This course is designed for actors who wish to develop their devising skills. With the emphasis firmly placed upon improvisation and game-play, students are provided with the basic theory and a wide range of tools and techniques so they can approach narrative devising using a variety of contexts and styles. You will be narrating, improvising and creating stories from the first session onwards. Most sessions will begin with structured warm-ups, plus improvisation and gameplay to free the imagination and encourage appropriate working practice. The course begins with an analysis of story types and story sources, it also introduces you to structural devices and linking devices for groups of stories (ranging from animal study to using objects as a starting point). Narrative techniques will be covered and there will also be time allocated to the rehearsal of created pieces.
Entry requirements
We welcome individuals over the age of 18. You need to be willing to fully engage with the subject and work and learn collaboratively. If you are aged between 18 and 21, you should have studied a Level 3 qualification (such as A-Levels or BTEC National Diploma) but we don't specify subjects or grades. If you are over 21 and have not studied a Level 3 qualification, we would expect you to have some recent acting experience. We are looking for some ability in acting so you are generally expected to take part in the workshop audition. If you have successfully studied Acting (Level 1), you are not required to audition but will need to complete an application form .
Please note: this course is subject to validation.
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Come to the free Advice Session on Thursday 12th March: 6pm to 8pm