About the Workshop
Beyond 'watching' and 'performing', we can also 'create' our own language. Puppet and object alternative theatre is a cross-disciplinary field encompassing handicrafts, multimedia, visual arts, and performing arts. In this unique realm, lighting is not just for illuminating the stage, objects are not merely props, and sound, painting, and imagery can all transform into protagonists, standing alone to 'tell your story'.
Workshop Structure
The 3rd Puppet & Object Theatre Workshop Series is divided into two major phases:
I. Concept x Creation Class: Puppet • Illustration • Lighting • Sound • Projection
This phase continues the past workshop series, with each module focusing on three training pillars:
- Creative Concept
- Practical Application
- Creative Exercise
II. Practice Class: Collective Devising for Puppet & Object Theatre Performance
This class is designed for advanced students interested in creating performance works. It involves a Research & Development stage based on a specific theme. Tutors will guide students through the techniques of devising alternative theatre, including story discovery, experimenting with puppet/object manipulation, body, sound, lighting, imagery, and writing, refining imagination and expression, selecting creative materials, and developing potential performance elements to create a personal performance piece related to the theme.
Module Details & Instructors
1. The Power of Drawing – Sketching and Creation Workshop
- Instructor: Sandy Leong Sinu (MA in Visual Communication (Illustration), Royal College of Art, UK; MA in Visual Arts, Hong Kong Baptist University)
- Note: Requires basic drawing skills (able to sketch pencil drafts).
2. The Poetry of Light
- Instructor: Du Guokang (Graduate, Department of Theatre Design, Taipei National University of the Arts)
- Note: Students need to prepare a poem and a matching 5-minute piece of music.
3. Puppet & Object Theatre Workshop
- Instructor: Lam Ting Ting (MA in Puppetry and Alternative Theatre Directing, Academy of Performing Arts in Prague, Czech Republic) – Artistic Director of Rolling Puppet Alternative Theatre.
4. Listen. Soundscape – Stage Sound Workshop
- Instructor: Wen Shile (MA in Sound Design, Shih Chien University, Taipei; BA in Classical Guitar)
- Note: Students need to bring a computer (Mac OS preferred, Windows acceptable).
5. Small to Big – Puppet Cinema / Live Projection Techniques
- Instructor: Zhao Qi (MA in Arts Administration, Academy of Performing Arts in Prague, Czech Republic) – Co-founder of Rolling Puppet Alternative Theatre.
- Note: Students should bring a Mac computer (if available), a photocopy of a memorable photo, an object that represents 'you', and an object found on the way to class.
Key Information
- Target Participants: Aged 16 or above.
- Quota: Maximum 12 students per module.
- Venue: To be confirmed. If held at the Rolling Puppet Coloane Studio, weekday class times may be adjusted accordingly.
- Language of Instruction: Cantonese (supplemented with Mandarin or English if needed).
- Macau Consumption Card: Accepted for payment.
Schedule & Fees (MOP)
- The Power of Drawing: 4 sessions, 12 hours – $950 (materials included)
- Aug 2, 8 (Sun, Sat) 14:00–17:00
- Aug 9 (Sun) 13:00–19:00
- The Poetry of Light: 6 sessions, 15 hours – $1,125
- Aug 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22 (Tue, Thu, Sat) 19:30–22:00
- Puppet & Object Theatre Workshop: 4 sessions, 16 hours – $1,200
- Aug 23 & 30 (Sun) 13:30–18:30
- Aug 29 (Sat) 14:30–17:30, 18:30–21:30
- Listen. Soundscape: 4 sessions, 10 hours – $750
- Sep 10, 11 (Thu, Fri) 19:30–22:00
- Sep 12, 13 (Sat, Sun) 15:00–17:30
- Small to Big: 4 sessions, 12 hours – $900
- Sep 18 (Fri) 19:30–22:00
- Sep 19 (Sat) 14:30–17:30, 18:30–21:30
- Sep 20 (Sun) 14:30–17:30
- Practice Class Fee: MOP $2,000
- Creation period from Sep 2020 to performance in Mar 2021.
Incentives
- Enroll in all five modules with over 80% attendance to receive a MOP $1,000 tuition rebate.
- Enroll in the Practice Class and successfully complete the performance to receive an additional MOP $500 rebate and production cost subsidy.
Rolling Scholarship Program
To encourage young students to continue learning art, Rolling Puppet Alternative Theatre offers discounted workshop rates for needy young students. Outstanding students may have the opportunity to participate in paid work with the troupe.
Registration
Enquiries
Zhao Qi – 66373246 or [email protected]
Event Sponsor: Macao Cultural Affairs Bureau
Venue Sponsor: Coloane Art Space
