Something to Crow About is the ORIGINAL Bob Baker Spectacular, originating in 1959 when the theater was just a glint in Bob Baker’s eye. Enter through our red barn doors to delight in this hour-long historic and revitalized show—the scope of a Broadway musical plus the wonderland touch of Hollywood. Welcome to Something to Crow About!

Meet Miss Clarissa, a glamorous hen who has retired from the theater. Instead of enjoying her golden years, to her chagrin, she is now laying eggs on a farm instead of Broadway. Her “faithful retainers,” Mama and Papa Goat, as well as a whole cast of farm friends from painter Pierre Rabbit to Scare Crow to lonely Petunia and her Onion chorus and so many more, prove that Clarissa may accept her social security checks with aplomb; secure in the thought that “Broadway is not all that glitters.” 

Something to Crow About is both a satirical comedy and a fantastic world of make-believe. Join us for a day on the farm with a whole host of marionettes who can’t wait to meet you! 

The Origins of Bob Baker Marionette Theater… And It’s Future, Too!

In 1959, Bob Baker created Something to Crow About for the Laguna Beach Festival of Art to the crowd’s delight.

It’s fully realized, beautiful barnyard sets and puppets alongside Bob’s immersive performance created a signature style for our shows when the theater opened in 1963. Bob worked with artists and puppeteers Alton Wood, Don Sahlin, Zoe Brooke, and Morton Haack - just to name a few- to create this visionary production.

In this legacy, we continue to celebrate and share puppetry, from this revitalized production to the creation of our first new show in 40 years, Choo Choo Revue (coming 2026). So strap on your overalls and spend the day on the farm with us! Stay tuned for special pop-ups and events throughout the season!

American Sign Language
Interpretation Offered
Sunday, March 2
1:30 PM

We are committed to making the arts accessible and proudly offer interpreted showtimes to ensure that all patrons can enjoy our performances. By providing sign language interpretation, we strive to create an inclusive and enriching experience for everyone who walks through our doors.

ASL interpretation by Leslie Earley will be provided on 3/2 at the 1:30 PM showtime. The marked ORANGE seats are designed for deaf and/or hearing impaired guests to best view ASL interpreters during these shows.

ZORTHIAN RANCH BENEFIT
FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 7:30 PM

Join BBMT for Something to Crow About and support Zorthian Ranch at the same time! On February 21st, 30% of all ticket sales from the night will directly benefit Zorthian Ranch as they rebuild their historic ranch and artist colony.

OCTAVIA’S BOOKSHELF BENEFIT & POP-UP
FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 7:30 PM

On March 14th, 30% of all ticket sales from our 7:30 PM showtime will be donated to the fantastic Octavia’s Bookshelf in Pasadena, which invites readers of all ages and backgrounds to explore their store of books written by BIPOC writers.

Octavia’s Bookshelf will be providing a bookstore pop-up in our lobby before and after the show, so get here when doors open to peruse their incredible selection of books and more!

We’re offering a sensory-friendly version of the Something to Crow About on Sunday, March 16th at 10:30 AM for guests who would prefer a show environment that includes modifications such as: