Devised Plays with Young People

This course is designed to build on the introductory course, shifting focus from group facilitation to directing a production and devising original theatre by integrating the ideas of the young people. It explores the director's preparation and planning roles, presents different ways of engaging young people in the rehearsal process, and presents rehearsal techniques from a youth-centered perspective. Participants learn how to successfully manage students with various levels of acting experience and study a range of exercises for generating ideas from young people and then developing those ideas into a theatrical form. The course culminates with an opportunity to devise and rehearse original pieces of theatre with members of the CAT (Creative Arts Team) Youth Theatre. Practical experience with theatre development and production or at least one college level course in theatre is required.