Staging Intimacy: For Producers of Stage & Screen

Delivered by Safe to Create. Facilitated by Sue Mythen

THIS WORKSHOP WILL COVER:

This workshop invites producers of stage and screen to learn basic tools for navigating the process of creating Intimate Content for performance whether on stage or screen.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate at least two years of professional experience as a producer in their art-form(s). Applicants must be 18+.

Participants must attend both mornings, Wed 20 & Fri 22 May, 9.30am – 12pm.

Topics will include:

• Support for creation of Intimate Content from casting, audition, rehearsal to performance and beyond
• Guidance on Intimacy Breakdown of a Script
• Hiring an Intimacy Coordinator
• Intimacy Coordinator Workflow
• Working with all relevant Departments in planning, rehearsal and performance
• Principles of consent-based practice
• Structuring Intimacy Rehearsals
• Running a Closed Set/ Rehearsal Room
• Providing ongoing support of all performers, creatives and crew
• Communication structures around staging Intimate Content
• Introduction to choreography of intimacy and movement language
• Guidance on documentation/ Nudity Riders and Contingency
• Crew briefings & Content Advisory
• Closure, deroling and After care

NOTE:

Please wear loose clothing as there will be some practical work.
This workshop takes place over two morning sessions; attendance at both is required.

NB: Please note that this workshop is not training to become an intimacy professional but is an introduction to principles that can influence current practice.