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Shadow puppet theatre

Create a cast of shadow puppets and put on your own show.

Ages 7 - 11

Information
Where
Kettle's Yard
Type of Activity
Making,
Storytelling,
Twilight at the Museums
Type of Session
Online session

Watch Artist Ian Brownlie as he shows you how to make your own shadow puppet and put on your own play at home, all inspired by a beautiful puppet at Kettle's Yard.

Download the instructions here

 

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