Project Title: The School of Planet Powers for Extraordinary Children

 

Company: EA Productions

 

Project Phase: Second Round of Research and Development

 

EA Productions, in partnership with Pontio and Fran Wen based in Bangor, North Wales are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Welsh Language Dramaturg to join the second research and development phase of our Arts Council Wales funded project, "The School of Planet Powers for Extraordinary Children." This immersive show aims to engage young audiences in environmental education through interactive storytelling and immersive theatre experiences.

 

Location:

Bangor, North Wales

Contract:

Paid: 5 Days

Project Phase

This opportunity marks the second research and development (R&D) phase of our project, funded by the Arts Council Wales. With your ability to weave Welsh and English together to create a truly bilingual experience, we aim to elevate this project to its performance stage, envisioned as the project's third phase.

Ideal Candidate

The perfect candidate will possess:

  • Proven experience in working in immersive theatre, especially tailored for children.
  • Adeptness in working through a devised process.
  • The ability to smoothly integrate both Welsh and English into a performance to ensure elegance and avoid clunkiness in creating a truly bilingual experience.
  • The ability to support performers whose first language may not be Welsh.
  • A comprehensive understanding of the nuances and constraints associated with Arts Council funded projects, particularly regarding timelines and deliverables.

Responsibilities

  • Working in a collaborative way with the Creative Director, Producer and Actors.
  • Working alongside the Makaton signer to create a trilingual experience that promotes inclusivity.
  • Implement a process that is inclusive, innovative, and child-friendly, ensuring an immersive and impactful experience for our audience.
  • Navigate the project within the scope of Arts Council Wales' guidelines and timelines.

How to Apply

To seize this remarkable opportunity, please submit the following materials to our application portal:

  1. Your CV, outlining your experience and qualifications.
  2. A short video, audio, or written document explaining your interest in joining EA Productions for this project and how your expertise aligns with our vision.
  3. Submit your application to eleanor@eaproductions.co.uk

Important Dates

  1. Closing Date: Wednesday 10th May
  2. Interviews: W/C 13th May
  3. Two weeks of R&D will be taking place during W/C 3rd June and W/C 10th June

This role is not just a job but a journey into the heart of children's theatre, offering the chance to make a significant environmental and educational impact. If you are passionate about immersive storytelling and have the skills to bring creative visions to life, we would love to hear from you.

Join us at EA Productions and help us turn "The School of Planet Powers for Extraordinary Children" into a reality, inspiring young minds to cherish and protect our planet.

EA Productions is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Closing date: 10/05/2024