Taster Puppet Performance Workshop

Suitable for Adults and young people over the age of 11.
Advance booking essentialPART OF THE 2026 HOMEGROWN ARTS FESTIVAL. A two and a half hour fun taster session to explore performing with puppets and find out if this is for you! This session takes place at the STEPS VENUE in Stocksbridge (Sheffield) on Wednesday 14th October 2026. Open to adults and children (over the age of 11). This introduction course is especially useful to anyone who already acts on stage and would like to expand their performance skills to include puppetry.Bringing objects to life
Animation and movement
Working with puppets (Hand and rod)
TV green screen introduction
Live hand options / lip sync
Puppet Karaoke!During this workshop your students will learn how to confidently handle a hand and rod puppet, create and portray character, perform with convincing lip sync and interact in group scenes. We bring along everything you need for this workshop.The workshop is hosted by professionally trained actor and puppeteer David Thornton who runs Puppetechnics Studio in Sheffield. (Enhanced DBS certified). Once you have purchased your ticket you will be sent final information to help you prepare for the workshop! There is free parking at the Steps Venue, and refreshments will be available to purchase before and during the event.