Rolling Meadows, Illinois -
Puppet Opera in Focus

Our family went to the Puppet Opera Thanksgiving weekend, as we were in Chicago and on our way back home. Two kids and two adults, and we all enjoyed it. My only tip is that it is hard for kids to see if they are in the front row. Sit back a few rows and then be prepared to enjoy an amazing show unlike anything you have ever seen.

An extra bonus was a backstage tour after the show was over. We enjoyed Hansel and Gretel but I am sure any show they put on would be fabulous. If ever in the area again we would put this on our list of "must sees." [Kristi, 11/28/2011]

On our recent family visit to Chicago, my daughter and I attended a performance of Opera in Focus, and were mesmerized! It's a miniature Opera House where famous Operas are performed by incredible Puppets that look and move exactly like real people! It is completely amazing. Personally, I have never been too fond of Opera, but you will be surprised by how articulate and lifelike these puppets are. Your jaw will drop. The elaborate sets that the puppets perform in look exactly like real places. The attention to detail is astounding! The invisible puppet orchestra is conducted by an Arturo Toscanini look-alike, and the illusion of real opera is even further realized by puppet spectators viewing the performance from balconies. My daughter was also in awe of the performance, & has been begging to go back ever since, so it's also great for kids. [Ronald Brewster, 06/03/2003]