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Addressing Domestic Violence Through Forum Theatre a two year project delivered by Intercultural Roots funded by the Peabody Community Fund External Evaluation & Impact Report Year One - By Claire Burrell. The "Addressing Domestic Violence Through Forum Theatre" project, led by Intercultural Roots and funded by the Peabody Community Fund, has seen remarkable success in its first year. The workshops, expertly facilitated by Drs. Almiro Andrade and Andrea Maciel, have promoted personal growth, relational confidence, and community cohesion. As the project moves into its second year, commencing in late summer, those interested in participating should stay tuned for further information. The full evaluation and impact report by Claire Burrell, along with a related video, provides deeper insights into the project's significant achievements and future potential. ‘The report presents how the pioneering arts for health and social change organisation, Intercultural Roots, are using Forum Theatre (Boal, A.1992) to engage communities in the question; how do we live with violence? The two year project, which is funded by the Peabody Community Fund, is bringing together Peabody Housing tenants and local residents to discuss, express and explore issues of violence and conflict in their lives and local communities. At the conclusion of its first year, the report locates how the Forum Theatre workshops are creating safe spaces and holding secure boundaries for people to recall, enact and consider their subjective and collective concerns. The evaluation brings forward how this creative forum enables participants to refresh their experience of relational connectivity, promoting deeper understanding of how conflict manifests in each others lives and deepening a sense of belonging to community. The highly positive outcomes in the first year, locate how the project has successfully nurtured personal growth in the lives of participants, enhancing relational confidence, social change and the co-creation of community.’ Please read the full report: https://lnkd.in/evT6wf_9 Year 2 activities in London starting around Aug / Sept '24 - call out coming soon... #theatre #theater #performance #socialchange #forumtheatre #communitytheatre #participatorytheatre #theatreoftheoppressed #Boal #acting #actor #theatrelife #art #artsforchange #education #activism #advocacy #socialjustice #creativity #mentalhealth

Fantastic news .. congratulations to @Adrian Jackson and all the team of the wonderful Wolverhampton Grand Theatre and board of trustees, lead by chair Philip Barnett. This is excellent news for not only the theatre, but for Wolverhampton and The Black Country as a region. A large-scale Community Arts Hub development, including a 250-seat studio theatre, a further smaller scale performance space, rehearsal rooms, exhibition facilities, office and creative business space will open up new opportunities, engagement and drive visitors to the region. The exhibition/meeting and event space is much needed in the region, allowing the share of the industry worth £39.1 billion. The Value of Britain’s Events Sector – direct spend by segment Conferences and meetings – £19.9 billion 💥 Exhibitions and trade fairs – £11.0 billion 💥 Incentive travel and performance improvement – £1.2 billion 💥 Corporate hospitality and corporate events – £1.2 billion 💥 Outdoor events – £1.1 billion 💥 Festivals and cultural events – £1.1 billion 💥 Music events – £1.3 billion 💥 Sporting events – £2.3 billion Total= £39.1 billion Congratulations to all involved.

The buzzwords “trauma-informed practices” get a lot of ink these days, but we rarely stop to define them. A trauma-informed practice consists of 5 elements: 1) Recognize the pervasiveness of trauma in the world and seek to be responsive to this unfortunate reality 2) Become aware of trauma’s many personal and societal consequences 3) Anticipate how trauma survivors may respond to our words and actions 4) Do our part to create a world that does not cause further harm 5) Help to create a world that can foster growth, resiliency, and healing Learn how to add trauma-informed practices to your production at: https://lnkd.in/ga2w3_jt #film #theatre #dance #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲 | Orpheum Theatre As Planned Giving Director, David researches, identifies, and helps secure planned gifts for the theatre. It is his duty to ensure that the Orpheum’s staff and leadership team are equipped to solicit and accept these beneficial gifts. In short, Planned Giving is a donor’s intention to contribute a major gift to an organization, beyond their lifetime. Wealth Engine summed it up nicely when they said, “Unlike an annual gift (an outright gift made for current use), a planned gift is for the future." This program has rejuvenated the organizations various giving campaigns and sets up a future of success for the Orpheum Theatre. Explore Our Impact: https://bit.ly/4ctuwef #EngagedPhilanthropyPWA

Workie Ticket Theatre CIC are planning a reading of a short play and a post show discussion/workshop as part of a collaborative project with Women's Budget Group. The focus of the play is the impact of the cost of living crisis on women in the north east and our budget is limited. Our venue has fallen through, and we are hoping to find a (reasonably priced or free - shy bairns get nowt!) space in or around Central Newcastle that can accommodate up to 100 for a reading and post performance discussion on Thursday 10 October 2024. Ideally, we could utilise the space for the full day, but we could also rehearse elsewhere and only use the space for the actual event which is 5pm-6.30pm (we would require get in at 4pm). I have already contacted many of the well-known venues (museums, churches, lit and phil) but are there any other venues or spaces that people know of that I might not be aware of? We are very much open to non-theatre spaces - and particularly interested in anywhere that has a link to the theme of the project (cost of living, homelessness, domestic abuse). We also need a screen to project some quotes and statistics. Any thoughts? x

Just because you have a mic on doesn't mean your audience can hear you clearly. Here are some tips we love to use to help improve our diction: 🟢Practice tongue twisters 🔵Read aloud and practice your pace 🟢Exaggerate mouth movements 🔵Practice speaking up #theatre #art #community #nonprofitorganization #explore #tulsa #Oklahoma #worldstagetheatrecompany

Check out this blog post by our Board of Directors Chair, Derek Muller, CPRP!

10 ways to say "YES" to World Theatre Day: 1. Support your local non-profit and/or educational theatre with your time, talent, and/or energy. 2. Chant out loud: Theatre is life. 3. See a show, live and in person! There's nothing like the common bond of an audience built while watching live theatre. 4. Watch a recorded or streamed theatrical performance on a screen, either at home or in a public venue. 5. Plan a future theatre experience. 6. Read a script, book, or article about theatre. 7. Write your government representatives about the economic and societal values of local theatre. (Americans for the Arts have lots of research if you want or need numbers.) 8. Audition for a show. Be brave. You'll get applause. 9. Volunteer your technical, marketing, organizational, artistic, or other skills for a local production. 10. Embrace your ability to improvise (after all, you do it every day)! #worldtheatreday #supportlocaltheatre #AmericansfortheArts #nancyproofed

#Series - 25 Days to a New Beginning - Support groups. Today, let's dive into the impact of being part of uplifting support groups on our journey to success. In the pursuit of our aspirations, the company we keep matters. Whether it's Toastmasters for public speaking, a running group for marathon goals, or theatre club for stage performances, these communities have shared dreams and achievements. Our trajectory is shaped by those we spend the most time with. Support groups are transformative spaces where growth is not just encouraged but inevitable. Surround yourself with those who both inspire and challenge. With that said, happy to share a personal small win -  I got the Best Table Topic Speaker award in my inaugural Toastmasters International meeting in this new city!  Yaaayyyy! Let's build a network that takes us to new heights! #25DaysToANewBeginningKP #ProfessionalDevelopment #CommunityEngagement #ToastmastersAchievement #ProfessionalGrowth #networking #supportgroups #linkedin #publicspeaking #smallwin #moretocome #marathon #theatre #personalitydevelopment #newyear

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