic and entertainment. We endeavour to give birthday mentions to all children if informed in advance.

Upcoming Events at Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre

Plain Bob

8th November 2025

Join Noisy Oyster at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre for an interactive audience adventure under Plain Bob's umbrella world!

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Dangerous Dave

9th November 2025

Dangerous Dave, infinitely more 'daft' than 'dangerous' and his ridiculous sidekick Herbert Lemon present some of the most mind bending silly stunts ever performed!

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Hansel & Gretal

15th November 2025

A classic tale told with glove puppets in the hands of puppeteer Clive Chandler with many years of experience in the art of raising smiles.

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Snow Queen

16th November 2025

Meet the Icy Snow Queen in a classic tale told with glove puppets in the hands of puppeteer Clive Chandler with many years of puppeteering experience!

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The Elves and the Shoemaker

30th November 2025

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

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The Magic Of Christmas

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 17th December 2025

Enjoy a fun filled festive magic show at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, which is suitable for all the family, with hilarious interaction, that will have you jingling all the way to Christmas!

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Jackie and the Beans Talk

13th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Jackie and the Beans Talk is a fun packed panto, followed by a sing-along of your favourite Christmas songs, coming to the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre this December!

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Oscar and the Highland Castle

25th January 2026

Mousetale Puppets return to The Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre on Sunday 25th January with Oscar and the Highland Castle!

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Love Magic

14th February 2026

The magic has worked and love is in the air especially for Valentine's Day at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre!

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Jack and the Beanstalk

15th February 2026

Clive Chandler returns to the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre with Jack and the Beanstalk... a fun puppet show delighting both children and adults alike!

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Pinocchio

16th February 2026

Join Clive Chandler at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre as he shares the adventures of Pinocchio this February!

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Monkey Business

17th February 2026

Guaranteed fun and laughter awaits at Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre with Gary Dunn and his cheeky sidekick Chico The Monkey!

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Little Bo Peep

28th February 2026

Featuring magnificent puppets, fantastic scenery and of course lots of music and singing don't miss Little Bo Peep at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre on February 28th!

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