Devised theatre

Course

In London

£ 139 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Devising new theatre. How to create a work of theatre that didn't exist before your first rehearsal, using movement, imagination, games and improvisations in an intensive and fun, playful environment.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

• Invent and safely take part in theatre games
• Work creatively and cooperatively individually and in groups
• Listen to and safely strengthen your body with stretches and exercise
• Create new characters, stories and words for performance.

Please bring a journal and pen to record and explore your ideas.
Comfortable clothing should be worn.

In pairs and groups, using games, discussion, invention and movement. Home work might include gathering materials for mood/idea boards, dressing your character, mild research, and watching devised theatre works online.

As part of the course content, your tutor may record your image for initial and ongoing assessment purposes. You are entitled to decline to participate in the recording of your image.

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Subjects

  • Theatre

Course programme

Devising techniques for generating, exploring and editing new content.
Ensemble creation - developing a shared voice, vocabulary and aesthetic.
Exploring the contemporary devising practice of one company.
Physical strength and dexterity, graceful group movement.

Please note that acting classes by their very nature can involve exercises and the exploration of material that some students may find challenging.

Additional information

Continue in this class.. Physical Performance skills: beginners. A general acting class. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Devised theatre

£ 139 VAT inc.