Our MA in Collaborative Theatre Making is in @TheStage too! @rosebruford https://t.co/M0Gb6eUcOS
We've had so many applications already! Keep them coming! #LetMePlayTheLionToo https://t.co/f1zZtVeRca
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OPEN AUDITIONS: Let me Play the Lion Too, Told by an Idiot Told by an Idiot are looking for 6 D/deaf or disabled and 6 non disabled performers with an openness, curiosity and a desire to play to join us for a unique initiative in collaboration with the Barbican. Let Me Play The Lion Too is a project routed in improvisation and it revels in the skill and spontaneity of the performer. Actors with a limited experience of improvising but with a desire to become creators of their own work are invited to apply for group auditions leading to the formation of a mixed ensemble of performers who will explore the energy, spirit, and anarchy of Commedia del Arte. This project is part of the Sky Arts Art 50 scheme, which will explore what it means to be British at such a pivotal moment in our history. The intensive two-week period of improvisation intends to empower those taking part to take responsibility for their creativity, to push their creativity in new ways, and looks to address diversity in the wider arts infrastructure. We are looking for performers who are excited by this opportunity and ready to take the first steps into creating their own work. The project will run for two weeks and culminate in 3 improvised events at the Barbican. This is a paid opportunity. To apply for an audition, please contact amandacastro@toldbyanidiot.org.uk with your CV and a short note as to why you would like to take part in this opportunity. The deadline for applications is 4pm on Friday 11th August. Auditions: Tuesday 29th August, Wednesday 30th August, Friday 1st September (10.30am – 1pm) Recalls: Tuesday 5th September, Wednesday 6th September, Friday 8th September (times TBC) Project dates: Monday 19th February 2018 – Sunday 4 March 2018 Image: Jonathan Keenan https://www.toldbyanidiot.org/taught/workshops/LetMePlayTheLionToo/auditions
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Exciting programme ahead from @toldbyanidiot93 https://t.co/j6db4CnvDL
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Our popular Director's course led by our Artistic Director Paul Hunter is back for the 8th year running from 2 - 6 October 2017! The course explores some of the crucial aspects of devising, including establishing trust, creating a playful atmosphere, liberating the performer, generating material (verbal and physical), editing and the relationship with the creative team. Participants will gain a unique insight into Told by an Idiot’s devising process from a Director’s perspective. The course is suitable for established and emerging directors and performers who have an interest in directing. Book your place before it sells out, early bird rate available until 14 August! More information here: https://www.toldbyanidiot.org/taught/workshops/
Read moreAnnouncing #NapoleonDisrobed directed by Kathryn Hunter, with Artistic Director Paul Hunter as Napoleon! #newshow… https://t.co/iC0v2po2MB
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If you're on our mailing list you will have received an email FULL of Idiot updates this afternoon. We've been secretly keeping quite a few shows and projects up our sleeves for the last few weeks, one of which being our newest show NAPOLEON DISROBED which will be touring in early 2018! ...if you want to be among the first to receive Idiot news, you can sign up for our mailing list here: http://eepurl.com/bXFkuP NAPOLEON DISROBED What if Napoleon didn’t die in exile? What if he swapped identities with a lowly sailor and made it back to Paris? What then? One of the UK’s most unique theatre companies creates this poignantly moving and wryly humorous re-imagining of the final years of Napoleon Bonaparte. Using their trademark comic physicality Told by an Idiot explore the absurdity of trying to retrieve time and glory.An irreverent and hugely playful show about what it is to lose immense power but gain personal freedom; to transition from one identity to another, and to lose public face. Following their collaboration on the smash-hit My Perfect Mind (‘there’s nothing quite like it... wild and funny with a serious core’ Times 4 stars) Paul Hunter will take the role of Napoleon under the direction of Award-winning actor and director Kathryn Hunter. A Told by an Idiot Theatre Royal Plymouth and Arcola Theatre production more information: https://www.toldbyanidiot.org/productions/napoleon-disrobed/
Read moreAnnouncing #NapoleonDisrobed directed by Kathryn Hunter, with Artistic Director Paul Hunter as Napoleon! #newshow… https://t.co/iC0v2po2MB
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ONE APPOINTMENT LEFT FOR MONDAY'S DOCTOR'S SURGERY! Appointment time: 11:40am It won't be available for long! Are you a young deviser or a young devising company? Are you stuck? Wrestling with stuff in your process? Then take this opportunity for a free appointment with the Idiot Doctor and chat your ideas through (confidentially of course). Paul Hunter, Artistic Director of Told by an Idiot will talk through your creative project with you, act as a sounding board for ideas and offer advice and guidance. Contact amandacastro@toldbyanidiot.org if you'd like more information, or to book your appointment!
Read moreBrilliant show this evening from 15 wonderful honorary Idiots @rosebruford @WeAreUglyDuck #MAEnsembletheatre.
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Over the past few months, we've been busy working with Rose Bruford College MA Ensemble Theatre students in devising their final show, with an Idiot spin! Our Associate Idiot, Stephen Harper directs the students in 'Saudade', which tells the stories created by the 15 colourful individuals linked by a common undeniable thirst for storytelling. Tickets are available now for performances on 16-17th June!
Read moreVery excited about this! #newwriting @rosebruford #emergingartists https://t.co/2axOtswHho
We're in Luxembourg on Friday! Our co-founder, John Wright is leading a workshop @LesTheatresVDL, introducing direc… https://t.co/yUpTQqfXR0
Our Artistic Director Paul Hunter is currently in @youngvictheatre's #LifeofGalileo, with a string of great reviews… https://t.co/BLgR7FHtBU
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Over the past few months, we've been busy working with Rose Bruford College MA Ensemble Theatre students in devising their final show, with an Idiot spin! Our Associate Idiot, Stephen Harper directs the students in 'Saudade', which tells the stories created by the 15 colourful individuals linked by a common undeniable thirst for storytelling. Tickets are available now for performances on 16-17th June!
Read moreOur Associate, Stephen Harper directs @rosebruford MA Ensemble Theatre students in their final devised show! https://t.co/fsSjLUKVHV
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Things have been nice and busy over at Idiot HQ - we ran our first Doctor's surgery (thanks to all who booked an appointment, the next one will take place in June), ran a clowning workshop for the young company at Southwark Playhouse and spent an awesome afternoon at Middlesex University learning about ways to use new technologies to engage young people in creative projects!
Thanks @RADA_London. Loving our Fish and Chips late on a Friday afternoon! We may have our office in your attic, but u never forget us!
We can’t wait to get cracking on our #LetMePlayTheLionToo with @barbicancentre & @skyarts, looking at lack of diversity on stage in Britain!
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Interesting conference at the University of Greenwich this summer.. "Breaking Convention 2017: 4th International Conference on Psychedelics" ...may give you a clue to an Idiot show coming up in the not too distant future!
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Much, much gratitude to the eminent doctor Paul Hunter @toldbyanidiot93 for his sage advice on all things theatrical. Well worth a visit!
Great #DoctorsSurgery today. If you'd like to discuss your creative project with our Idiot Doctor, keep an eye out… https://t.co/9NFDcQjrzs
We're super grateful to Paul Hunter @toldbyanidiot93 for advice on 'The Frogs'. He and Idiot @67Harper are total in… https://t.co/mnUIXmx5HC
