Think pink! This summer, fans of classic animation and timeless comedy are invited to a special one-night-only celebration of The Pink Panther on Saturday, July 18, presented by Saturday Morning Cartoons United™ at the Bob Baker Marionette Theater.

The evening will honor the enduring legacy of The Pink Panther with a playful, nostalgia-filled program featuring screening highlights, special guests, and a lively panel discussion celebrating the character’s impact on animation, design, and comedy.

Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show beginning at 7:30 PM. Guests will enjoy a curated evening of animation appreciation, including a special pre-show selection of animated shorts by Mike Hollingsworth, Matt Partridge, and Jared Hall, followed by a screening of classic Pink Panther cartoons.

The panel will feature industry voices including Larry Mirisch (The Pink Panther, producer), Emmy-winning art director and producer Alex Kirwan, and animation director Eddie Trigueros, and will be moderated by animation historian Jerry Beck.

Adding to the whimsical atmosphere, the evening will also feature a special appearance by the Bob Baker Marionettes, blending classic animation sensibility with live theatrical puppetry in a uniquely Los Angeles experience.

The event celebrates the legacy, elegance, and mischievous charm of The Pink Panther, while supporting Saturday Morning Cartoons United, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preserving animation history and uplifting the creative arts community. Saturday Morning Cartoons United recently partnered with the Silverlake Shorts program to provide grants to emerging young filmmakers. A portion of all proceeds will go toward these ongoing initiatives.

The celebration will take place at the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, located at 4949 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042, and will run from 7:30 PM to approximately 9:00 PM.

Tickets are available through the Bob Baker Marionette Theater website at bobbakermarionettetheater.com.