Puppet Programs for Everyone

Teachers, parents, mental health professional, community program leaders or kids at heart who love the value of play and story,
we offer in person OR on demand programs.

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WORKSHOPS

Puppet Workshops and Residencies

Workshops are offered in-person and can be designed to meet your particular needs or situations. Available for children, youth, adults - including professional development.

PUPPET SHOWS

In Person Puppet Shows

Small ‘in-person' puppet shows for children are easy to host in a classroom or living room.
Enjoy a short puppet show followed by puppet making fun!

PUPPETS ON FILM

Videos and Screenings

Our favourite stories from past productions as short puppet films.
Available on-demand in our shop OR as an in-person hosted sceening.

‘PUPPET POP UPS’ PROGRAM

Drop by workshops encourage all family members—youngsters and elders alike—to create art and drama together.

Available for booking by communities, festivals. Coordinated specially for your event. We supply the know how, materials and training. You supply the volunteers, space and infrastructure.

Great interactive and creative experience for the kids. Really enjoyed!

Excellent craft instructions with accessible materials for all ages!

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GENUS 394Wz is a visually and musically rich hybrid puppet theatre–film production.

Performer/director - Wendy Passmore-Godfrey
Cinematographer/post production - Gil Ngai
Conceived and created by -
Karin Millson and Wendy Passmore-Godfrey

MEET WHY!

The Puppet Who Answers

“Why?” is the most important question in the whole universe.

Why!’s video series explores the wonders of the world to gain knowledge and understanding. It was ignited by the curiosity of children.

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PUPPET POWER CONFERENCE

Exploring the theory and practice, and the power and potential,
of puppetry to do ‘good in the world’

Launched in 2001, past themes have included existentialism, multiculturalism and diversity, literacy, therapy, social action, and intergenerational connection.

The in-person and online events feature local, Canadian, and international master puppeteers presenting inspiring talks, how-to workshops, panels, and performances. Testimonials show that the event has lasting value. It is relevant and useful for educators, therapists, helping professionals, artists, students, thought leaders, and idea generators.