FORGE Workshop

FORGE is an inclusive, participatory workshop that offers insight into the devising practices and processes of the Rawcus room. 

The workshop invites participants to work alongside members of the Rawcus Ensemble and explore themes, provocations and questions from the company’s current show in rehearsals. Participants will be led through a series of physical exercises, text generation tasks and creative prompts that allow for on the floor exploration and discoveries.  FORGE is an experiential insight into methods of ensemble performance making. 

Where: Temperance Hall, 199 Napier St South Melbourne (map link)
When: Saturday March 21st
Time: 10am – 3pm
Cost: Free, via EOI process 

This workshop is suitable for anyone with an interest in inclusive performance practice. You must be 18 years or over. Suitable for people with and without a disability. The workshop will be Auslan interpreted. No prior performance experience is necessary. Places are limited (~20 participants), and attendees will be selected with an aim to bring together a diverse range of people and practices.

This project is supported through the Palais Theatre Community Fund.

IMPORTANT DATES:
EOIs Open 5 February
EOIs Close 26 February
Notification 5 March
Workshop 21 March

GETTING THERE:
Temperance Hall is near the 12 Tram line.

Tram 1 – Stop 24 (corner of Clarendon St and Park St)
Tram 12 – Stop 129 (corner of Park St and Clarendon St).

There are limited un-metered parking spaces directly outside Temperance Hall along Napier Street. There are free 2-hour (Mon – Fri,10.00 am – 6.00 pm) parking bays available on Napier Street and Church Street, including accessible spaces. Limited all-day parking is available on the Temperance Hall side of Church Street. Alternatively, all-day paid parking is available on Cecil Street. Bicycle parking hoops are located on the corner of Napier and Church Street adjacent to the Hall.

ACCESS INFORMATION:

  • The Main Hall is wheelchair accessible.
  • There is parking outside the venue, including accessible spaces on Napier St.
  • There are wheelchair accessible toilets at the venue.
  • The bathrooms are all gender. 
  • Everyone in the room will wear name tags. 
  • Two support workers, Rachel and Nilgun, will be present to support participation.
  • Participants can elect to bring their own support. If you would like to do this, please let us know in your application form.
  • The lighting is a combination of overhead fluorescent and natural light.
  • Rawcus will be providing Auslan interpreters at this workshop.
  • There is a corridor that participants can use as a quiet space. There is not a dedicated quiet room.
  • There will be a 45 minute lunch break. There are several cafes nearby, or you may choose to bring your own lunch.
  • Should you require further accessibility information or support please get in contact to discuss. 

HOW TO APPLY:
There are 3 ways to apply.
1.) Fill in the online form.
2.) Download the word doc form, fill it in, and email it to info@rawcus.org.au
3.) You may create a video or voice recording answer the questions on the form, if you prefer. Email the recording to info@rawcus.org.au

If you need assistance with this application please get in touch.

 

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