Theatre for All

“Theatre for All” initiative offers free theatre workshops to participants from diverse backgrounds, including students, local communities, and those facing financial hardship. The goal is to remove barriers to theatre training and create an inclusive space where people of all skill levels can engage with various theatre forms, facilitated by experienced practitioners in physical theatre, puppetry, musical theatre, visual art, Immersive Arts and more.

Objectives

• To democratize access to theatre training by removing financial barriers.
• To create an inclusive, creative space that welcomes individuals of all skill levels and backgrounds.
• To introduce participants to a diverse range of theatre forms and practices.
• To foster a sense of community, confidence, and collaboration through the performing arts.

Who Can Apply?

We welcome applications from individuals based in Kent who meet one or more of the following:
• Have had limited access to arts or theatre opportunities, including those from lower socio-economic or working-class backgrounds.
• Are interested in theatre, with or without prior experience.
• Are returning to theatre after time away.
• Are members of the local community.
• Are refugees or asylum seekers.
• Are members of the global majority.

Free Masterclasses

• 10 January, Saturday, 1PM – 5 PM: Paul Smethurst
• 12 January, Monday, 1PM – 5 PM: Roanna Mitchell
• 13 January, Tuesday, 1PM – 5 PM: James Frost
• 17 January, Saturday, 1PM – 5 PM: Steven Kavuma

Venue

Jarman Studio 1, Jarman Building, University of Kent, 007 Giles Ln, Canterbury CT2 7UG

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