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Totoro and Catbus puppets on stage with a performer in a forest setting.

Totoro puppet lying down with a child resting on its belly under glowing trees.

Catbus puppet illuminated, operated by performers, in a magical forest scene.

Performers in black operate chicken puppets as a boy holds a bucket on stage. © Manuel Harlan.

Join a LW Theatres puppet making workshop then enjoy My Neighbour Totoro

Take your place for a private puppetry workshop paired with pre‑theatre dining and premium seats

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London, United Kingdom

7 hours

Subtotal US$170*

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The Experience

Discover the craft of stage puppetry in a private, hands-on workshop led by professional theatre prop and puppet makers on Saturday 4 July. Inspired by amazing shows like My Neighbour Totoro, this workshop offers insight into the techniques, materials and movement behind large-scale stage puppetry, with guests creating their own simple jointed puppet during the session. Following the workshop, enjoy a relaxed two-course pre‑theatre meal with a welcome drink before heading to the Gillian Lynne Theatre for exceptional seats at a performance of the six‑time Olivier Award‑winning My Neighbour Totoro. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.

What's priceless

Bringing stage magic to life with your own hands, then seeing it unfold from exceptional seats.

The highlights

Build your own stage puppet during a private workshop with theatre professionals
Gain insight into the artistry behind award-winning stage design
Indulge in a delicious two-course meal before the show in the Grand Saloon restaurant
See My Neighbour Totoro from the best seats in the house

Details

Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
Experience is valid for participants 12 years old and older
Experience takes place on 4 July 2026 at 2:15 p.m.
Experience is available to book until 17 June, or until all tickets sold out
Price listed is for 1 person
Cardholders may purchase a maximum of 6 tickets
There is no-step free or lift access to the workshop, it can only be accessed via stairs
The itinerary:
- 2:15 p.m. Arrival
- 2:30 p.m. Puppet-making workshop
- 4:30 p.m. Dinner, with welcome drink included
- 6:15 p.m. Depart for Gillian Lynne Theatre (<5 minute walk)
- 7:00 p.m. My Neighbour Totoro play

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Limited to 6 per person, subject to possessing a valid email

Fine Print

This experience is non-refundable upon purchase, unless otherwise noted