Puppeteer. Performer. Playwright.

Who is Sean P. Mette?

For the past twenty years, Sean P. Mette and his puppetry has been creating lasting memories across the country as a professional puppeteer. Born and raised in Cincinnati, Sean began his professional career as a touring puppeteer and actor for Madcap Puppets and since then, he has performed with the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, the Know Theatre of Cincinnati, the Carnegie (Covington, KY) , OTRimprov, and for CET Public Television as a part in their Smartpath series. In 2018, Sean’s experience in puppetry allowed him to join as an adjunct faculty member at Capital University, teaching a course in puppetry. Sean’s all digital puppet show, Unintentional Significance, has won several awards including the 2022 Show of the Year Award from the Young-Howze Theatre Journal.

Outside of performing, Sean is a dynamic communications professional with 15+ years of expertise in public speaking and customer service. He is a proven leader with a track record of success across diverse environments, driven by the excitement of managing and bringing new projects to life, from concept to completion.

Current Projects & Recent Excitements!

What’s New with Mette Puppets?

Mette Puppets, in collaboration with Autumn Kaleidoscope, is currently in pre-production of a new show that will bring a forgotten piece of Cincinnati History to stage for the first time during the Spring/Summer 2026:
White Whale: The Forgotten Story of Cincinnati’s Beluga Whales

Additionally, Mette Puppets is developing a new Holiday Show for the 2026 Season that will be announced soon!

Learn more about Mette Puppets!

A Muppet Christmas Carol Film Screening with Live Musical Performance!

River City Puppets and Memorial Hall present
A Muppet Christmas Carol
Film Screening with Live Musical Performance

Experience the beloved holiday Muppets classic as you’ve never seen it before! As songs like “One More Sleep Til Christmas” and “Marley & Marley” begin in the film, a live cast of puppets and humans from River City Puppets will perform the songs live with piano accompaniment synced to the action on screen.

  • Saturday, December 13th - 2pm - Memorial Hall OTR

  • Saturday, December 13th - 7pm - Memorial Hall OTR

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