The Next Stage 2010

Sept 30 – Oct 17
10am – 6pm daily with performances most evenings

 

Described by past participants as “career changing,” a “rare amount of inspiration” and “a once in a lifetime opportunity,” The Next Stage is the artist development strand of the Festival. This challenging programme, spanning all 18 days of the Festival, is an intense combination of exposure to the highest quality theatre and active participation.

In addition to a nearly exhaustive schedule of performances, there is a series of talks and workshops led by some of the world’s leading theatre makers. Past workshop leaders/speakers include Stephen Rea, Lloyd Newson, Declan Donnellan, Anne Bogart and Tim Crouch. Up to eighteen Irish theatre practitioners from all disciplines will be chosen to participate in this intimate programme. Participation is by application only, with the exception of the Absolut Fringe Wild Card selection.

Closing date Friday Aug 27, 12 noon

What is the cost?

The fee is €250 per participant, thanks to generous funding from Irish Theatre Trust, the Arts Council and Ulster Bank Dublin Theatre Festival.

The fee includes attendance at all workshops and master classes, theatre tickets, attendance at the keynote speech of the Irish Theatre Institute Conference, membership of the Festival Club, and any other invitations Ulster Bank Dublin Theatre Festival may issue at its discretion.