Marquette, Michigan – October 29, 2015 – The City of Marquette and Marquette Downtown Development Authority will host a large-scale community outdoor performance of giant puppetry, percussion and theatrical dance. This year’s theme is Moonlight Mayhem. As the evening grows dark, the community is invited to join in processions throughout the city converging in the Marquette Commons at 112 S. Third St., Marquette, MI.
The procession will begin at 6:30 p.m. All costumed revelers are invited to join in the processions from their neighborhood locations, which are located at the Peter White Public Library, Mattson Harbor Park, Harlow Park and the Rock Street Parking Lot to walk to the Marquette Commons with the Spectacle cast.
The Halloween Spectacle will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Marquette Commons. The audience is invited to witness spooky puppets, dancing fire, musical performances, zombies from the grave, and much more. The rain date for this event will be Sunday, November 1, with the procession at 6:30 p.m. and the Halloween Spectacle at 7:00 p.m.
Film excerpts from the last two Halloween Spectacles, compiled by Nathan Meadows, will be on display at the Smallworks Gallery in the Marquette Arts and Culture Center Monday through Friday until October 30. The City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center is located in the lower level of the Peter White Public Library.
Volunteers are still needed for the Halloween Spectacle. Organizers are seeking individuals or groups to sell wristbands or assist with crowd control during the event. Performers who are interested in participating in the show by carrying puppets are also being sought. Those interested should contact Tiina Harris, City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center Director at (906) 228-0472 or tharris@mqtcty.org.
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