About This Production

Atieno with a Red Hood is a vibrant and adventurous puppet storytelling show that takes audiences on a thrilling journey with a brave young girl, Atieno, as she prepares to visit her beloved Grandma Gigi in Western Kenya. The story kicks off with Atieno packing her bag at Mama Atieno’s house, facing humorous challenges, making brave decisions, and sharing heartfelt moments with her family. From there, she sets off on a lively matatu journey across Kenya, passing through iconic towns and landmarks, before navigating Kakamega Forest on a boda boda. Along her exciting route, Atieno meets a cast of colorful animal puppets and characters, including Fisi, the mischievous wolf puppet, who tries to catch her. Through quick thinking, courage, and a sprinkle of magic, Atieno overcomes numerous obstacles, outsmarts Fisi, and finally reaches her Grandma Gigi’s warm home. The show celebrates themes of adventure, bravery, and kindness, emphasizing the importance of staying smart and resilient. It is highly interactive, featuring a special tree planting segment where the host uses magic tricks and illustrations to teach children how to plant trees, encouraging environmental awareness and participation. Atieno with a Red Hood is a fun, engaging, and educational puppet performance that inspires young audiences to be brave, caring, and environmentally conscious.