Is this event suitable for toddlers?

While children of all ages are welcome, the performance features large puppets, loud music, and dramatic themes that might scare very young toddlers. Children ages four and up typically get the most out of the experience.

Where should I park for the Forest Theatre?

Street parking is available along Boundary Street and Park Place, but it fills up quickly. Your best bet is to use the UNC campus parking decks, such as the Park Library deck, and walk over to the theater.

Can we bring food into the theater?

Yes, you can bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Packing a picnic to eat on the stone bleachers before the show starts is a great way to keep kids happy while you wait.

The Wild Wisdom of the World | Paperhand Puppet Project

Name: The Wild Wisdom of the World | Paperhand Puppet Project
Start: 2026-09-13T22:15:00.000Z
End: 2026-09-14T00:30:00.000Z
Location: Forest Theatre

“Bring thick seat cushions or stadium chairs to soften the hard stone seats.”

When

Tomorrow

Sun, Sep 13, 2026

6:15 PM - 8:30 PM

Where

Forest Theatre

Chapel Hill, NC

Ages

Check ages with the venue

Price

$25 Adults | $15 Ages 4-14 | $20 Seniors & Students

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The Wild Wisdom of the World is an outdoor giant puppet performance by the Paperhand Puppet Intervention that uses large-scale papier-mache figures, stilts, and live music to tell stories about the natural world. This performance takes place at the historic Forest Theatre on the UNC campus, which features stone terraced seating. Tickets are twenty-five dollars for adults and fifteen dollars for children ages four to fourteen, while kids three and under can attend for free. Because the stone seating can get uncomfortable during the long show, you will want to pack seat cushions, blankets, and plenty of water and snacks for your kids. Parking near the theater is limited, so plan to arrive early to find a spot in the nearby campus decks or along Boundary Street. This show makes a fantastic weekend outing because it combines visual art, theater, and the beauty of a shaded woodland stage. It is a local summer tradition that keeps children captivated with its massive, colorful creatures while offering parents a peaceful afternoon under the trees.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event suitable for toddlers?: While children of all ages are welcome, the performance features large puppets, loud music, and dramatic themes that might scare very young toddlers. Children ages four and up typically get the most out of the experience.
Where should I park for the Forest Theatre?: Street parking is available along Boundary Street and Park Place, but it fills up quickly. Your best bet is to use the UNC campus parking decks, such as the Park Library deck, and walk over to the theater.
Can we bring food into the theater?: Yes, you can bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Packing a picnic to eat on the stone bleachers before the show starts is a great way to keep kids happy while you wait.

Last updated August 4, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Schedule

The Wild Wisdom of the World | Paperhand Puppet Project runs Sun, Sep 13, 2026, 6:15 PM - 8:30 PM. It repeats recurring.

Getting There

Forest Theatre is at 123 S. Boundary St, Chapel Hill, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

Tickets or entry money — admission is $25 Adults | $15 Ages 4-14 | $20 Seniors & Students

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