Celebrating our 5th Decade!
Grumbling Gryphons Traveling Children's Theater (winner of the 2003 Connecticut Governor’s Arts Award) was founded in 1980 and celebrates 45 years of bringing quality performances and educational workshops to audiences throughout the world. Grumbling Gryphons is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Artistic Director - Leslie Elias
To find out more about our programs and repertoire please contact grumblinggryphons@gmail.com or call us at 860-672-0286 for bookings & schedule.
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Upcoming Summer Performances!
Friday, June 27, 11 am
Anansi, The Trickster Spider: A West African Folktale
Berkshire Botanical Garden, 5 West Stockbridge Road, Stockbridge, MA
Monday, July 7, 5 pm
Through the Rainbow & into the Stars: A Magical Theater Experience
The Danbury Library, Danbury, CT
Friday, July 11, 1 pm
St. George & The Dragon: A Medieval Fantasy & Celebration
Rumsey Hall School, 201 Romford Road, Washington, CT
Saturday, July 19, 2 pm
Theater Workshop - Leslie Elias, Actress, Storyteller & Drama Director
Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury, CT
Friday, August 1, 7 pm
45th Anniversary Celebration & Performance Gala!
Housatonic Valley Regional High School, Falls Village, CT
There is still time to register for Gala Theater Camp!
Friday, August 8, 2 pm
Anansi, The Trickster Spider: A West African Folktale
Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT
Mattatuck Camp is full, attend the final performance!
Saturday, August 16, 10 am | Workshop, 9am
Trickster Coyote Shares the Fire: A Native American Trickster Tale
Stissing Center for Arts & Culture, Pine Plains, NY
Grumbling Gryphons Theater is also engaged in many upcoming private performances!
Grumbling Gryphons Featured in The Lakeville Journal
Cornwall students take part in Grumbling Gryphons show | Jun 11, 2025
Read about our latest performance of The Ghost Net at Cornwall Consolidated School!
Ghost Net Testimonials
"We are so grateful for the collaboration and creative partnership with Grumbling Gryphons Traveling Children's Theater, whose production of The Ghost Net: An Environmental Musical of the Sea brought energy, passion, and purpose to our school community. This show engaged every student in grades K-8 in an unforgettable, immersive experience that celebrated marine life while delivering an urgent and timely environmental message."
- Leanne Maguire, Principal, Cornwall Consolidated School
Read our latest testimonials form the recent performance of The Ghost Net
"Leslie, I truly was delighted by The Ghost Net. I expected good but that really had me grinning and clapping the whole time."
- Gail Rothschild, Artist & Audience Member
Read our latest testimonials form the recent performance of The Ghost Net
"Grumbling Gryphons continues to impress me with each show that I see. Beautifully crafted costumes combined with skilled interactive acting, makes for a memorable and joyous experience for children and adults... Songs, hand motions and a chance to get up and participate will bring you and your child right into the play. You’ll leave the show humming the new songs you learned and marveling at how your child was so engaged throughout the show!"
- Tessa Winiarski, Parent, Anansi the Trickster Spider at Cornwall Child Center
"Thank you for the outstanding Grumbling Gryphons performance of The Ghost Net! We truly hope you and the cast felt the joy and appreciation from our students and staff. The message, the music, and the energy were all incredibly engaging, and it was clear how much effort went into every aspect of the production. You and your team were gracious, passionate, and a joy to work with throughout the entire visit!"
- Sherrod McNeill, Principal, Pumpkin Delight Elementary School
"Thank you and The Grumbling Gryphons Theater for celebrating NYE with Millbrook and delivering such a wonderful show. The story, the liveliness, and the vibrancy of it all—from the stunning costumes to the captivating instruments—were truly unforgettable. The intention and care you brought to the performance shone brightly, creating an experience that delighted audiences of all ages. Your ability to engage and inspire through theater is a gift, and we were fortunate to have you as part of our celebration."
- Michelle Del Valle, Millbrook Rotary Club Secretary & Former President
45th Anniversary Celebration & Performance Gala
Join us in celebrating our 45th anniversary!
Friday, August 1st at 7pm
Housatonic Valley Regional High School
Grumbling Gryphons Gear Up for Summer - read about our gala in the Lakeville Journal!
Gala Theater Camp 2025
Monday, July 28th - Friday, August 1st
2025 Summer Theater Camps!
There's still time to register for our Summer Camp Programs!
See more details on the Camp page »
Casting Call!
Summer jobs with the theater, click here for more info.
See all our Historical Highlights