Meet the Designer and Head of Wardrobe

On Wednesday 29 May from 5.30-6.30pm join the Scottish Drama Training Network at the Citizens Theatre for a special Meet the Designer event.

Their highly successful series of events uniting industry professionals and those training in the arts, continues with Meet the Designer and Head of Wardrobe.  Gain a fascinating insight into the professional background and working lives of Neil Haynes, Head of Scenic Design and Elaine Coyle, Head of Wardrobe at the Citizens Theatre, followed by a Q and A session.

This event will suit any young people who aspire to work in this field.

29 May 2013
MEET THE DESIGNER AND HEAD OF WARDROBE
More info
Free but ticketed

TO BOOK contact Rachel at SDTN by email or phone 0141 270 8349.

Divided City in South Lanarkshire

Earlier this year we took our hit stage adaptation of Theresa Breslin's anti-sectarianism book Divided City to South Lanarkshire, where a talented team of students from local schools performed at Hamilton Town House.

There's an excellent 10min documentary from behind-the-scenes featuring footage from the show, interviews with some of the performers, Theresa Breslin and composer extraordinaire Claire McKenzie.

Watch it on Vimeo

You can buy a copy of the script for the stage adaptation along with the original book from our Box Office or online store.

CATALYST - Inspiring Art Ideas for Teachers

On 25 April, The Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts is running an extremely special Professional Development training day for just 30 teachers working with P4-P7 children. The day, which focuses on Drama and Dance builds on the success of our very popular training day last year and we would love you to take part.

Taking place at the Citizens Theatre, the day is designed to help integrate drama and dance into your teaching practice. During the day you will work with professional practitioners from Citizens Theatre and Scottish Ballet to build confidence in using these art forms. Workshops will teach techniques and skills that you will feel confident to use across the curriculum. Both workshops will have a fresh focus, so participants from last year are very welcome to come along again and learn new skills.

You can book by phone 020 3326 2230 or email or use the booking form on our website.

25 April 2013
9.30am - 4pm
MORE INFO/BOOKING FORM

Pre-Show Meet the Director

Following on from the success of our Meet the Actor events in October, Scottish Drama Training Network, in partnership with the Citizens Theatre, is delighted to offer teachers and students the opportunity to Meet the Director. And once again- it’s FREE!

This is a unique opportunity to meet award winning director Stewart Laing and gain a fascinating insight into the working life of a professional theatre director, followed by a Q&A session.

Stewart Laing photographed by Tommy Ga-Ken Wan for The Salon Project

This event also includes access to a special £4 ticket offer for The Maids on the same evening – a new interpretation of Jean Genet’s notorious play, in a translation by Martin Crimp.

MEET THE DIRECTOR
5.30-6.30pm
Followed by a performance of The Maids at 7.30pm.

BOOKING

For further info and details on how to book contact Scottish Drama Training Network directly.

Phone 0141 270 8349 or email Rachel.

Please note The Maids is recommended for 16+
(WARNING: Adult themes & scenes of a sexual nature)

Apply now for Young Co. 2013

For senior students and recent school leavers...

Led by Community Drama Director Neil Packham, Young Co. is now looking for new members. You can apply now to be part of the company in 2013. From total newbies to experienced performers, if you're aged from 18-22 years, we'd love you to be part of our company.

You can download full details of 2013 activities along with an application form on the Young Co. page on our website.

The deadline is 21 December, so make sure you act now before it's too late.

Post Show Discussions - Spring 2013

As well as our schools'-specific pre-show workshop Conjouring Doctor Faustus (for 14+), there will be free public Post Show Discussions available for 2 of our Spring shows. You may find these of interest for your senior students:

THE MAIDS
POST SHOW DISCUSSION
With Director Stewart Laing
Thu 24 January
Free with a ticket for the show.
The show is recommended for 16+
(WARNING: Adult themes & scenes of a sexual nature)

TAKIN' OVER THE ASYLUM
POST SHOW DISCUSSION
With writer Donna Franceschild and director Mark Thomson
Wed 20 February
Free with a ticket for the show
The show is recommended for 12+

More discussions may be announced.
Keep an eye on this blog for all news and workshops for schools.

Conjouring Doctor Faustus - workshop

DOCTOR FAUSTUS
PRE-SHOW WORKSHOP
For schools and student groups

Before a performance of our co-production with West Yorkshire Playhouse; Director, Dominic Hill will offer a unique and practical insight into the making of the production. Written by Christopher Marlowe, this version of Doctor Faustus will have two acts re-written by Colin Teevan.

Looking at how the script was developed, its contemporary resonances, casting and the physical production process backstage, this 2 hour workshop will explore the creative practices that come together to make the final show on stage.

Participants will also have the opportunity to pose their own questions and take part in the re-creation of a key scene.

For students and secondary pupils 14+

Wed 17 April | 4.30-6.30pm
(followed by show at 7.30pm)
£10 for workshop & show ticket

BOOKING
Call Box Office on 0141 429 0022 to book.

More info about Doctor Faustus