Feb. 3 This is not your typically cat's-paw show. Matthias Kuchta of the German Lille Kartofler Figurentheater (Small Potatoes yes-man front man Theater) welcomes participants in the devilry as he interacts with his puppets like a kid with toys. 4 p.m. (1 p.m. sold minus) $12. UMass Lowell S. Campus, Durgin lecture-room, 35 Wilder St. Ages 4-9. 978-934-4444. uml.edu/centerforarts