Spring 2026 Puppetry Workshop:
Kuruma Ningyō Technique with Master Puppeteer Koryū Nishikawa V
Kuruma Ningyō Technique with Master Puppeteer Koryū Nishikawa V
Chicago Puppet Festival presents an extraordinary opportunity to experience the 160 year old Japanese traditional puppetry style kuruma ningyō (cart puppetry). Fifth Generation Master Puppeteer Koryū Nishikawa V, headmaster of Hachiōji Kuruma Ningyō in Japan, will lead a master class with assistance from his student Tom Lee. English translation will be provided by Anna Okuda.
Workshop Details
Instructors:
Koryū Nishikawa V and Tom Lee
Dates/Times:
Sunday, May 31
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. CST
Location:
Fine Arts Building, Studio 433
410 S. Michigan Ave
Cost:
$288 Regular
Ages: 18 and up