Mask Performing and Devising for Students

This engaging and fast-paced workshop introduces students to mask performance in the style of Vamos Theatre, showing how to create characters, develop clarity in communication and devise original work. The workshop empowers students to create their own mask theatre, get confident about devising and gain a better understanding of theatre vocabulary needed for the written elements of GCSE/AS/A level drama. The session is suitable for KS3 to degree level, and can be led by a deaf practitioner for students who are deaf or HoH - please let us know when booking.

The workshop will:
•    familiarise students with the basic skills of performing in full mask, focusing on physical clarity
•    develop students’ understanding of specific performance elements such as movement, gesture and pace, and how this helps in creating character and communicating intention
•    teach students important mask techniques such as internal monologue, clocking, punctuated movement and stillness
•    build  students’ confidence in the devising process, and encourage them to think creatively and clearly
•    encourage students to consider, and be able to critique, the importance of the performer/audience relationship
•    develop teamwork and group trust
•    allow shy or under-confident students to shine with the protection of a mask

For additional content in longer sessions, please see the Course Outline pdf

Booking details

Suitability: KS3 upwards
Course size: maximum 24 participants
Duration: 2hr/4hr/full day options
To book a workshop: contact us on 01905 312921 or email learning[at]vamostheatre.co.uk

Vamos Theatre is committed to a practice which protects children, young people and vulnerable adults from harm. You can read about our Safeguarding Policy here.