Mask Making with Lesley Neilson (Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:30 PM | Oct 7-Nov 24, 2026)

6 weeks (Grades K – 2)

Class Max: 10
Class Min: 4

Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:30 PM | Oct 7, [no class Oct 14] Oct 28, Nov 4 [no class Nov 4], Nov 11, 18 and 24*

*the last class will take place on Tuesday, Nov 24

Location: Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT

For Region 12 Schools: 

• Busing is available from Booth and Burnham after school, fill out your permission slip by clicking on the appropriate school below.

Booth: Resident Alternate Transportation Request

Burnham: Resident Alternate Transportation Request

• For Washington Primary School, a designated WAA staff member will escort children from WSP to the Norman Sunshine Center at 3:15 PM; WSP requires the below form to be filled prior to each class.

Change in Regular Dismissal Form

In this workshop, we will explore different types of masks, and learn mask making. This hands on class will explore different mask making techniques and materials. Young designers will have the opportunity to design, sculpt, and create their own unique masks, representing characters  from their imaginations, fantasy, and global traditions. At the end of our journey we will have our own wearable masterpieces, and will have the opportunity to bring our unique characters to life.

About the instructor 
Lesley has been working as a professional costume designer, and costume craftsperson since 1992. Her work has been seen in New York City, and regionally across New York, and New England. She has a BFA in fine arts and art history from Syracuse University, and a MFA in Theater Design from the University of Connecticut. Lesley lives in Washington Depot, CT and loves being a member at WAA.