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Workshop

Meet Fred Puppetry Workshop

with Hijinx Theatre

Thu 4 Jun 2026, 3pm

Performing Arts Studio

£8 (no concessions)

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Running time

2 hours

Age range

Suitable for ages 14+

Coming soon
Sold out
Meet Fred Puppetry Workshop has sold out

Priority booking Wed 11 Mar, 11:00am

On general sale Wed 18 Mar, 11:00am

On general sale Wed 18 Mar, 11:00am

This event is sold out. Please contact our box office on 0115 846 7777 to be added to the waiting list.

Explore the games, exercises, and techniques Hijinx used to develop the Meet Fred show and bring characters to life.

A two-hour inclusive workshop looking at the three basic elements of puppetry: Breath, Focus and the Fixed Point. Led by experienced puppeteers from Meet Fred, alongside Hijinx cast members. In a fun, playful environment, participants will learn some of the games and exercises Hijinx used in the development of the show

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