Shadow Play

Inspired by the dramatic, beautiful light and shade that can be found inside The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years, join us to create your very own cat and friends shadow puppets to play with at home.

The workshops take place every weekday Monday 4  – Friday 15 August, 10.30am-1pm and 2-4pm.

Suitable for children aged 7 or over, accompanied by parents or carers. Younger siblings are welcome too.

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Shadow Play

4 Aug 2025 -15 Aug 2025 10:30 am -4:00 pm

Manchester Museum, Oxford Road.

Free, drop in.

Shadow Play

Inspired by the dramatic, beautiful light and shade that can be found inside The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years, join us to create your very own cat and friends shadow puppets to play with at home.