THE HERDS is being created by a vast network of cultural, educational and climate partners representing communities from West Africa to Norway. We are inviting universities, art colleges and community groups along the route to participate in the creation of puppets that represent species indigenous to their country.

Our foundation partners include Ikapa Gazellas Collective in South Africa, Wimbledon College of Arts (University of the Arts London) and TED Countdown. To become a partner Contact Us.

  • Wimbledon College of Arts (University of the Arts London)

    FOUNDATION PARTNER

    Wimbledon College of Arts is dedicated to the study of theatre, screen and performance arts practice, training students to become innovative performers and experimental designers. The College has an international reputation for producing performance graduates known for their creativity, technical accomplishment and professionalism. Its MA course in Puppetry is the first of its kind in the UK.

    Wimbledon College of Arts is part of University of the Arts London (UAL). UAL graduates go on to work in and shape the creative industries worldwide. UAL is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject ®.

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  • TED Countdown

    FOUNDATION PARTNER

    Countdown is a collaboration powered by TED and Leaders’ Quest. We launched Countdown, TED’s first issue-specific initiative, in 2019 in order to champion and accelerate the bold ideas and underinvested solutions that can bring us closer to achieving a zero-carbon world – one that is cleaner, healthier and fairer for all.

    We are guided by a small cross-sector group of recognized, values-driven leaders and we work collaborate with a network of partners who are leaders in their fields.

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  • Ikapa Gazellas Collective

    PUPPETRY DESIGNERS

    Ikapa Gazellas Collective are Craig Leo, Simon Dunckley, Luyanda Nogodlwana, Siphokazi Mpofu and Sipho Ngxola. They came together in 2023 in Cape Town, South Africa, with a background in designing, building and bringing to life some of the world’s most famous puppet creations including Little Amal and the War Horse puppets, both under the leadership of Handspring Puppet Company.

    The Herds puppets are designed by Ikapa Gazellas Collective and Amir Nizar Zuabi.

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