# Event Details - **Event Name**: Workshop! PHYSICAL ACTING: Lessons from a Puppet by Glass Half Full Theatre - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Learn the principals of direct manipulations (Tabletop) puppetry to improve the physicality of your acting performance.About this EventWelcome to INTERCAMBIOS ! a dynamic space at where workshops, seminars, and pláticas come together to inspire conversation, creativity, and collaboration.__________________________________Articulated “Tabletop” puppets reveal narrative through precise physicality. The audience “intuits” what the puppet is thinking and feeling by watching what the puppet looks at and how it responds to stimuli. The same is true for actors and audiences. When you step onstage as a performer, every move you make is either contributing to the story of the play, or detracting from it. In studying the clear, intentional movement of tabletop puppetry, you can transfer tabletop puppetry technique to your own physical performance.Taught by Caroline Reck with Marina DeYoe-Pedraza, this lesson uses techniques developed by Glass Half Full Theatre (Austin, TX) that were informed by the movement technique of Jacques Lecoq, Rudolf Laban, and the puppetry technique of Sandglass Theater.___________________________________This workshop will be hosted in English, and Spanish upon request.Perfect for Actors, Dancers, Puppeteers, or those wishing in exploring the crossover between these art forms.Recommended to ages 18+___________________________________READY TO PLAY?We’ll provide Tabletop puppets, so all you need to bring is your creativity! Come dressed in comfortable clothing and get ready to play, explore, and have fun!__________________________________About GLASS HALF FULL THEATRE:Glass Half Full Theatre was founded in 2011 on the belief that theater has the power to transform perspectives and inspire change. Embracing a philosophy of optimism and creativity, we dedicate ourselves to producing innovative performances that challenge, entertain, and uplift. Through our commitment to diverse storytelling and collaborative artistry, Glass Half Full Theatre seeks to illuminate the human experience and foster a sense of hope and connection within our community. For more information, visit www.glasshalffulltheatre.com__________________________________About DESTINOS 2026 – 9th CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL LATINO THEATER FESTIVALDESTINOS is an annual, citywide festival showcasing Chicago’s Latine theater artists and companies alongside Top Latine artists from the U.S. and Latin America. Every fall, Destinos presents a rich, diverse array of bilingual, Latine-themed shows, panels and student performances at marquee venues downtown, as well as storefront theaters and cultural institutions in predominantly Latine neighborhoods throughout the city.CLATA runs impactful programs year-round focused on empowering and uplifting the Latino community. Your support through a donation helps us continue these vital initiatives.Want to Support?Your support through a donation helps us continue these vital initiatives. By giving, you help amplify Latine voices on Chicago stages, nurture emerging talent, and celebrate the richness of our cultures. Your generosity fuels bold storytelling, honors heritage, and ensures our vibrant traditions thrive for generations to come.Support here. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/workshop-physical-acting-lessons-from-a-puppet-by-glass-half-full-theatre/100001998556343824 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Theatre, Workshops, Festivals, Nonprofit, Contests, Entertainment, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-09-19T15:45:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing and Media Arts in Chicago (Wirtz Center Chicago) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33.85, max: 33.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing and Media Arts in Chicago (Wirtz Center Chicago) - **lat**: 41.8952333 - **long**: -87.6168612 - **full address**: Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing and Media Arts in Chicago (Wirtz Center Chicago), 710 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Workshop! PHYSICAL ACTING: Lessons from a Puppet by Glass Half Full Theatre - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/b20160d37c82e5a0772e09595dc1b9b5ddf93cd147401b0988c54c67ab8c2695-rimg-w1200-h800-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1787745729 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Workshop! PHYSICAL ACTING: Lessons from a Puppet by Glass Half Full Theatre being held? - **A:** Workshop! PHYSICAL ACTING: Lessons from a Puppet by Glass Half Full Theatre takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing and Media Arts in Chicago (Wirtz Center Chicago), 710 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Workshop! PHYSICAL ACTING: Lessons from a Puppet by Glass Half Full Theatre? - **A:** Workshop! PHYSICAL ACTING: Lessons from a Puppet by Glass Half Full Theatre is organized by Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Workshop! 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