Theatre Maker Open Day

Workshops, Tasters, Talks, & Lunch
Produced and presented by The Cockpit

THEATRE MAKER
OPEN DAY

Following on from our Theatre Maker launch event at the beginning of the year, we are gathering once again to introduce our new selection of Theatre Maker classes.

We have some old favourites returning, along with the addition of some exciting new classes that we will be running for very the first time, all carefully curated to give Theater Makers the best selection of classes and workshops to help them create new work.

And the good news is you get to try them all! No more having to pick and choose. We have structured the day so you get to try every class that's on offer.

The day will run from 11am to 5pm with tutors running taster sessions in our studios and auditorium. Groups will move from room to room meaning everyone will have the chance to try each class.

The day will consist of 3 sessions in the morning and 3 in the afternoon with a delicious vegan lunch provided in the middle.

We'll also provide plenty of tea and coffee on arrival and between sessions!

All for just £5

The first session starts at 11:00am, but we will be opening our doors at 10:00am. Please be punctual. We have to start on time to fit it all in!!

As an extra treat we are offering 25% discount to anyone that books on the day.

And the bar will be open from 5pm so do feel free to stick around if you have any questions

SCHEDULE
11.00am-1.30pm
3 x 40 minute taster sessions

1.30pm - 2.30pm
A hot Vegan lunch provided by Laila's Creole Cuisine.

2.30pm - 4.30pm
3 more 40 minute taster sessions

4.30pm - 5pm
A Talk in the Auditiorium by Jonathan Brown about his class MAKING THEATRE AS A SOLO PERFORMER

And, if you did stick around, we are happy to offer you the chance to see one of our favourite Theatre Makers in action with a complimentary ticket to her show

PIGSPURT'S DAUGHTER by Daisy Campbell
7.30pm

THE CLASSES
Here's a list of all the classes that will be part of the Open Day.
Don't worry. We'll make sure everyone gets the chance to try them all!

MAKING THEATRE WITH STORYTELLING
Tutor: Oliver Senton

This is the perfect course for anyone who wants to make their own work but doesn’t know where to start.
Through storytelling and improvisation exercises, participants will produce a host of ideas for future development, and feel more confident about their ability to do so more easily in future.

Course Dates:TBC

MAKING THEATRE USING VISUAL AND PYSICAL TECHNIQUES
Tutor: Miriam King

This is the perfect course for anyone who wants to learn new methods of creating physical and visual theatre/performance work and fiind the right one to use in your own creative process.
Each week cover a different method - Laban 8 Effort Actions, Lecoq States of Tension, Butoh (moving from the imagination), Creating work by working with an object, Creating work by working with an item of clothing, and Creating work with a picture.

Course Dates:TBC

MAKING THEATRE AS AN ENTREPRENEUR
Tutor: Christina Morelli

Being an entrepreneur is one of the most difficult aspects for an artist and creative visionary to master. In addition to developing, perfecting and exploring your craft, you also need to understand business basics and how to market yourself in this fiercely competitive, do-it-yourself world. Understanding how to successfully navigate your industry starts with one main concept - understanding who you are and what your desired outcome is from your career. Topics covered will include networking basics, time management, utilizing free industry resources, and discovering your USP

Course Dates:TBC


MAKING THEATRE USING COMMEDIA DELL'ARTE
Tutor: Lee White

Commedia dell’Arte has had a major influence on comedy since its inception