Fundamentals of acting in 10 weeks, March-May 2023.
20 Stories High are proud to introduce a 10-week professional development programme led by Ameera Conrad, Associate Director for 20 Stories High, along with several incredible freelance specialists from around the UK.
WHO’S IT FOR?
Artists interested in performing who meet the following criteria;
aged 18-30
based in Merseyside
early career*
preference will be given to artists who have faced barriers when accessing training, for instance:
People from the Global Majority
People with barriers accessing education or training
LGBTQIA+ people
People who have faced financial challenges
Deaf and Disabled people
Migrant artists
People who have experienced mental and/or physical health challenges
People with extra responsibilities at home (e.g. primary caregiver for a relative or responsible for the care of children)
*By early career they mean either that you have little to no professional acting experience, or that you have some professional acting experience but no formal training in theatre.
WHAT IS IT?
A 10-week programme that will equip you with the tools necessary to walk into a rehearsal room with confidence in their craft – from demystifying jargon to practical skills building.
The 10 week programme will culminate in a scratch night performance for an invited audience.
HOW TO APPLY
Read through the application pack on their website, then fill out an Expression of Interest form and send a short video introducing yourself (just a quick hello on a phone or any device is fine!)
Deadline: Tuesday, 21st February 2023
Please send the above to Natasha Patel, Associate Producer – natasha@20storieshigh.org.uk
Alternatively, they welcome applications in video/audio format and BSL – please send a film/audio file answering the questions within the expression of interest form (no longer than 15 minutes)
If you have any additional access requirements to complete the expression of interest, including accessing equipment, please let them know and they will support this.