Promote Yo'self
Learn a simple formula for writing new
pieces for puppetry.
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Saturday July 15th @ 11am PT / 2pm ET
2 hours
Puppetry is an incredible vehicle for storytelling.
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As puppeteers we tend to focus on the quality of our puppetry and not quite enough on the stories we are bringing to life.
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Writing for Puppetry is a 2-hour Zoom workshop where you will learn a simple formula for strengthening the storytelling in your puppetry work.
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You'll learn to create strong and relatable characters, to tell a compelling story, and to make your audience laugh or cry.
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And you'll walk away with an outline for your piece and a solid idea of what makes your story tick and characters pop.
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Bring a piece you're working on - for stage or screen - or start from scratch.
You will have the opportunity to workshop your piece for feedback.
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All styles of puppetry and any skill levels are welcome.
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Oh hi! I'm Pam Severns.
I am a performer, puppeteer, maker-of-things, and that-lady-over-there-in-the-bushes.
I'm also a dog-mother to Miss Frankie Sinatra (she looks just like Toto) and eater of too many cookies.
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I've been performing solo for a decade (!) and have a few things to say about the process. I've won awards, grants, and have traveled from sea to shining sea with my solo comedy and puppetry.
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I trained in comedy directing at the Second City and I've taught workshops with Heather Henson's IBEX Puppetry and Celebration Barn. I've worked in many puppetry styles – shadow puppetry, marionettes, hand puppets, Muppet style, and more.
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I would love to help you find your voice, your story, and the spark in your solo work.
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