Ages 13 and up
Puppet
L.I.F.E.
Training Program
Lip Sync
Intention
Focus
Expression
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Lip Sync Intention Focus Expression ✶
The L.I.F.E Approach
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Lip Sync
Participants will learn how to synchronize mouth movements with dialogue, explore the rhythm and timing of speech, and how vocal inflection influences articulation.
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Intention
Discover how core acting techniques—like intention, objective, and motivation—can be applied to puppetry to create dynamic, believable characters onstage.
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Focus
Explore the power of eye focus in puppetry and learn how precise gaze can direct audience attention, convey emotion, and strengthen your puppet’s presence onstage.
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Expression
Master bringing your puppet to life through animation and emotional expression, using movement, pacing, and breath to create compelling, character-driven performances.
Our Mission
Enhance performance and expression
Introduce basic puppetry techniques
Foster creative storytelling
Build
strong audition practices
Explore advanced puppetry styles
Strengthen collaboration and ensemble work
How it works
Beginner Classes
All students must attend both beginner classes to be considered for the 6-week intermediate program
First Class: learn the fundamentals of lip sync and focus with peepers (ping-pong style puppet eyes)
Second Class: learn fundamentals of acting and animation as they apply to puppetry
Upon completion of the beginner program, students will be evaluated for readiness to advance to the six-week intermediate course.
Based on proficiency, additional beginner instruction may be recommended.
6-week Intermediate Program
Learn all the fundamental techniques of Puppet L.I.F.E.
Practice with a hand and rod puppet
Perform as a solo, duo, and group ensemble
Record content to use for professional auditions, including virtual submissions and demo reels
Private Lessons
Received one-on-one attention from one of our experienced instructors
Choose your lesson content: Fundamentals, hand and rod, audition prep, and more!
Scheduling is based on instructor availability
Specialty Classes
Unique, one-of-a-kind opportunities to dive deeper into different styles of puppetry
Specific topics vary, and are announced on a rolling basis
Half price discounts are not available for specialty classes
Guest Artists interested in hosting a specialty class can email us at dramajockproductions@gmail.com
Pricing
Beginner and Specialty Classes
$30
Private 1 hour
$50
6-Week
Intermediate Program*
$180
*Students will be invited to sign up after attending the beginner classes
RECIEVE 1/2 OFF BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE CLASSES FOR LIFE AFTER COMPLETING THE 6 WEEK PROGRAM!
Additional Informaton
Scheduling
Please see the Register tab for the calendar of our upcoming classes. Note: Advance registration is required. Space is limited.
Classes are various weeknights, typically Tuesdays, from 7:00pm-8:30pm
Class sizes are 10-20 students
Private lessons are scheduled individually, based on instructor availability
Payment options
Pay as you go, per lesson
Payment is due at the time of registration
After completing the 6-week program, receive 1/2 off beginner and intermediate classes for life!
All sales are final. No refunds issued for missed classes.
My students
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"I highly recommend Puppet LIFE. Mary is incredible and insanely knowledgeable, if you can get into one of her courses DO IT."
Pixie B, Puppet L.I.F.E. student