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​Step into the world of puppetry and bring your imagination to life!

​In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore the magical intersection of storytelling, craft, and performance. Through playful experimentation and guided instruction, you will design & build your own unique puppet characters, learn basic manipulation techniques, and collaborate with fellow artists to bring your creations to life.

We’ll cover:

      ​Cardboard puppet construction

      ​Mask making

      ​Overhead projector shadow puppetry

​Whether you’re a curious beginner or someone looking to expand your practice, this workshop offers a welcoming space for adults to play, build, and discover.

//​Schedule:

​11:00 AM – Introductions and creative drawing exercises to spark imagination

​12:00 PM – Puppet-building techniques & character creation

​1:30 PM – Lunch break

​2:00 PM - Continue crafting and begin collaborative storytelling

​4:30 PM – Informal showcase of our creations

​What to Bring: Comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting messy!

​No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity :)

//​About the facilitator

Leah Levine is a multidisciplinary artist and educator specializing in puppetry, sculpture, and performance. A graduate of Wesleyan University and the Glasgow School of Art, Leah has showcased her work in galleries, film, and theater, with performances at Dixon Place, La Mama, and the Jim Henson Carriage House, as well as fabrication contributions for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Netflix productions. As a 2023-2024 Object Movement Resident, she continues to explore conceptualization of self versus other, and the space between reality and imagination.