KARI KLEIN

Animatronic Performer

Puppeteer

Costume Performer

Movement Coach

Extensive experience performing for millions of people globally with some of the world's greatest entertainment companies in arena shows, theme parks, film and TV.

Puppetry Projects

Explore captivating performances showcasing artistry and character movement.

A person is performing a traditional puppet show using intricately designed shadow puppets. The puppeteer is wearing traditional attire and holds the puppets aloft in a dramatic pose. The setting is dimly lit, emphasizing the warm tones and intricate details of the puppets and backdrop.
A person is performing a traditional puppet show using intricately designed shadow puppets. The puppeteer is wearing traditional attire and holds the puppets aloft in a dramatic pose. The setting is dimly lit, emphasizing the warm tones and intricate details of the puppets and backdrop.
Performance Showcase

Experience a dynamic blend of puppetry, storytelling, and creativity.

A street performer operates a puppet show on a city sidewalk. The puppets are dressed in colorful clothing and appear to be musical band members, with instruments like a guitar and a drum. The performer stands beside a backdrop of a stone wall and a storefront with signs in the window.
A street performer operates a puppet show on a city sidewalk. The puppets are dressed in colorful clothing and appear to be musical band members, with instruments like a guitar and a drum. The performer stands beside a backdrop of a stone wall and a storefront with signs in the window.
Creative Collaborations

Engage with immersive projects that bridge imagination and reality through collaborative artistry.

Puppetry Expertise

With over 30 years of experience, I create immersive puppetry experiences that captivate audiences and bring stories to life through dynamic character movement and precision.

Mastering puppetry and storytelling.

Experience

Creative Performer

Kari Klein

1989 - Present

Dedicated performer specializing in puppetry, character movement, and audience engagement.

Artistic Collaborations

Various Projects

1995 - Present

Collaborating with artists to create memorable performances that bridge imagination and reality.

A traditional puppetry performance is taking place, featuring intricately cut and colored shadow puppets. Two performers are visible; one operates the puppets while the other appears to be assisting. The backdrop is adorned with beautifully detailed patterns, and the scene is illuminated with a warm, golden light.
A traditional puppetry performance is taking place, featuring intricately cut and colored shadow puppets. Two performers are visible; one operates the puppets while the other appears to be assisting. The backdrop is adorned with beautifully detailed patterns, and the scene is illuminated with a warm, golden light.

Bringing Imagination to Life

With over 30 years of expertise, Kari Klein captivates audiences through puppetry and character movement, crafting immersive experiences that bridge imagination and reality.

A person dressed in colorful, striped clothing is crouched behind a puppet stage, manipulating hand puppets including one dressed in a suit with a mustache. The stage is decorated with a banner displaying 'Big Shoe Puppets'. Multiple hula hoops are stacked in the background near a wooden building.
A person dressed in colorful, striped clothing is crouched behind a puppet stage, manipulating hand puppets including one dressed in a suit with a mustache. The stage is decorated with a banner displaying 'Big Shoe Puppets'. Multiple hula hoops are stacked in the background near a wooden building.
Absolutely mesmerizing and enchanting performance!

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Kari Klein

Puppeteer

Animatronic Performer

Movement Coach

KleinK74@gmail.com

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