As the Volcano mentioned in October, PLOP - or the Performance Laboratory for Objects and Puppets - opened in late 2009, bringing the world of innovative puppetry and object theater to downtown Olympia. In a matter of months, PLOP, orchestrated by Dan Luce and Ariel Goldberger, has gained speed and pulled plenty of strings, captivating minds in the process. Friday and Saturday Luce will show off some of his mad puppet skills - a sight worth seeing if you haven't already.

PLOP

Friday, May 21, 8 p.m., all ages, $8-$12
Northern, 321 Fourth Ave., Olympia
northernolympia.org