This workshop will focus on helping you develop story ideas through physical devising methods, focusing on themes of otherness and identity, we will explore what you can say when you don’t have the words. The workshop will be playful and focus on opening up the expressive body and its potential to tell stories, express emotions and character.
We are the citizens! This is our assembly! We are the actors in this story! What are we doing about the climate emergency? What are we not doing? What more could we be doing? What more should we be doing? Be part of the story and join the debate with A Citizens’ Assembly, a new work by acclaimed theatre maker Andy Smith created in collaboration with applied arts practitioner Lynsey O’Sullivan.
What does an audience do? How can they be active in the making of a play? Ahead of a performance of A CITIZENS’ ASSEMBLY, in this workshop acclaimed theatre maker Andy Smith will introduce and explore methods and techniques for writing plays and works for performance that create and offer space to invite an audience to actively engage with the stories, themes and ideas they present.
In this introduction to practical dramaturgy and literary management, Frank Peschier will share her tips on approaching theatres, producers and navigating open submission and prizes. She will discuss how companies like Headlong seek out new work, and what they are looking for to help unlock new opportunities. We will clarify the nuts and bolts of commissioning, the wonderful world of contracts, adaptations, rights and royalties. Through writing exercises and discussion, we will also explore the art of dramaturgy and its pivotal role in shaping your work to be the best it can be.
In this informative and practical workshop, you will learn about the process of reading and programming plays from the perspective of an award-winning artist and as an internationally acclaimed producer. Headlong Associate, and co-Artistic Director of Ellandar Productions, Iskandar Sharazuddin will explore the process of decision making and dramaturgy, as well as giving an overview of taking a production from inception to stage in the current producing climate. He will also discuss routes for self generating and producing your writing, including demystifying the process of public subsidy for independent artists.
Over weeks of engaging workshops and practical exercises, emerging playwrights have delved deep into the art of storytelling, character development, narrative crafting, scene construction, stylistic choices, and stagecraft. Now, they are ready to showcase their creative brilliance.
Critically acclaimed show producer and no one recording artist Steve Steinman presents a brand-new production - Love Hurts.
The Rolling Stones Story promises you an unforgettable Jumpin’ Jack Flash back in time. It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll, but we like it!
In 2023 Danny Robins asked the questions – do ghosts exist? And if not, why do we see them? 25,000 people at theatres across the country came to find out the answers, in the biggest live investigation into the paranormal. You now have another chance to join Danny and his team of experts for this terrifying and thought-provoking evening, featuring chilling real-life stories of the supernatural experienced by ordinary people from ordinary places.
Join Peppa Pig, along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party. Its going to be a fun packed day!