Marionette making in person course

In Person Marionette Making  London Studio

 

Master the traditional art of marionette making in our fully equipped London studio. Over an immersive three-day workshop, you’ll design, assemble, and string a small marionette guided by expert tutors in a hands-on, creative environment.

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Course Highlights

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• Character design & sculpting: Start with sketches and develop a visually compelling puppet based on your creative vision

• Jointed body building: Learn to carve or sculpt heads and limbs, and build joint mechanisms for graceful movement

• Stringing & manipulation: Construct a classic control bar and master the art of marionette handling through expert tuition

• Performance preparation: Develop movement vocabulary and practice bringing your marionette to expressive life

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Pricing & Formats

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One-to-One Intensive3 full days£550 per person

Two-Person Tuition3 full days£750 total

Group Bookings (3+ people)3 daysEmail to enquire

• Private and duo sessions offer individual support tailored to your projects

• Group bookings available—contact us for customised rates and packages

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Schedule & Venue

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• Flexible booking: Arrange dates to suit your diary—from weekday to weekend options

• Metro-accessible London studio: Located just minutes from a Tube station in a purpose-built puppet-making space 

• Pro-grade tools and materials: Everything is provided, including carving tools, wood, control bars, strings, paints, and fabrics

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Who Will Benefit

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• Crafters serious about puppetry: Ideal for beginners and experienced makers alike

• Performers preparing for shows: Learn methods that support storytelling and stage use

• Small teams or creative pairs: Share the experience while receiving shared and focused instruction

• Creative professionals: Develop studio-level skills in marionette artistry

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Why Choose This Course

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• Small-group expertise: Personalized attention ensures skill-building and creative confidence

• Full creative autonomy: At the end of the course, you’ll leave with a fully functioning, artfully crafted marionette

• Studio atmosphere: Work in a professional yet supportive creative space, with full use of tools and instructor oversight

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How to Book

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1. Get in touch to confirm your course dates by emailing info@puppetsoup.com OR if you have flexible dates you can book now and pay now using the link below.

2. We’ll check availability and confirm your course dates.

3. If you have not already paid, please complete your booking by making payment within 24 hours of the course date confirmation email, using the button below.