Mastering Marionettes with Mirek

​Join Mirek Trejtnar, author of Puppet Technology, in this comprehensive 6-month course that draws from the rich tradition of Czech marionettes. Learn to design and carve marionettes with exceptional craftsmanship, high-quality joints and controllers. Get step-by-step guidance, live consultations, and access to a supportive community of passionate puppeteers. Enhance your skills and bring your marionette creations to life. What will you learn? You will learn to create a marionette through every essential step: from initial design and technical drawing to joint construction, carving, assembly, and stringing. Drawing from our recently published book, Puppet Technology, you’ll explore the methods used by professional Czech puppet artists, gaining insights into their intricate craftsmanship and expressive qualities. In the end, you'll have your own marionette of the highest technical and artistic quality. Who will be teaching? Meet Mirek Trejtnar, a renowned Czech puppet master, woodcarver, toy-maker, sculptor, and the founder and director of Puppets in Prague. With over 40 years of experience in carving puppets, Mirek has also dedicated himself to teaching, guiding thousands of students in creating professional-quality marionettes both in his workshop and online. In 2024, he compiled his extensive expertise into the book Puppet Technology: Wire and String Marionettes. Holding an MFA in puppet design from the prestigious Prague Theatre Academy—unique for offering a graduate degree specifically in puppet design—Mirek brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for the art form. His dedication to craftsmanship makes him an inspiring mentor for students of all levels.​​