Can one approach the First World War by means of theatre? Yes, you can, say the members of ‘hidden shakespeare’, an improvisational theatre group. In their workshop they will show you how! The workshop is designed for non-actors but if you have experience in acting you are welcome to apply as well.
What do you associate with war in general and, more specifically, with the First World War? How can you express your associations and feelings? In this workshop, you will acquire the tools for a joint creative process. Together with the tutors you are going to explore the theatrical means of expression of body and voice and you will use these means to approach the subject of war from an artistic angle. You will not be asked to re-enact battle scenes of the First World War. Rather, your tutors are interested in your current associations and perspectives looking back on this historic period.
Prior to the actual workshop in Berlin you will be provided with material – most likely in the form of photographs, letters, paintings and texts which you can access online – to familiarize yourself with different aspects of the war period. Once you get to the HistoryCampus you will receive an introductory training session in the basics of improvisational theatre. Having acquired these tools you are going to create short scenes, tableaux vivants (‘living’ sculptures or photographs), as well as sound pieces that mirror your personal take on the First World War. The theatrical pieces will be performed not only at the final presentation but possibly throughout the Campus in all kinds of places – hallways, streets, cafeteria, etc.
Join this workshop if you would like to explore the universal language of theatre and create your very own performances dealing with the phenomenon of war.
Workshop speakers:
Mignon Remé & Rolf Claussen, hidden shakespeare GbR, Hamburg, Externer Link: www.hiddenshakespeare.de