Introduction to Forum Theatre workshop

Join Angela El-Zeind, artistic director of Speak Up! Act Out! for a fun and insightful two hours exploring the methods and games of Theatre of the Oppressed, and learn how to create a forum theatre perfromance.

This workshop is ideal for both actors and non-actors who are curious about using theatre for social impact. It is essential for practitioners, activists, educators, community workers, and engineers of positive change, who want to learn about creating spaces where activism and theatre can meet.

Forum Theatre is a powerful method which is used in a variety of settings and environments, with its main aim being to engage in conversations about positive social changes. It is a powerful, and dynamic way to initiate open conversation about issues and matters affecting our communities. Using games, storytelling, physical expression, and improvisation, participants will explore stories and themes, which impact their lives, in a warm, fun and well facilitated space. And what is ideal, is that you don't need to have previous experience of drama or theatre, to be involved.

For more information or to register your interest please email me, or book via this link: https://www.brightonfringe.org/events/fringe-academy-an-introduction-to-forum-theatre/

Angela El-Zeind is a Brighton-based applied arts facilitator, performing arts lecturer, theatre maker, and artistic director of Speak Up! Act Out! cic.

Her practice involves working in education, as well as with community groups, youth theatre companies, theatre makers, charities, corporations, and with individuals as a mentor and coach. With each of these collaborations Angela ensures that all participants feel comfortable to explore and express their thoughts and ideas creatively and safely, and that their stories are told as authentically as possible. She takes pride in my ability to create trusting environments where it is possible to explore challenging material and issues, with a mutually respectful and sensitive approach, whilst always ensuring that the wellbeing of those involved is a priority.

Angela regularly provides tailored creative programmes which can include workshops, training, and performances created with, and/or by participants, using a range of techniques including Forum Theatre, Verbatim, Role Play, Physical Theatre, and Improvisation.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Ledward Centre, 14a Jubilee Street, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom