This boot camp offers a crash course in the distinctive style of theater-making utilized by Arm-of-the-Sea. The workshop is open to ages 16 & up. No prior experience necessary.

Under the direction of Arm-of-the-Sea co-founder Patrick Wadden, workshop participants will help build, improvise, rehearse, and perform an original production presented as Arm-of-the-Sea’s 22nd annual Esopus Creek Puppet Suite.

Introductory techniques include: paper-mache construction, puppet animation, ensemble voiceovers, and mask performance.

SCHEDULE:

Aug.11-15th

Puppet Construction and Movement 12 - 4pm

Cast Meal 5 - 6pm

Full Cast Rehearsals 6 - 9:30pm

PUBLIC PERFORMANCES:

Aug. 15, 16 & 17th @ 7pm

All activities take place at Arm-of-the-Sea Tidewater Center

The Tidewater Center is located at 57 E. Bridge St, Saugerties, NY

Workshop Fee: $225 includes evening meal

REGISTRATION LAUNCHES FEB 23rd