Spare Parts Puppet Theatre has another puppetry performance skills workshop, Performing with Puppets for Adults, facilitated by Associate Artistic Director, Michael Barlow.

Over the course of four weeks, participants will learn principles of manipulation technique, how to use different types of constructed puppets, object theatre, how to conceptualise using puppetry in their own work, and also have the opportunity to devise small performance pieces of their own. This course is open to performing artists who are looking to develop their skills in this unique artform.

Class sizes are small to ensure an intimate and involved learning experience. Dates: Wednesday 11, 18, 25 November & 2 December; 6.00pm – 9.00pm at Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, 1 Short St, Fremantle.
Cost: $165.00. Phone the Administrations Officer on (08) 9335 5044 to secure your place.

Spare Parts launches its first summer series of shows with a touring season of The Velveteen Rabbit. Based on the classic children's story by Margery Williams, The Velveteen Rabbit is a story that goes to the heart and art of puppetry where anything is possible if you invest it with enough belief and love. Anybody who has a favourite toy will fall in love with this beloved tale.

Tour includes Joondalup, Prendiville Catholic College, Ocean Reef (18 – 20 November);
Midland, Australian Opera Studio (25 – 28 November); Margaret River: Cultural Centre, (1– 2 December. Bookings: www.artsmargaretriver.com or (08) 9758 7316); Mandurah, Prendiville Baptist College, Lakelands (4 – 5 December); Fremantle, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, (14 – 23 December, 18 – 30 January). Bookings for Joondalup, Midland, Mandurah & Fremantle www.sppt.asn.au or (08) 9335 5044 ($3.00 phone booking fee applies.) Duration: Approx. 50 minutes. Suitable for everyone, but perfect for ages 4 – 10.