Norwich Puppet Theatre
St James, Whitefriars
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About Norwich Puppet Theatre
Watch magical performances come alive through traditional puppetry at this unique venue in historic Whitefriars, where hands-on workshops let families explore the enchanting art of puppet-making and stagecraft.
What's nearby
- Roys Post Office 250m away
- Roys of Magdalen Street 250m away
- Epic Studios 300m away
- Silver Road Post Office 400m away
- JLL Norwich Real Estate 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Very charming, volunteer run venue that now has regular comedy nights with some very well-known comedians performing. Recent shows had Rich Hall, Mark Thomas and Paul Foot.The support acts are al brilliant too. Amazing atmosphere with a friendly supportive crowd. It's perfect for live comedy and a very different vibe to other comedy clubs you find in the city.
· via Google
Fabulous place! Our 3 year olds loved the puppet show and keep talking about it. The venue is lovely. The staff, trustees, everyone we met was wonderful and helpful. Philip went above and beyond getting snacks for our hangry toddlers. We will definitely return again and again. Thank you so much!
· via Google
What a fantastic place with such wide variety of shows a very friendly staff Bill was so helpful to my disability and the shows I have been to have always been great especially open door theatre people so so funny!
· via Google
Great venue for intimate shows. Keep this unique venue alive by supporting it. Very basic bar but it does the job. Love coming here thank you ❤️
· via Google
Visitors say this theater offers a wide variety of shows, including puppet shows, comedy nights, and workshops, and features a well-stocked bar with reasonable prices. They also highlight the intimate atmosphere and the tiered seating, which provides great views for all. Guests mention the staff are friendly and helpful, making for a wonderful experience.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Saint James Court, Whitefriars, Norwich, NR3 1TN Get directions
- Category
- Cinema & Theatre
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (297 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 1-2 hours
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Norwich