What makes writer–performer collaboration joyful, ethical and effective? This workshop explores shared language, trust-building, dramaturgical dialogue and co-creation strategies through practical exercises and text exploration.
Using their current project, Release, as a case study, Blown Fuse and playwright Kate Austen will discuss their collaborative process delivering workshops with women in the criminal justice system, and how those lived experiences shaped and drove the narrative of the new play. Participants will gain insight into working with communities and writers to create bold, truthful and socially-engaged theatre.
About Blown Fuse
Blown Fuse Theatre Company makes innovative projects for inquisitive minds.
Working with the local community in initial stages of the creative process, authenticity of experience and inclusivity for all are at the heart of what we do.
The company is made up of Michelle Barrington & Eleanore Frances, two female multidisciplinary artists who create new performance possibilities by exploring the combination of storytelling, theatre and technology. We are currently delivering a long-term project working in women’s prisons and with those on probation.
We are passionate about supporting the creativity and development of skills of young people and emerging artists, and offer various workshop programmes.
Who is it for?
Fuse Box is designed for both emerging and established theatre-makers, including:
Actors
Writers / Playwrights
Directors
Theatre Makers
Multidisciplinary Performance Artists
If you’re looking to learn something new, develop your practice, or expand your professional network, each workshop will provide opportunities to:
Build new performance and storytelling skills
Enhance existing techniques
Collaborate with fellow artists in the room
Support skills-sharing between independent artists, companies and emerging makers.
Cultivate a connected, confident and collaborative network of theatre artists across Essex and London.
Participants may attend the full programme or select individual workshops that best support their needs.
Participants must be 18+
When?
Weekly, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Over 6 weeks from January to March
Access & Inclusion
We warmly welcome all participants, including those with access needs, and we are committed to doing our best to accommodate individual requirements. While we cannot guarantee step-free access at all of our workshops, we will always work with you to find the most suitable arrangements and ensure you feel supported. If you have any access needs or questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at blownfusetheatre@gmail.com so we can discuss how to make your experience as comfortable as possible.
QUERIES
Please contact us at blownfusetheatre@gmail.com for any questions or queries.