Bristol Physical Theatre Project

RAM theatre festival 2024 are seeking clown/comedy acts for their end of festival cabaret on 28th of September 2024 this is a paid gig working off of box office split. A technician will be provided and guaranteed to be a warm and encouraging environment and a lot of fun!
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Open call for Bristol-based performers!

Open call for Bristol-based performers!

We are looking for 3 physical performers to participate in the research and development stage for our new project PUNCH, led by Ignė Barkauskaitė and co-produced with Bristol Old Vic in partnership with Empire Fighting Chance.

PUNCH draws inspiration from the true-life experiences of young individuals who have overcome significant challenges with the support of Empire Fighting Chance, an award-winning charity located in Easton, Bristol.

We are inviting expressions of interest from performers who would like to take part in an open workshop audition in Bristol on the 22nd of May.

Want to know more? Head over to www.projekteuropa.org/callout and get in touch before May 6th!

This is a quick reminder that the Early Bird offer for the 3-day theatre clown workshop on 4-6 May in Bristol ends on Monday, the 8th of April.

Whether you're an experienced performer or new to the world of clowning, this workshop is an opportunity to deepen your skills, focus on your creativity, and connect with a community of creatives.

Clown work is a profound practice which benefits every performer - and human - who wants to feel more grounded, open and present. It offers a subtle yet powerful form of performance that demands acute listening, empathy, and emotional generosity, allowing us to delve deep into our inner world and find humour in our shared humanity. Within the vast spectrum of clowning, performers discover a landscape where they can explore their unique presence on stage, embodying what feels most authentic and enjoyable for them. It's not about forcing or doing a lot; instead, it's a process of being and allowing - and sometimes enduring -, where we surrender to the natural flow of the moment, letting things evolve organically. This style is uniquely about you, where you are encouraged to be intensively and unapologetically yourself. Come on board and tell your friends - some places are still available!

Email: [email protected]

ATTENTION Emerging artists!

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🌸 UPCOMING TRAINING! 🌸

The Red Nose: 2-day Theatre Clown Intensive

Date: 20-21 April, 2024

Location: Fourth Monkey in London.

Time: 10-17

Prices: £125 Early Bird until 1 April.

This workshop is inspired by the teachings of Jacques Lecoq and is for actors, theatre-makers, musicians, dancers, circus performers and the curious who would like to explore the realm of the theatre clown. During the workshop you will:

- research and develop your clown
- play in solo and ensemble improvisations
- understand your clown’s relationship with an audience
- capture your clown’s physical impulses
- work physically and use your body as an instrument for creation
- explore a range of ideas that can be developed into a clown performance


For those who’d like to go deeper and have an extra day (as well as more time per day this time):

The Red Nose: 3-day Theatre Clown Intensive

Date: 4-6 May, 2024 (Bank Holiday weekend).

Location: The Desperate Men in Bristol.

Time: 10-17 all days.

Prices: £160 Early Bird until 8 April.

Email: [email protected]

🦅 ATTENTION EARLY BIRDS! 🦅

This workshop is inspired by the teachings of Jacques Lecoq and is for actors, theatre-makers, musicians, dancers, circus performers and the curious who would like to explore the realm and possibilities working with the smallest mask in the world - the red nose. It is open to everyone with or without clowning experience. No specific knowledge or background is needed, more important is the passion, empathy, curiosity and desire to explore. The workshop is physical and movement-based. There’s time for observation, participation, feedback and reflection.

This workshop will help you:

- develop your clown
- play in solo, duo and trio clown improvisations
- understand your clown’s relationship with an audience
- capture and follow your clown’s physical impulses
- work physically and use your body as an instrument for creation
- offer a range of ideas that can be developed into a clown performance

£150 EARLY BIRD until 16 February 2024.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

DATES/TIMES: 1,2,3 March 2024, 12.30-5.30 PM

VENUE: Space 238 (Bristol)

PRICES: £225 (full) £180 (students, everyone under 30) £160 (low-income, regular returners)

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The next 3-day theatre clown workshop will take place on 19-21 January at in Bristol.

Join us for a joyful exploration of our humanity, connection, playfulness and laughter through movement, improvisation and Lecoq-inspired ensemble work.

Early Bird applies until the 31st of December!
Send us a message for more information 🤍

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