This is an opportunity for an aspiring director to gain experience working on a theatre production produced by the Ventnor Exchange. You do not need to have any previous experience but you must be able to demonstrate a keen interest in theatre directing or a career in a similar role.
This placement is an opportunity to shadow the creative team on the production of Old Aged Puppets (OAP’s) throughout the R&D and rehearsal periods, with the option to also assist in previews and performances later in the year
You will learn about the etiquette of the rehearsal room, the relationships between the creative team, the craft of the actor and the technical rehearsal period etc. You will gain first-hand experience in a supported environment working alongside a director on a professional production.
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What happens to puppets when they retire? In Old Age Puppets we visit one seaside town to find out, as we discover the secrets to living well and growing old disgracefully!
Inspired by interviews with real centenarians, these are puppets like you’ve never seen before, let loose and ready to speak their minds! Commissioned by Ventnor Exchange with support from Arts Council England.
Practical info: Let us know a little bit about you and why you’d like this opportunity when you apply. You’ll then be invited to an informal interview which we’re happy to accommodate in person or via Zoom. If you’re selected for the role than rehearsals will take place over a two week period running from Monday 3rd May – Friday 14th May 2021 from 9am – 5pm.
This is an unpaid work shadowing role so we understand you may have other commitments and be unable to make every day of rehearsals. We will be as flexible as possible to accommodate this.
We are able to help cover travel costs and lunch throughout the placement. Rehearsals will take place at Ventnor Exchange which is located at 11 Church Street, Ventnor, PO38 1SW.
Opportunity Date & Time: Monday 3rd May – Friday 14th May 2021 (Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm)
