This project is the first step in Ensonglopedia developing a new inclusive theatre company. It will bring together deaf, disabled and neurodivergent performers and creatives for a collaborative research and development (R&D) week, exploring ideas for a new multimedia show. Over five days, we will begin developing Project Plantlife (working title): an interactive, immersive theatre experience exploring plant lifecycles and their vital role within our ecosystem. This R&D week is not about creating a performable work-in-progress version, nor coming up with any definitive designs, but about experimentation, play and discovery. The process will be intentionally non-hierarchical, with everyone working as equal collaborators across disciplines. We have an access budget to support individual needs, so everyone can work in a way that suits them. In the room will be Ensonglopedia's Artistic Director (John) and Dramaturg (Laura), alongside performers and designers recruited through this call-out, all contributing their skills, perspectives and creativity to help shape the foundations of the piece. The R&D will focus on exploring how a sensory-rich performance environment could support young audiences to engage on their own terms and interact with the work in ways that feel intuitive and accessible. The R&D days will take place at the University of Sussex, Falmer so we are looking for people based in or within commuting distance of the Sussex coast. Deadline to apply: 11th May Fee: £190 per day (freelance), plus up to £25 per day for travel We have budget available to support access requirements, including BSL interpreters, Access Support Workers, and additional travel support (e.g. taxis). We'll discuss individual requirements with those joining the R&D to make sure the week is accessible for everyone. We are looking for designers with experience in areas such as set, costume, lighting, sound and digital interactivity. Ideally you will have: - Around three years' experience in design, or similar experience gained through working on two or three arts projects What to expect in the room: - A focus on collaborative exploration - not creating a work in progress or finished piece To apply please: Complete the questions on the Google Form (you’ll also be asked to upload your CV and include a link to examples of your work) Please feel free to answer the questions either through the form itself, or via a short video or voice recording of about 3 minutes and send it to [email protected] The deadline is 11th May at 5pm. If you have any questions then please email John Hinton onJob Summary
Job Description
Interviews: 18th, 19th, 20th May
R&D Dates: 29th, 30th June, 1st, 2nd, 3rd July
Each person invited to take part will be asked to attend 3 of the R&D dates.Job Requirements
- Experience working collaboratively as part of a creative team
- An interest in working across disciplines and contributing beyond your main area of practice
- Openness to exploratory, process-led work rather than focusing on a finished outcomeJob Responsibilities
- Working across multiple creative areas: music, movement, character, digital interactivity
- Everyone contributing to discussions across disciplines, with performers helping shape design ideas and designers contributing to character, music and other creative decisions
- The space to work at your own pace, with regular breaks built in
- A chill-out area available to use at any time
- Support in place to meet individual access requirements Useful Links
How to Apply
Complete our Equal Opportunities form (linked above)
[email protected]