This play tells the story of meek Jason, who finds an outlet for his anxiety after his father’s death—the Christian Puppet Ministry. Things get delightfully dark when Jason’s puppet, Tyrone, takes on an irreverent personality all his own. Jason’s relationships with the school bully, the girl next door, the town pastor and his mother are thrown into upheaval and the fragile nature of morality, faith and the ties that bind us is explored.

Theatre of the Republic, 335 Main St. Saturday, 7:30 p.m. $23. (843) 488-0821, theatreoftherepublic.com