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New Exhibitions 2019

We’ve updated our Now and Future page with details of shows in London (on now), Banbury (opens 25th May) and Carlisle (opens 29th June).

Tagged With: Exhibitions, News (on May 16, 2019 by Sarah) 1 Comment

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Automata Magazine

Automata enthusiast Marc Horowitz launched a new online publication, Automata Magazine at the beginning of January 2019. There has been an overwhelming response, and the first issue includes several articles on making automata, a peek inside the mind of the automata collector by enthusiast Sergio Pinese, and some great articles on visiting automata collections. Sarah […]

(on January 29, 2019 by Sarah)

Filed Under: News, Workshops

Automata Construction One Day Workshop

We are delighted to announce a One Day Automata Construction Workshop with Stephen Guy at Hauser & Wirth, Somerset, UK 8th September 10am – 4pm Book Here Learn all about kinetic art in this hands-on experimental workshop that will introduce and explore the low-tech creative power of cams and cranks which are powered by hand. […]

(on June 18, 2018 by Sarah) 8 Comments

Filed Under: Exhibitions, USA

Wonderful Idea Co

We are delighted to welcome Ryan and Nicole of Wonderful Idea co, USA, on board to help with our exhibition development. They started working with us last autumn, Nicole designed and fabricated a playful interactive sign to welcome visitors to the show and Ryan traveled to Explora, Albuquerque to lead professional development workshops with the […]

(on March 8, 2018 by CMT Max) 1 Comment

Filed Under: Exhibitions

Exhibition Round Up

We have a number of touring exhibitions open now or coming very soon. There are going to be lots of chances to see our automata collection this year. Keep an eye on the Now & Future Exhibitions page for all the details. We are really looking forward to our upcoming show on Hastings Pier where […]

(on March 8, 2018 by Sarah) 6 Comments

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The Mesmerise Machine – Limited Edition 2017

Introducing the 4th and latest chapter in Martin Smith’s love machine series. The Mesmerise Machine is a hand-holding, dancing, kinetic sculpture that gently hypnotizes the object of your affection. Materials: Steel, Aluminium, Brass and Bronze. Dimensions: H 31cm L 17cm W 9cm Limited Edition of 25 + 1 Artists Proof Colours: Red, yellow, brass and […]

(on October 23, 2017 by Sarah) Leave a Comment

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Cirkus Mechanikus at VIDA!

The Mechanical Circus exhibition created in collaboration with Rijksmuseum Boerhaave is travelling to the Vida science centre in Brno. This is the first time our automata has visited the Czech Republic. We are just doing the finishing touches and it will be ready to welcome visitors from tomorrow. The show features 31 pieces of automata from […]

(on September 27, 2017 by Sarah) Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Artists, News, The Ride of Life

About Ron Fuller

Since Ron’s sad departure in July a number of new articles have been published. We’ve updated our page about Ron with the new links.

Tagged With: Ron Fuller (on September 13, 2017 by Sarah) 1 Comment

Filed Under: Exhibitions, Far East, UK, USA

Summer Automata Exhibitions

There are currently six touring exhibitions featuring automata from Cabaret Mechanical Theatre on display around the world. The Mechanicals show is at The Royal Engineers Museum in the UK and Frost Science in Miami. Moving Toys with Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre is in South Korea.  The Clockwork Garden is at The Bowes Museum until November. There […]

(on August 14, 2017 by Sarah) Leave a Comment

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Ron Fuller 1936-2017

Ron Fuller

We are very sad to announce the death of Ron Fuller, at the age of 80. Ron was an integral part of the formation of Cabaret Mechanical Theatre having first met Sue Jackson while they were both students at Falmouth Art School in 1957.  Ron’s distinctive toys, for example, Hens Laying Eggs and Tapping Can-Can […]

Tagged With: Ron Fuller (on July 3, 2017 by Sarah) 7 Comments

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Family Workshop June 1st

We have 3 pieces on display in Little Mashers in St Leonards and we’re running a family workshop 1st June using our Cardboard Automata Kit to make your own machines.

To book a ticket click here

Cardboard Automata Kit

Now available in our online shop - the legendary cardboard automata kit!

Start tinkering and creating your own designs with this versatile kit. You will start understand the basic mechanisms including cams, drives and cranks as you put the kit together and try out different designs.

Developed by @firetheinventor this tried and tested kit has been enjoyed by visitors to our exhibitions and accompanying workshops for over 10 years. It has also been part of our online Automata Tinkering Global Workshops since 2020.

Buy here

Our Previous Show in Derby

at the Museuma of Making ran from 10 Dec - 13 Mar 2022 but you can still see the Cabaret Mechanical Theatre - virtual version. Although it may not stay online forever - let us know if it’s gone! Our other previous shows are here.

Last Few Places - now sold out

You can join the waitlist for our next Automata Tinkering Global Workshop is starting on May 10th. Join our community for 6 weeks of exploring mechanisms, materials and storytelling online. More info and booking

2022 Automata Tinkering Global Workshop

Looking for a new year project or a brilliant Christmas gift? 🎁 Join our 2022 online Automata Tinkering Global Workshop - book now for the 🦅 earlybird. Explore mechanisms, materials & storytelling 19 Jan to 23 Feb 4-6pm UK time. Go here for more info: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/automat…

Exhibition in San Diego

Our exhibition Mechanics Alive! opened at The Fleet Science Centre in San Diego, CA, USA on Saturday 9 October (closed Jan 17, 2022). They are open every day and have free entrance every first Tuesday for local residents. Go and see exhibits by Peter Markey, Keith Newstead, Carlos Zapata, Paul Spooner and Ron Fuller and find out how they work by trying out the interactive displays.

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Cabaret Mechanical Theatre is a collection of contemporary automata founded in 1982. It has permanent and temporary exhibitions all over the world. We aim to entertain and inspire visitors, makers and collectors.

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