Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Synopsis

In a spell-kissed Alaskan forest, where silver mist drifts through cedar boughs and salmon shimmer like living jewels, a family of bears embarks on a journey of heart and understanding. Their world is stirred by a golden-haired wanderer, whose unexpected trespass blossoms into a lesson of respect, kindness, and forgiveness—guided in part by her watchful bald eagle companion and the wisdom of the wild itself. What begins in conflict unfolds into a shared purpose, where every creature, great or small, finds its voice in harmony.

On stage, hand-carved wooden marionettes bring this tale to life with enchanting rhymes, gleeful alliterations, and playful turns of phrase that both amuse and enlighten. The painted backdrop glows with the grandeur of Southeast Alaska—misty fjords, towering totems, and evergreen canopies glowing in magical color and authenticity.

This is more than a story—it is a living tapestry where imagination entwines with ecology, geography, biology, history, and the universal call for respect and justice. It is at once a fairytale and a reflection, reminding us that even in the wildest of forests, the most enduring magic is kindness.

Music

The magical melodies that flutter through this tale are gifts from the mischievous minstrel Adrian von Ziegler, spun from the twinkling treasures of his Celtic Collection. With a wink and a nod, these tunes frolic here by his kindly permission.

Length

45 minutes

Photos

The Making of Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Carving Goldilocks' Head

Bringing Goldilocks Altogether

Carving Mama and Papa Bear's Heads

Bringing Mama and Papa Bear Altogether

Carving Baby Bear's Head

Bringing Baby Bear Altogether

Carving Lady Baltimore's Head

Bringing Lady Baltimore Altogether

Bringing Southey the Mouthy Salmon Altogether

Creating the furniture for Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Recording Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Painting the Bears' House Interior-Lower Level

Painting the Bears' House Interior-Upper Level

Painting the Bears' House Exterior