TH 540 - Puppetry

Credits: 4
The art of puppetry and the basic methods of construction, operation, manipulation, and performance of puppets are examined. Emphasis is on the use of puppets as an educational tool. Projects include creating examples of each of the four major types of puppetsshadow, hand, rod, and marionette-using a range of construction techniques and materials appropriate to an educational setting. The course culminates in the construction of puppets for in-class presentations.

Students are expected to provide appropriate materials as needed.