Punch and Judy at Dukes Meadows

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Punch and Judy Puppet Show

See Water Play Area Page for Directions

Punch and Judy Puppet Show at Dukes Meadows paddling pool

Sunday 4th May 11am

As part of the Dukes Meadows ‘Summer Fun’ events programme, this Sunday there will be a magical Punch and Judy show by Konrad Fredericks at the paddling pool. This children’s event is open to all and free to attend.

Punch and Judy is an English tradition that dates back over three hundred years and is still tickling crowds today. Konrad Fredericks is a professional street Punch showman working mainly in Covent Garden, South Bank and principal cities within a two hour drive of London. He also performs across the world, most recently in Cuba. Konrad also makes and sells puppets and stages.

Over the years, he has developed a family friendly puppet show, ‘The Adventures of Mr Punch’ which is essentially interactive, and consists of comic and tragic events that happen to Mr Punch on the road. He recalls watching his first Punch and Judy show as a child on a beach in the South of England. “My show grows from that experience. I tune my swazzel to the sound I remember from that day.”

“My show is not text based. Over thousands of performances, under the harsh conditions of the street, I have been forced to develop communication techniques and 'tricks', unique to this profession and of ancient origin. I have to step away from my 'self ', no opinions, age, gender, no politics, Punch belongs to everyone.”

Come and experience the eternal magic of puppet theatre, presented by one of London’s most original street artists!

The Meadows Café will also be open for sandwiches, hot snacks and ice creams, and the weekly Farmers and Fine Foods Market is open as usual from 10am – 2pm.

Konrad’s website:

http://konrad.net1zen.com/