Avenue YOU: A parts work puppet making workshop

We've all got lots of different versions of ourselves. But have you ever wondered what your inner parts would look like... as puppets??
About this Event

Welcome to a delightfully off-the-wall, hands-on workshop for adults who want to get playful and explore what (or "who"!) makes them tick. Led by a registered dramatherapist and a professional prop maker, this session is a reflective, experimental playground designed to help you connect with the weird and wonderful cast of characters living inside your head.

This isn't your average "sit-and-talk" group. Instead, we’re using the magic of object theatre and three-dimensional crafting to externalise the different "parts" of ourselves.

Together, we will:

Explore: Gently tune inward to identify the different voices, roles, or moods we carry.

Experiment: Raid the scrap bin! Play with textures, fabrics, wire, and odd materials with techniques you can copy at home.

Create: Form, stitch, and build a physical puppet that represents one of your unique inner parts.

Absolutely zero artistic skill, theatrical talent, or craft experience is required. This is about process, play, and curiosity, not perfection! Come along to experiment, make a bit of a mess, and walk away with a brand-new, completely custom creation that is uniquely you.

Important info:

Ages: 18+

Tea, Coffee and biscuits will be provided by please bring a packed lunch (otherwise there are plenty options of cafes and shops around The Shore).

All materials provided.

Hear it from our past participants:

“Abigail is simply WONDERFUL! I’ve been lucky enough to attend 2 of her workshops and both have been amazing and I left with so much more understanding of myself and what’s really going on in my heart & mind. I loved using creativity to learn more about myself, I can’t wait to attend another workshop!"
“Very informative but no pressure at all, Nicola’s class was a fun way to learn some new skills!”

About us:

Abigail Nelson is a dramatherapist offering creative, safe and brave space to explore and transform issues of identity, relationships and mental health. In her private therapy practice in Edinburgh and online, she primarily works with neurodivergent and queer adults, both individually and partners. Beyond the therapy space, she brings this transformative work into creative projects like documentary film or self-revelatory theatre. She also hosts creative wellness workshops and nature-based retreats.
Nicola Milazzo is a lifelong maker who has been designing and making props in for theatre, events and education for over 25 years. Experienced with many materials and techniques, she specialises in textiles and soft props.