CHARIOTEER THEATRE
11 Bank Lane, Forres
Morayshire IV36 1NU
Tel. +44 7765 096709
admin@charioteertheatre.co.uk
www.charioteertheatre.co.uk
The below is an example of a Charioteer Workshop - there are more available, including Commedia dell'Arte - Nov. 2010, so contact Charioteer Theatre for information. The Artistic Director, Laura Pasetti, is creating an international school for actors - well worth joining their mailing list to learn more, and you can see something of her vision here (You Tube).
THE FORM OF DUOLOGUE IN SHAKESPEARE
COURSE FOR EXPERIENCED ACTORS AND POSTGRADS
Dates: 18th April - 24th April 2009
Location: Dance-Drama Studio, Universal Hall, Findhorn - Moray
Timetable: 2pm to 7pm
This course is designed to help the actor to get acquainted with the structure of the Shakespearian language and speech, engage with the set of circumstances presented by a specific scene and create the energy to support the performance in a duologue.
Subjects of study will be:
Iambic pentameter and rhythm
Use of the space
Structure of the play
Establishment of the relationship between two characters
Construction of the scene
Construction of the character
A series of exercises will aim to support the actor’s work to put him/her in the best condition to understand the material, process it, own the text and ultimately deliver the performance.
Exercises will include:
Breathing and vocal training
Focusing
Body awareness and analysis
Energy awareness and building of Intensity on stage
Each participant will be allocated a part in a dialogue scene and can expect to take part in individual, pair and group work. Participants will be informed of scene allocation a few days in advance.
About the teacher: Laura Pasetti is an official member of the core teaching team at Piccolo Teatro of Milan Acting School and Accademia La Scala. For further information, please consult www.charioteertheatre.co.uk.
Each applicant should send his/her CV and a small photo together with a deposit cheque of £50. (CV and photo can also be sent via email)
The deposit is non-refundable. The place on the course is only confirmed on receipt of the deposit.
Cost: The total cost of the course is £160.
Accommodation: A list of B&Bs and hostels will be made available upon request.
Deadline for receipt of applications is Tuesday 14th April.