DEVISING TECHNIQUES
Physical Theatre Course
This Devising Techniques Physical Theatre Course is a space to learn devising methodologies to make new experimental theatre.
Stimulate, Research, create, devise. Make the theatre of the future.
In this Course students will be working on structure of composition, dramaturgical devising and collaborative process of making.
FOCUS OF THE COURSE IS ON:
COLLABORATION.
We facilitate the creation and development of a shared language, negotiating the tension between collective and individual decisions. Each creative process is unique, therefore we tailor exercises to each group to strengthen communication and cooperation processes.
DRAMATURGICAL DEVISING
Our goal is for participants to independently devise narrative structures and find new storytelling methods. We interweave content and form, by exploring the arc of a story, the driving forces, stakes, characters and archetypes, and by creating a physical language that unifies the story.
RESEARCH LED PROCESS.
We propose an enquiry project where participants undertake theoretical and practical research to create new work. Participants will be invited to think critically about how other practices inform their own. This provides an opportunity to generate an interdisciplinary dialogue between mediums and approaches.
PEER FEEDBACK.
Challenge yourself to recognise what works and what can be improved. Question one another and exchange knowledge. We will prepare you to understand your group dynamics and recognise the right times to give feedback, and how to do so constructively.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This Devising Techniques Physical Theatre Course is a great opportunity to learn how to make new original theatre and exploring the dynamics of collaborative and ensemble work through devising processes.
This training is open to performers, actors, directors, writers, dancers, choreographer, interested in making theatre and wanting to work collaboratively.
We truly believe in the power of collaboration, playful imagination, and democracy of creation as essential qualities to shape the theatre of the future and new performance languages.
PRICES
We can run this Course for half a day, full day or a week long masterclasses.
Prices start at £400 + practitioners’ expenses (travel, per diems and accommodation if required).
For further information on hiring us, get in touch with our Course Leader, Monika Gravagno at monika@facciocose.co.uk or call us at 07429966901.
Became a better performer
Get the skills to work for Physical Theatre Companies
Find your Poetic Body
“It’s an exciting, challenging and transformational journey, conducted with outstanding guidance and support of the teacher. Each week through playful physical games and exercises, we explored the varied transformational qualities of the actor, learned body awareness and physical expression, how to work as an ensemble and other vital skills.
This is the perfect course for anyone who wants to explore Lecoq’s techniques and creating physical theatre/performance work. ”
COURSE LEADER: Monika Gravagno
Monika Gravagno is a Physical Theatre Pedagogue and Performing Artist. She has been trained at the London International School of Performing Arts (LISPA) in Jacques Lecoq’s Pedagogy and Devising Techniques.
Monika has taught at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and the University of West London. Currently, she teaches at Drama Studio London and is a Movement Director, leading and guiding the creative process for performers and theatre companies that devise experimental projects.
“Monika took us on an inspiring journey. She is positive, her classes are well prepared, and she can carry a group as well as challenge you individually as a performer. If you want to deepen your knowledge of physical theatre, build confidence, research ideas in a supportive group, then this course is a must.
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