Even professional puppeteers need to constantly deepen their knowledge and understanding of the construction and functionality of their puppets. Hi, I'm Bernd Ogrodnik, the artistic director of "Worlds of Puppets." For over 36 years, I've been enhancing the craft of Puppetry, mastering the puppet creation process, teaching, directing, and performing around the globe. Now I share my passion for Puppetry in the nurturing environment of an online classroom at the Academy of the Wooden Puppet. Over

You’re invited for a profound, heart- and eye-opening experience with one of the world's most prolific puppet builders and performers - Bernd Ogrodnik. In a noisy world drowning in plastic and overstimulation of the senses, Bernd’s calm and humorous sharing and holistic approach in design and performance, using the Art of Puppetry as a powerful, healing and educational tool offer a soothing and inspirational alternative. Does the smell of natural wood and a reminder of the importance of breathin