Our Drama and Theatre degree gives you the opportunity to create, perform, and examine innovative theatre and performance. The programme is led by experts in drama and theatre research, professional performers, theatre makers, and industry specialists, this course is designed to prepare you for a range of careers in drama, theatre, and the cultural industries. Students will explore theatre and performance from a variety of current and global perspectives, including different cultures, histories, politics, aesthetics and ethics, you can develop a detailed understanding of theatre and its important place in our modern lives.
To find out more about our BA Hons Drama & Theatre programme please visit the BA Hons Drama & Theatre Website.
The following events are available for you to book, but we are also keen to offer bespoke events tailored to the interests and needs of you or your students.
Workshop 1
Title: Performance beyond theatre: ritual, play, and pop culture.
Duration:
Description:
In this session, practices such as rituals and ceremonies, everyday social events such as diverse forms of play, and new pop culture trends, will be explored.
Workshop 2
Title: Finding the spark: Where do plays come from?
Duration: 1 hour
Description:
In this workshop we will explore the origins for starting the process of writing a play. We will discuss the importance of ‘liveness’ when writing for the stage. This workshop will seek to answer: How can writers generate an idea for writing a play?
Workshop 3
Title: How to write a play
Duration: 1 hour
Description:
How do we write a play? This workshop will explore the process of taking an idea, and explore the tools and methods that can be utilised to transfer ideas towards becoming a piece of performance writing.
Workshop 4
Title: The Curious Incident of the Dog in The Night-Time
Duration: 1 hour
Description:
The Curious Incident of the Dog in The Night-Time – script and physical theatre companion workshop.
Workshop 4
Title: How to read a play: Enjoyment and Analysis
Duration: 1 hour
Description:
A practical workshop that introduces students to the fundamentals of how to read a play. What are we looking for when we open a text? How can we appreciate narrative, character, and theme to enhance our understanding of theatre? What is dramaturgy? What is stagecraft? How do we know if something is good or if it sucks? Is that even the right way to think about it? If not, why not?
If you would like to book a workshop please email Sam Cable at scable@lincoln.ac.uk with the following information:
1. Name of school/ college
2. The programme and title of the activity you wish to book
3. Suggested available dates that you can make to schedule the activity
We look forward to hearing from you!