Join us on the set of Peaky Blinders: The Rise to learn how to make Immersive Theatre!
Masterclass - 1pm-2.30pm
Hear from four immersive theatremakers in a panel discussion, as they discuss the best ways to establish the rules and 'world' of a production, develop satisfying branching narratives that reward curious audience members, and discuss performance styles for immersive performance.
- Neil Connolly - how Immersive Everywhere brought the world-famous tv shows Doctor Who and Peaky Blinders to the stage
- Terry O’Donovan - how Dante or Die explored the power of touch in a captivating one-on-one experience
- Owen Kingston - how Parabolic Theatre’s For King and Country put audiences at the centre of a military invasion and placed the fate of the nation in their hands
- Aileen Gonsalves - how Butterfly Collective pursue honest, authentic connected acting in immersive productions
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Workshop - 11am-12.30pm Strictly Limited Places
In addition, you can join us in the morning for a practical 'Acting for Immersive Theatre' workshop, on the set of Peaky Blinders: The Rise!
Led by Aileen Gonsalves (RSC Director and Artistic Director of Butterfly Theatre) and Hayley Cusick (Creative Director of Butterfly and The Immersive Acting School). This workshop will introduce you to the The Gonsalves Method, which is rooted in The Meisner Technique and has been developed exclusively over 10 years by Butterfly’s immersive industry professionals.
Click HERE to apply for the workshop! Deadline to apply is 5pm Tuesday 22 November. If you have not heard from us by midday Wednesday 23 November, unfortunately you have not been chosen to participate in the workshop.
Afterclass 2.30pm-4pm
Join us for a drink at The Farrier pub, to catch up with your Masterclass community and share ideas for immersive theatre productions! We will also be joined by some of the cast of Peaky Blinders: The Rise, who will be able to answer all your questions on performing in an immersive show!
See the show! 7pm- All attendees of the masterclass will receive a booking code to book a £15 ticket to see Peaky Blinders: The Rise at 7pm on Thursday 24th November. Finish your immersive day by seeing the show!
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