Los Soladitos

Based in Lakeland FL

We offer educational puppet shows for children and young hearts that feature a multitude of fun-loving puppet characters, a captivating production with artistic props, and human characters. Our professionally designed presentations are enhanced with lighting effects, black lights, and available technology when requested. Our themes consistently convey strong values to encourage audiences to grow and develop into better citizens. Our characters interact with the audience and deliver an educational message in a fun and fascinating way.

We also offer simple balloons sculpture, crafts, DJ for children, games, photo booth and more.

Shows in English and/or Spanish. We also travel outside Florida.

About Los Soldaditos

Los Soldaditos (Little Soldiers) is directed by José and Aileen Rodríguez.  For many years, they have worked with children, teens, and youth

José has over 35 years of experience as a puppeteer, in addition to his expertise in music, acting, directing,  writing, theater production, radio and television. He is the author of three books: “El Arte de los Títeres, Efectivo y Divertido” y “Libretos Cortos Grandes  Resultados Volumen 1y 2”.

Aileen was Children’s Church Director for 10 years.  Moreover, she worked as a preschool administrator. Additionally, she has experience in theater and music ministries.  Aileen performs as “Estrellita de Amor”, the human character of Los Soldaditos

José has a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from the University of Puerto Rico and Aileen majored in Business Administration at Purdue University in Indiana.  In 1996 both answered God’s calling to be full time children and family evangelists.

They have continuously updated their skills by participating in specialized trainings and workshops. Also, they have been instructors at local and international conferences for teachers of churches, private and governmental entities.

Their son AJ is now part of their cast as he is already trained as a puppeteer and light technician in their shows.

Television and Radio

For over 15 years, they have been puppeteers and script writers of “Payaso Remi” TV shows in Puerto Rico. In addition, they have produced short kid’s stories for radio stations with presenting situations that children face daily. They provide solutions based on the word of God. They also produce the radio show “Los Soldaditos Family Club”.  It is a variety show that helps improve the quality of life of children and families. The short stories and the radio show are available free of charge to broadcasters.