Visual theatre allows for the imagination to soar, and for the constant surprising transformation of prop and puppet design elements, location and character, all through the lens of contemporary theatre making practice.

Whether transforming an existing text, devising a new concept, or exploring the conventions of visual theatre, this workshop provides a solid grounding in building breath-taking images, exquisite transitions, small and large scale perspective, and cohesive ensemble performance.

Workshop contents include:

• Conceptual and storyboarding exercises
• Design and construct props & puppets using readily available materials
• Devise content in groups, considering light, scale, music, shape and form
• Discuss constructive feedback
• Polish and present rehearsed performances

Visual theatre techniques: Transformation Techniques, Storytelling, Small and Large Scale Perspective, Puppetry, Design Elements, Handheld Lighting and Performance Technologies, Object Theatre, Ensemble Performance, World Building.

Drama curriculum links: Visual Theatre, Contemporary Performance, Puppetry and Children's Theatre, Devising and Ensemble Performance.

You can choose a variety of visual theatre elements for the focus of your workshop.