Intro to Building Forum Theatre (Level 1)
Part 1 - Online
Dates/time: April 7, 14, 21 (Monday evenings from 5:30p-8:30p)
Location: Zoom
Facilitators: Liz Morgan, Marcela Artunduaga & Ania Upstill
Part 1 of this training is a three-day workshop on how we use games, dramaturgy, Image Theatre, and Aesthetics of the Oppressed to explore stories of oppression in rehearsal. We will examine the theory and politics of the work while staying firmly rooted in practice. Our third day will focus on story-sharing in preparation for our in-person work.
Part 2 - In-Person
Dates/time: April 26-27 (Saturday & Sunday from 12-5:30p + an optional Saturday Social for unfacilitated questions, networking and fun!)
Location: Midtown, NYC
Facilitators: Liz Morgan & Marcela Artunduaga
During Part 2, participants will take their stories of oppression, build Forum Theatre scenes, and apply rehearsal exercises to refine them. Participants will also begin to practice jokering games and Forum Theatre.
The primary resource for this training will be The Wildcard Workbook. Readings will be assigned in-between sessions and we will explore chapters together on our feet as well.
This training is a collaborative process with other members of the workshop, we prefer participants attend for the full training time. We will save a limited number of spots for folks who can only join us for Part 1.
For any questions about this training, please contact Liz Morgan at [email protected]. To receive updates about future trainings, sign up for our mailing list.
Rates for the full training are on a sliding scale between $300-$700. You can apply to pay based on your financial means, the value you wish to receive, or your desire to support.Note: The standard rate for the full training is $525. This includes a suggested donation of $25 for the Wildcard Workbook download. Payment above the standard is a supportive rate that allows us to make this training accessible to those who cannot contribute the standard rate at this time. TONYC will not be evaluating your needs to determine your pay rate. We are asking each individual to make an honest self-assessment of their own needs as well as economic/institutional privilege to select their own fee with integrity and mindfulness. Those who are only available for Part 1 of the training are expected to pay a flat fee of $300.
Application: Please apply using this Google Form
Applications are due February 21. Confirmation of your application status will be sent by February 28. If you do not hear from us by that date please contact us.
If accepted into the training, a non-refundable $50 deposit will be required to reserve your spot by March 7th. The balance of your workshop fee is due by March 28th. Advance payment of workshop fees supports TONYC in opening spots to people on the waiting list. If your access to funds means you need a payment plan or adjusted payment schedule, please contact Liz at [email protected]
Training fees paid to TONYC are non-refundable during the 7 days before the training, and may not be credited to a future training. Exceptions will only be considered at TONYC's discretion.
If a group or organization is planning to apply for a group of participants, please submit individual applications, and include your affiliation in the “About Me” section. You are welcome to email Liz at [email protected] with questions about applications and payment.
TONYC reserves the right to adjust the programming above due to low enrollment or other extenuating circumstances. Participants may request a full refund in the event of a canceled or rescheduled workshop.