July 14, 2026

Everything That Follows

LOCO7 DANCE PUPPET THEATRE COMPANY
| Puppet Festival 2026

November 19 – 23

[Program tbd]

Runtime: 60 minutes

an innovative dance-puppet experience that intertwines rod puppetry, marionettes, dance, acrobatics, and video to explore the deep connections between humans, animals, and the environment

This project delves into themes of interdependence, showcasing the beauty and fragility of the natural world. By fusing movement, puppetry, and visual art, we aim to reveal the intricate relationship between nature, the animal kingdom, and the human condition, highlighting the profound impact each has on the other.

Through our work, we seek to highlight the intricate relationship between the natural environment and its impact on the animal kingdom and human condition. Every aspect of our surroundings—from the air we breathe to the water we drink—plays a crucial role in shaping the lives of all creatures, including ourselves. By examining ecosystems, we reveal how biodiversity and environmental health directly influence animal behavior, migration patterns, and survival rates.

Credits

Created & Co-Directed by Federico Restrepo & Denise Greber

Choreography, Light, Set & Puppet Design: Federico Restrepo
Original Music: Juan Sebastian Monsalve
Musicians: Lina Silva and Juan Sebastian Monsalve
Costume Design by: Becky Hubert
Featuring: Federico Restrepo with Manuela Agudelo, Braulio Basilio, Maria Camia, and Ursula Tinoco.

The artist

Loco7 Dance Puppet Theatre Company
loco7.org

bio

Founded by Federico Restrepo in 1986, develops and promotes creative productions of theatre, puppetry, dance, visual arts, and music. We aim to be a collective where artistic expression and community meet, providing an environment of creative freedom for artists to explore and develop their artistic practice, and horn their skills. The undertaking of the ensemble deals with themes such as North and South American Culture and History, the Immigrants’ experience, and New York City Urban Life.

The 12th La MaMa Puppet Festival Fall 2026 is made possible by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, the Howard Gilman Foundation, The Jim Henson Foundation, and The Shubert Foundation. Additional support from Cheryl Henson is gratefully acknowledged.