Devising Contemporary Theatre Workshop with Dr Georgia Bowers from Guildford School of Acting, University of Surrey

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In this Devising Contemporary Theatre Workshop, Dr Georgia Bowers, Programme Leader of Applied and Contemporary Theatre at the Guildford School of Acting, University of Surrey, will run an interactive workshop that explores how simple stimuli, such as images, can be used to create characters and theatre. Together, we will consider who this character is, what issues they are facing and what possible solutions can be used to help overcome their obstacles.

This session is designed to give you an insight into contemporary theatre practices, such as devising theatre, and a taster of what it is like to train at one of the UK’s leading conservatories. You will be required to turn your cameras on, share your thoughts and work collectively as we make a small piece of theatre in 45 minutes. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions about Applied and Contemporary Theatre at GSA and what it is like to train at a drama school. You don’t need to prepare anything in advance but yourself and come ready to discuss, suggest ideas and work with others in the virtual space.

Here is a short welcome and introduction from Georgia in advance of the live workshop:

Lecturer Profile: Dr Georgia Bowers

The video below offers an enticing insight into the profound and exciting learning experience of undergraduates studying Applied and Contemporary Theatre at the Guildford School of Acting.

Our events are designed so that a group of students can take part from a classroom or students and teachers can take part as individuals, either from school or from home. There is no charge to take part.

As a live, participative event, this session will not be recorded but slides and other resources will be shared after the event, where available.

Suitable for: Aged 16+ pre-university students studying, or with a possible interest in studying, Theatre and related disciplines. Student groups as well as students and teachers joining individually are very welcome.

Preparation/Pre-Reading: You don’t need to prepare anything in advance but yourself and come ready to discuss, suggest ideas and work with others in the virtual space. Students can also think about questions about studying at university level.

The IT Setup: The event will be run on Zoom and participants will be able to join using laptops, tablets, and mobile devices. If you are joining as a school group, we recommend connecting with one device and projecting on to a whiteboard. You will be able to interact with the speaker via typed comments and questions and/or via a microphone. Full details will be sent to those who have registered (see below) prior to the event.

Booking a Place: This is free for schools and colleges. If you would like to take part in this event, please register your interest using the link to the registration form below:

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