Join Duke Ellington and his cat on a jazz adventure at the Center for Puppetry Arts

Get ready to tap your feet and swing to the beat — now through March 12, the inspiring musical extravaganza, “Duke Ellington’s Cat,” is back on stage at the Center for Puppetry Arts for the first time since its previous run in 2008!

Written and directed by Jon Ludwig, artistic director at the Center, this lyrical journey takes you through the life and times of the one and only Duke Ellington, the musical giant who rocked America from the Roaring Twenties to the Civil Rights Movement.

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“Duke Ellington is an American musical visionary whose work was a powerful influence on America music and culture,” Ludwig said in a press release. “His story was also one of defying stereotypes and overcoming societal barriers to realize his dreams. By telling his story through the eyes of his pet Cat, Ellington’s life becomes a fun, musical, educational adventure for our audiences. We hope it’s an inspirational celebration of Ellington’s life and legacy.”

This show is a visual feast featuring rod puppetry, shadow play, black light magic, and stop-motion animation that will mesmerize you from start to finish. Follow Cat on his wild ride with Duke, from smoky pool halls to sold-out concerts. But when trouble strikes before Duke’s performance for the Queen of England, Cat sets out on a mission to save the day and retrieve the missing musical score. Join Cat on this adrenaline adventure and discover what it takes to be a real jazz hero!

Get in on the action with an all-inclusive Center ticket! You’ll see “Duke Ellington’s Cat” and have access to the Worlds of Puppetry Museum, including special exhibitions. Plus, kids can build their own Cool Cat Ultraviolet Puppet inspired by a character from the show. Prices range from $15-$22. For a more VIP experience, upgrade to front-section seating with a VIP ticket. More information can be found at puppet.org.

Center for Puppetry Arts

Location: Midtown - 1404 Spring St NW; Contact: 404-873-3391; Website: puppet.org