Geoffrey Arndt
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Masks

"Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth." - Oscar Wilde
Using a variety of simple (mostly recycled) materials, I seek to create unique masks and puppets that actors can easily embrace to enhance their character creation. Integrating the mask or puppet into rehearsal and developing from an active use of the piece is crucial. I believe that structure and embellishment work together to unite a design. The first question is always, "how is it worn or operated?" 

Whether it is a half mask, full face covering, or puppet that is worn, carried, or manipulated with dowels or by hand, I design with the individual actor and character in mind. ​Emphasis is placed on freedom of movement and innovative physical expression.
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Artax Headress for 
​The Neverending Story
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Gmork for ​The Neverending Story
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​Reveler Mask for Robin Hood
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​Reveler Mask for Robin Hood
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Falkor Headress for 
​The Neverending Story
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Purple Buffalo for The Neverending Story
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​Reveler Mask for Robin Hood
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​Reveler Mask for Robin Hood
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Cyclops Headpiece for 
​Xanadu
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Morla for The Neverending Story
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​Reveler Mask for Robin Hood
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​Reveler Mask for Robin Hood
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​Mardi Gras Mask for Dracula
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​Moth Mask for Midsummer
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​Nature Mask for Dracula
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MustardSeed ​Mask for Midsummer
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​Party Mask for Dracula
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Oberon, Titania, Puck, and Fairy Headresses for Midsummer
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Mrs. Fox Mask for The Fantastic Mr. Fox
Mr. Fox Mask for ​The Fantastic Mr. Fox
Monkey Mask for 
​Children of Eden

Puppets

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Milky White for 
​Into the Woods
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Giraffes for 
Children of Eden
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Kaa for 
The Jungle Book
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Forest Creatures for 
​Into the Woods
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Forest Creatures and Wolf for 
​Into the Woods
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Wolf for 
​Into the Woods
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  • About Me
  • Directing
  • Teaching
  • Writing
  • Masks/Puppets
  • Media