The NCPG is dedicated to sharing and promoting the Puppet Arts with the greater National Capital Area through workshops, performances, and special events.
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We partner beginners with experts in the spirit of collaboration, communication, and community. We believe that puppetry fosters imagination and education while telling the story of our human experience, and are committed to supporting the growth of artists with inclusivity and equity for all
Upcoming Events
Make-a-thon 2025
with Peter Court!
A weekend of exploration – The magic that is “Black Light” theatre. When, where and how should we use it, what materials are florescent, and what aren’t… you might be surprised. And then creating a (very) short piece, to further explore the ideas and possibly perform in the Sunday Potpourri!​
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Sign up now for this amazing intensive with NCPG Member, Peter Court. We will do a deep dive into blacklight puppetry. Lots of experimentation, time to play, and learning from one another.
A donation of $25 - $50 is deeply appreciated, but we know this isn't always possible. Please pay as you able, if you are able. Your presence is a gift to the group!
Make-a-thon Schedule (subject to some tweaking from group feedback)
Suggested Materials List is HERE.
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Friday, September 19, 2025:
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2 pm – 3pm: Early Kick-off and Intro to Black Light Theater (to accommodate our overseas members)
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5 pm - 6pm: Evening Kick - off and Intro to Black Light Theater
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Saturday, September 20, 2025
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9:30 am - 11 am: More on Blacklight
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12 pm: Lunch on your own
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1:30 -4:30 pm: Experimenting
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5 pm: Check-in
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6:30-7:30 pm: (Optional) Independent Working/Dinner/Break/Brainstorming with a partner
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7:30 pm: Evening Check-in​
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Sunday, September 21, 2025:
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10 am - 11:30am: Final intentions/Re-evaluation goals; Optional
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12:30 pm: Lunch on your own
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1pm - 2:30pm: Potpourri and Show-and-Tell
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4pm-5:30pm: Final Gathering & Sharing (Optional, if people have energy!)
