paul mesner puppets

This dollrageous creation (yes, I just made up a new word) is non other than the one and only Lady Gaga - emerging from her egg, which just so happens to light up. She is by far our tallest and most glamorous doll, and I'm sure she has bigger hair than any actual person you've ever known. You've got to see her to believe her!

Gaga was birthed by the imaginative artists at Paul Mesner Puppets. Pictured here are Gabby (who dreamt her up and made her happen) and the venerable Mr. Mesner himself.



Paul Mesner Puppets, founded by Paul Mesner in 1987, has grown to be a collective of artists who collaborate to create their own puppets and puppet shows. The company inventively recreates stories, ancient and modern, in an authentic way and lets the audience experience what a puppet show should truly be. Productions are based on contemporary children's literature, fairy tales, folk tales, operas and original works. Every year, Paul Mesner Puppet shows are seen by 45,000 people throughout the Kansas City area and 100,000 viewers nationwide. It's an institution in my hometown of KC; hardly any kid grows up here without at least one wonderful Paul Mesner show tucked in his/her memory bank. I've even had the pleasure of attending a wedding that was officiated by Paul Mesner puppets!

Hilarious, entertaining, often outrageous and always innovative - Paul Mesner Puppets is a treasure. And I am thrilled to welcome this highly recognized and beloved Kansas City institution to the Doll Project.