Fishamble offers its very first Dramaturgy Development Programme in June 2020.
120 new plays are produced on average on the island of Ireland every year. One of the key elements of these new works is the creative dramaturgical input to make the best possible works for the public. Fishamble seeks to support the development of, and conversation about, dramaturgy, in order to help practitioners deepen their craft for the benefit of the sector. This programme is for people engaged in dramaturgical practice.
AIMS
- to enlarge discussion of role and function of new work dramaturgy.
- For participants to develop their practice through discussion.
- For participants to gain concrete thoughts about one project that they are working on.
DEADLINE
Applications close, 20th April.
The programme takes place over 2 days. At the moment it is planned to go ahead from 6-7 June in Dublin, but this may be subject to change. Please note that should Covid-19 restrictions still apply, we will look to go forward in an online format.
Each participant will be paid a rate of €175 per day for their participation.
The weekend will comprise of a panel discussion with leading practitioners in the field, followed by two days of looking at contemporary new works, and projects that the participants are currently working on and wish to discuss. We do require that participants attend with a specific project in mind.
Places limited to 8 people.
HOW TO APPLY
Read the guidelines and the FAQs below, and then submit your application via the link. The form cannot be saved, so please take note that the form will require the following:
AIMS
- to enlarge discussion of role and function of new work dramaturgy.
- For participants to develop their practice through discussion.
- For participants to gain concrete thoughts about one project that they are working on.
DEADLINE
Applications close, 20th April.
The programme takes place over 2 days. At the moment it is planned to go ahead from 6-7 June in Dublin, but this may be subject to change. Please note that should Covid-19 restrictions still apply, we will look to go forward in an online format.
Each participant will be paid a rate of €175 per day for their participation.
The weekend will comprise of a panel discussion with leading practitioners in the field, followed by two days of looking at contemporary new works, and projects that the participants are currently working on and wish to discuss. We do require that participants attend with a specific project in mind.
Places limited to 8 people.
HOW TO APPLY
Read the guidelines and the FAQs below, and then submit your application via the link. The form cannot be saved, so please take note that the form will require the following:
- Basic information about yourself
- Your bio and relevant experience
- A few lines about yourself (100 words)
- What you hope to achieve from this programme (200 words)
- A description of the specific project you're working on (200 words).
FAQs
What is dramaturgy?
This programme is aimed at professional theatre practitioners working with playwrights and/or collectives to help them produce the best new work they can for the public. The focus on dramaturgy in this sense is on the skills to help playwrights and others achieve their best. It is script-centred but also includes looking at a range of different working practices, in both cases from initial impulse, to production and runs of all kinds of theatrical new works.
I'm a playwright and I want to learn what dramaturgy is. Is this the course for me?
The course has a practical element, which is each participant to bring and discuss a project they are working on in the role of dramaturg. So, though playwrights (and other professionals) are very welcome, it would be preferable if your prime focus was on practical dramaturgical practice in this case.
I have an idea for a play. Is this the course for me?
No, that would be better served via a Fishamble Playwriting Course.
I'm directing an upcoming play and I don't have a dramaturg - can I do the course to learn about it?
Yes. In the contemporary theatre world many people are expected to be multi-skilled and/or perform distinct roles at various times. This would be an ideal course for a director to expand their skill-set via looking at a particular project.
I can only attend one of the days. Is this ok?
No. Fishamble wishes to make best use of resources and so people able to commit to the two days will be given priority.
What do I need to prepare in advance?
You will be provided with reading materials and suggestions as to what you might prepare three weeks prior to the course.
Can I take part if I'm not in Dublin?
It is expected that the course will be delivered live. The weekend nature is to make it as accessible as possible to people from outside of Dublin. Should Covid-19 restrictions still apply, the the nature of the course may change to an online format. If you cannot attend Dublin on the dates but are interested please keep in touch with the above in mind.
I don't live or work in Ireland. Can I take part?
See above.
I'm co-dramaturg with another person on a project: can we both take part?
Yes. However, depending on demand we may wish to make the maximum impact with the slots available. Please do put in a joint application, but be prepared to be asked if you are willing for one only to attend.
What is dramaturgy?
This programme is aimed at professional theatre practitioners working with playwrights and/or collectives to help them produce the best new work they can for the public. The focus on dramaturgy in this sense is on the skills to help playwrights and others achieve their best. It is script-centred but also includes looking at a range of different working practices, in both cases from initial impulse, to production and runs of all kinds of theatrical new works.
I'm a playwright and I want to learn what dramaturgy is. Is this the course for me?
The course has a practical element, which is each participant to bring and discuss a project they are working on in the role of dramaturg. So, though playwrights (and other professionals) are very welcome, it would be preferable if your prime focus was on practical dramaturgical practice in this case.
I have an idea for a play. Is this the course for me?
No, that would be better served via a Fishamble Playwriting Course.
I'm directing an upcoming play and I don't have a dramaturg - can I do the course to learn about it?
Yes. In the contemporary theatre world many people are expected to be multi-skilled and/or perform distinct roles at various times. This would be an ideal course for a director to expand their skill-set via looking at a particular project.
I can only attend one of the days. Is this ok?
No. Fishamble wishes to make best use of resources and so people able to commit to the two days will be given priority.
What do I need to prepare in advance?
You will be provided with reading materials and suggestions as to what you might prepare three weeks prior to the course.
Can I take part if I'm not in Dublin?
It is expected that the course will be delivered live. The weekend nature is to make it as accessible as possible to people from outside of Dublin. Should Covid-19 restrictions still apply, the the nature of the course may change to an online format. If you cannot attend Dublin on the dates but are interested please keep in touch with the above in mind.
I don't live or work in Ireland. Can I take part?
See above.
I'm co-dramaturg with another person on a project: can we both take part?
Yes. However, depending on demand we may wish to make the maximum impact with the slots available. Please do put in a joint application, but be prepared to be asked if you are willing for one only to attend.
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