"As an aspiring director, Kristine is an inspirational character, because her actor-centred approach actually demonstrates her respect and faith in actors’ talents as well as her own specific art of providing the tools to find and make a performance."
Joshua Azouz, Sweet Cider Observer
Observers: The Arrival at Alchemy
16 – 22 April 2012
Application Deadline: 4 April 2012
Part of Southbank Centre’s Alchemy Festival
Tamasha would like to offer the opportunity to observe director Kristine Landon-Smith during the next phase of The Arrival. This placement would be particularly beneficial to directors and artists interested in physical theatre, circus and working closely with an actor’s cultural context and language.
Two observers will enjoy a one-week placement, observing Kristine as she leads actors and performers from Circus Space through five days of rehearsals and nine extract performances as part of the Southbank Centre’s Alchemy Festival. This opportunity is offered free of charge.
The Arrival is a new theatre-circus collaboration between Tamasha and Circus Space inspired by the graphic novel by Oscar-winner Shaun Tan - the story of a man who leaves everything to find work in a strange land.
How to Apply
Please write not more than 500 words about why you are applying, including:
- Why is this Observership important to you?
- What is it that you want to gain from this?
- Why is it important for you to observe Kristine's practice?
- How will this Observership benefit you and your professional work going forward?
Please also complete the Equal Opportunities form (download this here) and include your CV and full contact details (name, address, email and telephone).
Applications should be received by midday on Wednesday 4th April 2012 at the address below, marked ‘The Arrival Observership’ OR emailed to admin@tamasha.org.uk with ‘The Arrival Observership’ in the subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted after this date.
If you have any further questions about the Observership please ring 020 7749 0090 or email admin@tamasha.org.uk
Or to express an interest in future opportunities, please email the Tamasha office admin@tamasha.org.uk.