BOOKING NOW FOR 2027

A unique online course for Choreographers & Performance Makers around the world

 

 

WHAT IS DOING DRAMATURGY?

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Doing Dramaturgy is an intimate online professional development course for a small group of mid-career choreographers and performance makers who want to deepen, challenge and re-energise their creative practice.

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Drawing on over two decades of working as a dramaturg alongside world-class choreographers and theatre makers, Lou Cope offers a rare opportunity to step inside the craft of dramaturgy and dramaturgical thinking.

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This is a space to think, question, experiment and reconnect with what matters most in your practice, in the company of other experienced and curious makers.

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HOW DOES THE COURSE WORK?

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Delivered live on Zoom, the course is designed to fit alongside the realities of busy creative lives, offering dedicated time to reflect, make, share and grow without having to travel.

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Through a series of dynamic, practical and thought-provoking sessions, you'll work closely with Lou and fellow artists to:

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• deepen your creative practice and reconnect with your artistic purpose

• develop confidence in the craft and practice of dramaturgy

• reflect on and refine your making processes

• explore structure, composition, form, content and context

• bring questions, challenges and works-in-progress into a supportive environment

• learn through generous conversation, shared experience and critical dialogue

• build meaningful relationships with a community of fellow makers from around the world

 

WHAT DOES IT INCLUDE?

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Throughout the course you'll receive both personal guidance and collaborative learning, including:

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• A bespoke one-to-one introductory session with Lou

• Six days of live online learning

• Practical teaching, insights and provocations from Lou

• Sessions that respond and adapt to the interests and needs of the group

• Creative exercises and between-session tasks (approximately 8 hours in total)

• Collaborative discussions and practical exchanges in pairs and small groups

• Opportunities to practise dramaturgy by working as a dramaturg with fellow participants

• Individual reflection alongside shared group learning

• Ongoing dramaturgical support from Lou throughout the course

• A one-to-one closing debrief with Lou to reflect on your learning and next steps

 

WHO IS IT FOR?

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This course is for choreographers and performance makers who are ready to invest in their artistic development.

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Whether you're looking to refresh your practice, gain fresh perspective on your making, reconnect with your creative questions, or cultivate a deeper relationship with dramaturgical thinking, Doing Dramaturgy offers a rich and supportive space to do that work.

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You'll leave with new tools, fresh perspectives, lasting connections and a renewed sense of confidence in your own creative practice.

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WHEN?

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2027 Course dates:

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9/10/11/12 Feb Initial 1:1 90 min session 

Thurs 25 & Fri 26 Feb 10 – 4pm

Wed 24 & Thurs 25 March  10 – 4pm (NB: Fri 26 is Good Friday)

Thurs 22 & Fri 23 April 10 – 4pm

5/6/7 May 1:1 Debrief 60 min session 

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HOW MUCH?

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Course fees are £1250 (inc VAT) per participant.

We have a limited number of early bird tickets available at £1100 (inc VAT) offered to those suitable, who applied first. Places are selling fast, book yours ASAP to avoid disappointment.

 

We would also like to offer a limited number of discounted places (At £1100) to artists who are from under-represented backgrounds. This might include race, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.  We ask you to self identify, and to please tick the relevant box on the application form. 

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DEADLINE​

Wednesday 7th Feb 2027 or until all places have gone

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​​​FUNDING YOUR PLACE

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There are various ways you can apply for financial support towards your place. 

If you are making an application for an Arts Council project grant, the course can be built into your project: Arts Council National Lottery Project Grants | Arts Council England
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Dancers Career Development have opened their 'Retraining Grants' for dancers who would like to broaden their skills into another area of dance. Retraining Grants - Dancers Career Development (https://thedcd.org.uk/support/dcd-retraining-grants) Deadline: 06 October 2027

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​​​Alternative application option:

If you prefer, you can apply by sending us a CV and web link to your work with a short video or audio recording instead of completing the form. Just respond to the following questions in your own words and send your file to linzijwhitton@gmail.com :

·       Your name, pronouns, postcode

·       What interests you about doing this course

·       Any accessibility requirements

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PAYMENT

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We ask for a non-refundable deposit of 20% (£220 for an early bird ticket or discounted place  / £250 for a full price) to secure your place on the course and full payment to be made by Monday 10 January 2027. 

 

Payments plans are available, please get in touch with Linzi to discuss.