Forum TrainingForum Theatre/TO & Storytelling courses for Professionals
AT HUDDERSFIELD UNIVERSITY
Figment Theatre Community Interest Company
3-day introduction to Forum 10 – 12 July
5-day TO and Storytelling Laboratory 7 – 11 August
Huddersfield University, Milton Building, Studio 2
MODULE 1: AN INTRODUCTION TO FORUM THEATRE
- DATES 3 day course 10 – 12 JULY
- TIMES 10 am – 5 pm
- VENUE Huddersfield University, Milton Building, Studio 2
- COST £176.25 inc. vat (£152.75 inc.vat unwaged and students)
CONTENT Based on the unique theatre form developed by Augusto Boal, this practical training course in Forum Theatre is aimed at those wishing to apply its use in arts, education, community, health, business or social settings. Discover how to apply the techniques in a controlled group situation, learn how to produce a piece of Forum Theatre and explore its possible applications for your own professional objectives.
WHO IS IT FOR? Professionals interested in using the applications of Forum Theatre as a tool for conflict resolution/skills development/consultation and discussion. Of value to health professionals, YOTs, Youth Justice, Victim Support, community outreach and social workers, drama practitioners, teachers and students.
HOW TO BOOK Telephone 01484 666007 or email info@figmenttheatre.co.uk
PAYMENT TERMS Places will be confirmed by payment. Please send cheques made payable to Figment Theatre C.I.C. to Figment Theatre, Brockholes C of E J & I School, Brockholes Lane, Brockholes, Holmfirth, HD9 7EB.
NB: Refreshments will be provided but please make your own arrangements for lunch
MODULE 2: EXPLORATORY LABORATORY ON THEATRE OF THE OPPRESSED (TO) AND STORYTELLING
- DATES 1 week course (5 days) 7 – 11 August
- TIMES 10 am – 5 pm
- VENUE Huddersfield University, Milton Building, Studio 2
- COST £282.00 inc. vat (£211.50 inc.vat unwaged and students)
CONTENT: This is the inaugural summer theatre laboratory run by Figment Theatre C.I.C. Drawing upon the experience gained by Figment over the past ten years, this laboratory will be focusing on the practical relationships between, and applications of, Augusto Boal's Theatre of the Oppressed (TO) and a range of Story Telling techniques. How do we tell, encourage and listen to stories? What are the possibilities for combining these practices in performance and workshop settings in a safe environment? Participants will have the opportunity to gain new insights into their working practice, develop new skills, explore different approaches using TO and storytelling, and share experiences with a diverse range of other professionals.
WHO IS IT FOR? Theatre practitioners, teachers, students and those with some previous knowledge of Augusto Boal's techniques.
HOW TO BOOK Telephone 01484 666007 or email info@figmenttheatre.co.uk
PAYMENT TERMS Places will be confirmed by payment. Please send cheques made payable to Figment Theatre C.I.C. to Figment Theatre, Brockholes C of E J & I School, Brockholes Lane, Brockholes, Holmfirth, HD9 7EB.
NB: Refreshments will be provided but please make your own arrangements for lunch
More information see http://www.figmenttheatre.co.uk/ or call 01484 666007
