Workshop "Mit voller Wirkung"

Building Expressive Table Puppets and Bringing Them to Life

In this two-day workshop, participants will build their own tabletop marionette under the guidance of Stefan Fichert (Puppet Players) and experiment with animating it.

Special attention will be given to the design of the puppet’s head, which is constructed in a collage-like manner using various materials, starting from a basic shape. The technical components are already pre-assembled as a kit. The result will be a simple yet fully functional, expressive, and freestanding figure that can be used practically anywhere without any technical effort.

Finally, participants will explore the expressive possibilities of these figures, both individually and in ensemble play. No prior experience is required, but a passion for creativity and a sense of playfulness are helpful.

Event Details:
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 22, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
There will be an approximately 1-hour lunch break on both days. Please feel free to bring a packed lunch, as dining options in the area are limited.

Location: Room 2 at the LUISE Cultural Center, Ruppertstraße 5, 80337 Munich

Material fee: 45 euros (payable on site in cash)

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations and refunds are generally only possible if the spot can be filled by another participant.

Waiting list: If the workshop is fully booked, you can email figurentheater-gfp@münchen.de to be added to the waiting list.