Ramps on the Moon: Directors Weekend
The REP is offering an exciting two-day artist development opportunity for emerging and established D/deaf and disabled directors and theatre-makers.
On Friday 24 and Saturday 25 May 2019 theatres and companies from across the Midlands will deliver practical workshops and Q&A sessions. These include RTYDS, RSC, Derby Theatre, JMK, Geese Theatre, Stan's Cafe, Women and Theatre and The REP.
The objective of the two-day event is to provide participants with an insight into different methods and processes used by directors, whilst allowing them to explore and discover new ways of approaching their work. The workshop will also offer information, guidance and advice on how to steer your directing career in the right direction.
As a Ramps on the Moon consortium partner The REP is committed to diversifying the talent in the building as well as providing opportunities for D/deaf and disabled artists. Our work was recognised by the UK Theatre Awards in 2018 when we were awarded the Promotion of Diversity Award. On the back of this, we want to introduce amazing talent from the Midlands to theatres and companies making innovative and exciting work in your local area.
The workshops will run for two full days on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 May at Birmingham Repertory Theatre. Participants will be expected to attend both days, so please check availability before applying. All applicants must identify as D/deaf and/or disabled.
To apply please send an email with an expression of interest to billy.coughlin@birmingham-rep.co.uk . Please include any access requirements or anything you think would be important for us to know. If you need any further information or want to discuss your requirements please contact Sarah-Katy.Davies@birmingham-rep.co.uk or 0121 245 2065.
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