Workshop

Finding Play

How can a sense of play help us create?

About the Workshop

“A play is play.” – Peter Brook, The Empty Space

Play is more than a rehearsal exercise—it’s a way of thinking, creating and connecting. It allows us to take risks, respond instinctively and discover ideas we could never have planned.

Finding Play is an energetic workshop for actors, performers, theatre makers, educators and anyone interested in creativity through performance. Through games, improvisation and ensemble exercises inspired by the traditions of Lecoq, Gaulier and contemporary devised theatre, participants explore how play can unlock creativity, deepen collaboration and build more confidence working in uncertainty.

Whether you’re an experienced performer or simply curious to discover a more playful approach, this workshop invites you to embrace uncertainty, trust your instincts and rediscover the joy of live performance.

Who Is It For?

Actors, performers, theatre makers, teachers, educators, early career artists.

What We Explore

– Discover the creative potential of play.
– Learn techniques for quietening the inner critic.
– Build confidence in improvisation and collaboration.
– Experience the freedom of creative risk-taking.
– Develop greater presence, responsiveness and ensemble awareness.
– Leave with practical games and exercises to continue exploring play in their own practice.

Workshop Options

Taster Workshop

2 hours

A focused introduction to the principles and practice of Finding Play.

Half-Day Workshop

4 hours

More time to explore the exercises and develop the work as a group.

Full-Day Workshop

Full Day

An extended workshop allowing for deeper exploration, experimentation and reflection.

Practical Information

Maximum Participants 24

Bring the Workshop to You

Finding Play can be brought to theatres, universities, drama schools, arts organisations and other groups. Get in touch to talk about what you’re looking for and we can shape the workshop to suit your participants and setting.

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