In the Heart of the Beast

Plan your visit

HOBT moved into 2411 Hennepin Avenue in late 2025. Programs may occur there or at partner locations around Minneapolis, so check the event page carefully. The building has on-street parking, nearby bus routes, flexible seating for up to 60, and office access by doorbell during published hours.

Accessibility

The performance space provides wheelchair seating and an accessible single-stall restroom. HOBT offers ASL interpretation, audio description and touch tours on selected dates, language interpretation for some programs, headphones, and early entry by arrangement. A capital project continues to improve lift and sensory access.

About In the Heart of the Beast

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre is a Minneapolis–Saint Paul arts nonprofit centered on puppetry, masks, community creativity, and public participation. Its new Lowry Hill East home hosts performances, workshops, camps, artist gatherings, story times, and a free puppet lending library.

Venue policies

Venue check

Some programs are off site; use the location on the event listing.

Access dates

ASL, audio description, touch tours, and interpretation are offered on selected dates.

Restrooms

Restrooms are available to people of every gender identity and expression.

Strobes

HOBT works to avoid flashing lights and asks rental partners to disclose or refrain from strobes.