Lightwire Theater's
Dino-Light
A larger-than-life electroluminescent light and puppet production
Presented by Manship Theatre
With Support From Charles Lamar Family Foundation
Dates and Times
Sun., April 11, 2:00 p.m.
Sunday Tickets: $20
School Day Matinees: Mon. April 12, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Monday Tickets: At this time, we are only accepting large group and field trip reservations. Please fill out the large group request form or check back soon for individual ticket sales for the Monday shows.
Genre: Larger-than-life theatrical puppet production and light show, kid-friendly
For Fans Of: Live theater, STEM, larger-than-life puppetry
Location: Manship Theatre
Parent and Teacher Note: The theatre will be completely dark to best experience the electroluminescent light and laser show.
About the Show
Step into a dazzling prehistoric adventure with Dino-Light, the groundbreaking glow-in-the-dark production from Lightwire Theater. Recipient of the prestigious Jim Henson Foundation Grant, this family-friendly performance tells the story of a friendly dinosaur brought to life by a scientist with magical powers. When the young dinosaur wanders away from home, he embarks on a journey through a luminous world filled with extraordinary creatures, discovering friendship, wonder, and the true meaning of love along the way.
Combining innovative puppetry, cutting-edge technology, and expressive dance, Dino-Light transforms the stage into a breathtaking landscape of glowing characters and vibrant imagination. With its captivating visuals and heartfelt story, this unforgettable theatrical experience delights audiences of all ages and inspires a sense of wonder long after the lights go down.
About Lightwire Theater
Based in New Orleans, Lightwire Theater is internationally acclaimed for its unique blend of theater, technology, music, and electroluminescent artistry. Founded by creators Ian Carney and Corbin Popp, the company brings imaginative stories to life through glowing characters, innovative puppetry, and dynamic movement performed in complete darkness. Their distinctive visual style has captivated audiences around the world and earned appearances on television programs including America’s Got Talent and Fake Off.
Since its founding, Lightwire Theater has created acclaimed productions that spark curiosity, creativity, and joy for audiences of all ages. By combining artistic storytelling with inventive engineering, the company continues to push the boundaries of live performance, creating theatrical experiences that are as inspiring as they are unforgettable.