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Puppet-Making Mischief,
Made Easy!
An Open, Creative Invitation:
Because Anyone Can Make Anything.
❋ Low-Pressure ParticipationThere’s no competition here. In fact, you don’t even need crafting, sewing, or performance experience—just a willingness to dive in and explore!
❋ Play is the PointTake the puppet-making seriously and nothing else. We’re here to provide a safe and fun environment that’s conducive to your creativity, whether you think you have it or not. (Spoiler: you do.)
❋ Expert Facilitation With guided help at every step—from an actual Muppet-maker—you’ll learn how to make your own hand puppet from scratch, using the same materials as the puppets you see on TV and in film.
❋ Community-BuildingThe perfect opportunity to bond, make mistakes, and triumph alongside family and friends, a date, or your colleagues. It’s weirdly profound and very empowering.
Meet Your Maker—Literally!
Michael Schupbach is a renowned creature and animatronic designer, puppet builder, and creative director whose expansive career has brought to life some of the most iconic, nostalgic characters in entertainment and children’s media. You may not know his name, but chances are you’ve seen his work:
Sesame Street
Bear in the Big Blue House
Johnny and the Sprites
Avenue Q
Jurassic World: The Exhibition
Ms. Rachel