The magical art of The Paper Cinema

Wimborne’s Museum of East Dorset is showcasing the creative genius of pioneering paper puppeteer Nicholas Rawling.
As the artistic director of Dorset-based The Paper Cinema, Rawling has captivated global audiences with his unique blend of live animation, puppetry, and music since founding the company in 2004.
Known for transforming hand-drawn illustrations into cinematic experiences, The Paper Cinema uses live video projection to bring intricate paper puppets to life, creating enchanting, imaginative worlds. Their work has been lauded at major festivals like the Edinburgh Fringe and London International Mime Festival, and has performed all over the world including USA, South America, China, New Zealand, Georgia and all over the UK.
The exhibition, running until the 31st January, features artwork from The Paper Cinema’s acclaimed productions of Macbeth and Ghost Stories, among others. Rob Gray, Collections Manager at the museum said: ‘This exciting exhibition shines a light on a truly unique theatrical company that we’re lucky enough to have based in Dorset.’
Museum admission includes access to the exhibition and 12 months of unlimited visits. Children 5 to 16 years £5.50 and adults £12.