Warning: limited number of places!
Bookings for this workshop will open on March 17.
This practical workshop invites artists to explore how randomness and playful collaborative tools can unlock new creative possibilities in Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA). Through spontaneous and fun exercises, participants will discover how chance can inspire fresh ideas and foster collaboration across cultural and linguistic boundaries. The session emphasises artistic openness, encouraging participants to break out of familiar routines and to embrace new approaches in their creative practice. Participants will engage with random prompts and explore challenging topics of their own choosing, fostering deeper reflection on key issues in TYA. This playful process encourages participants to tackle difficult themes in a supportive, dynamic environment. By the end of the workshop, participants will have gained practical tools for overcoming creative barriers, a deeper understanding of collaboration across cultural and linguistic differences, and hopefully some inspiration for their future practice. They will also form meaningful connections with international TYA artists, fostering opportunities for future collaboration.
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About the Artists
Vigdis Jakobsdottir (she/her) is an Icelandic theatre director, educator and cultural facilitator. Vigdis served on the Executive Committee of ASSITEJ for six years, including three as vice president (2014-2017), advocating for international collaboration and access to the arts for young audiences. For eight years, she was the Artistic Director and CEO of the Reykjavik Arts Festival, Iceland's largest multi-arts festival, where she prioritised making the arts accessible to diverse audiences. Vigdis has directed performances at the National Theatre of Iceland and led educational initiatives, including as Head of Education at the National Theatre (2002-2011) and Programme Director for MA studies in Theatre Education at the Iceland Academy of the Arts (2002-2016). She is also the founder of Þjóðleikur – The National Youth Theatre Festival in Iceland and the TYA festival Ungi in Reykjavik.
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TARGET AGE GROUP
18+ -
AGE CLASSIFICATION
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REASON FOR CLASSIFICATION
- Professional Content
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Studio MOD - Friche la Belle de Mai -
LOCATION
Friche la Belle de Mai -
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ACCESSIBILITY INFO
All locations at La Friche are accessible to people with disabilities, in wheel chair in particular. Our reception teams are at your disposal to best answer your questions regarding your reception and movement in our spaces.
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