puppet show

noun

1. an entertainment, as a play or musical revue, in which the performers are puppets.

Word History and Origins

Origin of puppet show¹

First recorded in 1640–50

Example Sentences

That same "uninteresting" persona was even lampooned by notorious ITV puppet show Spitting Image - a dubious honour usually reserved for heads of state, top ranking politicians and Hollywood celebrities.

From BBC

They’re valuable corporate I.P., pitching products, starring in movies and reality shows and lending their images to puppet shows and holiday ice pageants.

From New York Times

“After any puppet show, the puppeteers in the audience immediately get up out of their seats and storm the stage,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

You might not have noticed it in the live-action scenes, but the dioramic sets on which Dot’s puppet show was filmed make everything larger than life.

From Salon

The Kroffts said they came from a line of puppeteers, and Sid, who as a child traveled the world performing an elaborate puppet show, was usually the creative force behind the partnership.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• puppetry