Wimbledon College of Arts students demonstrate their creativity and craftsmanship at one of the capital’s most high-profile annual events.
Wimbledon College of Arts worked with Destination Events, who host the London Parade. Students responded to a brief entitled 'Iconic London' and pitched their ideas to the Destination Events team.
Being part of such a large-scale public event allowed the students to present their work beyond the studio, engaging directly with diverse audiences in a real-world context. Showcasing striking lion and dragon puppets, the students brought colour, movement and theatrical flair to the streets of central London.
Second-year undergraduate students from the following courses collaborated and constructed the puppets:
- BA (Hons) Costume for Theatre and Screen
- BA (Hons) Technical Arts for Theatre and Screen
- BA (Hons) Theatre and Performance Design
Participation in the London Parade reflects Wimbledon College of Arts’ commitment to hands-on learning and public engagement.
Student work
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2026 London Parade │ Photo credit: Orlando Callegaro
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2026 London Parade │ Photo credit: Orlando Callegaro