IN PERSON WORKSHOPS
Enter the world of Czech puppetry
Join us this summer for an immersive experience in the world of Czech puppetry. Our in-person workshops are designed for all skill levels. You’ll gain hands-on experience in marionette design and construction, learning traditional carving techniques and the artistry behind creating marionettes. At the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a beautiful marionette and the skills to make more in the future.
What to Expect
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Expert Instruction: Work closely with Mirek Trejtnar, author of Puppet Technology and our team of skilled craftspeople
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Hands-On Creation: From design to completion, make your own unique marionette
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Cultural Immersion: Visit puppet festivals and exhibits and see local and international performances in a country where puppetry is part of the cultural identity.
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Performance Opportunities: Develop your marionette and performance skills at Prague’s iconic Letní Letná New Circus and Theatre Festival.
2025 Summer Workshops
JUNE MARIONETTE CARVING WORKSHOP (2 WEEKS)
Make a traditional marionette on either wire or strings, learning foundational techniques in Czech marionette-making. This two-week workshop delves into classic character design, focusing on the elegance and mechanics of traditional marionettes.
During this workshop, you will...
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Get individualized guidance and expert lectures on each topic
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Develop your skills with 10+ expert puppet teachers
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Learn the technology of different types of marionettes and how to carve, build joints, controllers
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Learn the principles of manipulating your marionette
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Immerse yourself in the rich Czech puppet world by going to shows,festivals, exhibitions
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Make puppet friends from around the world
June 9 - 25, 2025
AUGUST MARIONETTE CARVING AND PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP (3 WEEKS)
Join us in August and create circus-themed marionettes—trapeze artists, dancers, jugglers, and classic “stomper” marionettes! This workshop culminates in performances at Letní Letná, a renowned festival celebrating new circus and theatre in Prague.
During this workshop, you will...
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Get individualized guidance and expert lectures
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Develop your skills with 10+ expert puppet teachers
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Learn the technology of different types of marionettes and how to carve, build joints, controllers
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Learn the centuries-old techniques to make specialized circus marionettes that amaze audiences with their tricks
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Master the manipulation of your marionette
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Create an original puppet show and be part of the Letni Letna New Circus and Theatre Festival
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Make puppet friends from around the world
August 2- 24, 2025
What is it like?
2025 Summer Workshops
Meet our team
At Puppets in Prague workshops, you will work with many different puppet experts during every stage of your work: design, carving, painting, costuming, and manipulating and performing. All of our teachers are specialists with extensive experience, skills and talent.
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Testimonials
"The time I spent in Prague played such a big part in setting me off on the artistic career I have today"
Sam J. Gold, Theatre Artist
USA
Leah and Mirek are the real deal. Their workshops both online and in person are so detailed, so informative, and so personalized to what you and your puppet need.
Christine Rodriguez
Puppeteer + Arts Educator/Actor, New York
Videos
Past In Person Workshops
Past In Person Workshops
Long, Wide and Sharpsighted: Czech Fairy Tale
puppet making workshop
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