Events
These are events organised by The Envelope Room and our collaborators. If we don't have any events planned please subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to find out when we do!
All events are fully supported for those with additional access needs, please inform us what we can do to help you engage fully in these events when you sign up.
All events are fully supported for those with additional access needs, please inform us what we can do to help you engage fully in these events when you sign up.
Interviews with Designers Series
We have started a series of interviews with designers and we have the first three on offer now.
First in the series is 'Box Sets: An Interview with Stuart Laing
In an engaging and honest interview Stewart Laing shares what sparked his passion for theatre and how he has continued to find ways to nurture and grow it. The conversation with long time collaborator Pamela Carter flows around a series of photographs, which mark key points in Laing’s career to date, offering a real insight into one of Scotland’s great theatre makers.
To order a copy, contact us - [email protected] - £5
Second in the series is 'Shadows and Spotlights: Conversations with Kai Fischer, Lizzie Powell and Simon Wilkinson'
Sit back, tilt that angle poise to just the right angle and enjoy this unique insight into the minds of lighting designers Kai Fischer, Lizzie Powell and Simon Wilkinson. In conversation with Mark Fisher, the designers talk about their process, key creative relationships and how the dark is just as important as the light.
To order a copy, contact us - [email protected] - £5
Third in the Series is 'Early Imaginings : Conversations with Karen Tennent, Mamoru Iriguchi and Shona Reppe'
In partnership with Imaginate, focuses on work for young audiences.
Read, absorb and enjoy this unique insight into the minds of performance designers for younger audiences, Mamoru Iriguchi, Shona Reppe and Karen Tennent. In conversation with the fabulous Gill Robertson of Catherine Wheels Theatre Company, the designers talk about their process, key relationships and how it all started.
To order a copy, contact us - [email protected] - £5
All three books can be purchased for £12 - contact - [email protected]
First in the series is 'Box Sets: An Interview with Stuart Laing
In an engaging and honest interview Stewart Laing shares what sparked his passion for theatre and how he has continued to find ways to nurture and grow it. The conversation with long time collaborator Pamela Carter flows around a series of photographs, which mark key points in Laing’s career to date, offering a real insight into one of Scotland’s great theatre makers.
To order a copy, contact us - [email protected] - £5
Second in the series is 'Shadows and Spotlights: Conversations with Kai Fischer, Lizzie Powell and Simon Wilkinson'
Sit back, tilt that angle poise to just the right angle and enjoy this unique insight into the minds of lighting designers Kai Fischer, Lizzie Powell and Simon Wilkinson. In conversation with Mark Fisher, the designers talk about their process, key creative relationships and how the dark is just as important as the light.
To order a copy, contact us - [email protected] - £5
Third in the Series is 'Early Imaginings : Conversations with Karen Tennent, Mamoru Iriguchi and Shona Reppe'
In partnership with Imaginate, focuses on work for young audiences.
Read, absorb and enjoy this unique insight into the minds of performance designers for younger audiences, Mamoru Iriguchi, Shona Reppe and Karen Tennent. In conversation with the fabulous Gill Robertson of Catherine Wheels Theatre Company, the designers talk about their process, key relationships and how it all started.
To order a copy, contact us - [email protected] - £5
All three books can be purchased for £12 - contact - [email protected]
Trades List Suggestions
The Envelope Room is continually looking at ways to support designers, the website has various resources and there are now plans to expand and build a list of people and companies who designers may work with.
When you have time, please email [email protected] with any suggestions for people/companies like set builders, model makers, CAD draughts people, and any others that you think might be helpful for your fellow Envelopers.
When you have time, please email [email protected] with any suggestions for people/companies like set builders, model makers, CAD draughts people, and any others that you think might be helpful for your fellow Envelopers.
PREVIOUS EVENTS
Space Invaders with The Envelope Room and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland
What is it?
Our latest partnership with the Playwrights' Studio , Scotland brings you two days of exploring three unusual spaces with a group made up of six performance designers and six playwrights along with a different dramaturg each day to facilitate discussion.
This is an opportunity to have multiple creative conversations stimulated whilst exploring your surroundings. We hope to introduce you to new places or show you an unfamiliar side of known places, providing a positive provocation for the discussions.
This is a paid opportunity and is the fourth in a series of events that The Envelope Room and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland have embarked on over the last five years.
When
Thursday 28th and Friday 29th March 2024 (all day)
Who
This is open to playwrights and performance designers (see Jotform for full criteria).
How
Application via Jotform to include a CV or a link to website and no more than 300 words explaining why you’d like to be a Space Invader.
There will be a panel of industry professionals who will look over all applications and make the final decision.
Application deadline – 8th March 2024.
Participants notified week commencing 18th March 2024
Payment
2 days @ £150 per day.
Access
This opportunity is most suitable for playwrights and performance designers who have had experience of professional practice i.e. mid-career or experienced artists.
However, we acknowledge that artists from EDI priority groups have often not had access to professional opportunities at the same rate as their peers. Therefore you can apply for this workshop even if you have not had experience of professional practice if you are:
• Working in Gaelic, Scots or BSL
• Based outside the central belt of Scotland
• A person of the Global Majority
• Disabled*
• From a socio-economically deprived background
• Trans or non-binary
We welcome artists of any gender, religion or belief, age, or sexual orientation.
We recognise the importance of diversity of thought in all spaces and are fully committed to embracing and maximising the talents of autistic people and those with dyslexia, ADHD and other forms of neurocognitive variation. We always seek to make appropriate adjustments to support processes to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for you from application onwards, please contact us.
*A note on terminology - what do we mean by disabled?
We use the term 'disabled people' or 'disabled playwright' to refer to anyone who self-identifies as disabled. This can include D/deaf people if they identify as disabled as well as others living with impairments (physical, sensory, learning, cognitive, mental health, etc.) that identify as disabled. Playwrights' Studio use the Social Model of Disability and recognise that some people experience disabling barriers.
Please let us know at the point of application if you require support including access to The Envelope Room’s Travel Bursary (a limited pot of money, available on a first come, first served basis, open to those who will be travelling more than 25 miles to the meeting point. We can reimburse an off-peak return train fare or the equivalent).
Our latest partnership with the Playwrights' Studio , Scotland brings you two days of exploring three unusual spaces with a group made up of six performance designers and six playwrights along with a different dramaturg each day to facilitate discussion.
This is an opportunity to have multiple creative conversations stimulated whilst exploring your surroundings. We hope to introduce you to new places or show you an unfamiliar side of known places, providing a positive provocation for the discussions.
This is a paid opportunity and is the fourth in a series of events that The Envelope Room and Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland have embarked on over the last five years.
When
Thursday 28th and Friday 29th March 2024 (all day)
Who
This is open to playwrights and performance designers (see Jotform for full criteria).
How
Application via Jotform to include a CV or a link to website and no more than 300 words explaining why you’d like to be a Space Invader.
There will be a panel of industry professionals who will look over all applications and make the final decision.
Application deadline – 8th March 2024.
Participants notified week commencing 18th March 2024
Payment
2 days @ £150 per day.
Access
This opportunity is most suitable for playwrights and performance designers who have had experience of professional practice i.e. mid-career or experienced artists.
However, we acknowledge that artists from EDI priority groups have often not had access to professional opportunities at the same rate as their peers. Therefore you can apply for this workshop even if you have not had experience of professional practice if you are:
• Working in Gaelic, Scots or BSL
• Based outside the central belt of Scotland
• A person of the Global Majority
• Disabled*
• From a socio-economically deprived background
• Trans or non-binary
We welcome artists of any gender, religion or belief, age, or sexual orientation.
We recognise the importance of diversity of thought in all spaces and are fully committed to embracing and maximising the talents of autistic people and those with dyslexia, ADHD and other forms of neurocognitive variation. We always seek to make appropriate adjustments to support processes to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for you from application onwards, please contact us.
*A note on terminology - what do we mean by disabled?
We use the term 'disabled people' or 'disabled playwright' to refer to anyone who self-identifies as disabled. This can include D/deaf people if they identify as disabled as well as others living with impairments (physical, sensory, learning, cognitive, mental health, etc.) that identify as disabled. Playwrights' Studio use the Social Model of Disability and recognise that some people experience disabling barriers.
Please let us know at the point of application if you require support including access to The Envelope Room’s Travel Bursary (a limited pot of money, available on a first come, first served basis, open to those who will be travelling more than 25 miles to the meeting point. We can reimburse an off-peak return train fare or the equivalent).
Designers Residency
The Envelope Room has been up and running for 11 years, delivering you a mixture of events to support, promote and connect designers based and working in Scotland. As our current funding cycle comes to an end, it seems like the right time to take some time to reflect on the direction for the future.
There is space for six designers of any discipline (set, lighting, costume, video or sound etc) and any level of professional experience to travel to some beautiful accommodation near Loch Tay to stay for 2 nights and 1 day to discuss with the help of facilitator, Alice McGrath, the future of the Envelope Room. Come and join us for some gorgeous countryside, conversation and don't worry, there will be some laughs too..
When – evening of Monday, 11th March to late morning Wednesday,13th March
Where – Self-catering accommodation near Loch Tay (all single rooms) and food (paid by Envelope Room).
What - Using the results of a wider survey circulated to the network, there will be discussion and facilitated sessions to look at how the Envelope Room is structured, what it’s aims are and any other Envelope Room points that arise from the survey or the group.
Who – any professional designer who would like to help shape the future of the Envelope Room but limited to 6 designers. A nominal fee of £100 will be available for each designer attending, travel costs will also be covered.
How – send and email to [email protected] with a CV or link to your website and include a short paragraph about why you’d like to join this event (no longer than 500 words).
Closing date for applications - Sunday 18th February 2024 – all applications will be acknowledged with a return email and successful applicants will be notified by Friday 23rd February.
Any questions, contact [email protected]
There is space for six designers of any discipline (set, lighting, costume, video or sound etc) and any level of professional experience to travel to some beautiful accommodation near Loch Tay to stay for 2 nights and 1 day to discuss with the help of facilitator, Alice McGrath, the future of the Envelope Room. Come and join us for some gorgeous countryside, conversation and don't worry, there will be some laughs too..
When – evening of Monday, 11th March to late morning Wednesday,13th March
Where – Self-catering accommodation near Loch Tay (all single rooms) and food (paid by Envelope Room).
What - Using the results of a wider survey circulated to the network, there will be discussion and facilitated sessions to look at how the Envelope Room is structured, what it’s aims are and any other Envelope Room points that arise from the survey or the group.
Who – any professional designer who would like to help shape the future of the Envelope Room but limited to 6 designers. A nominal fee of £100 will be available for each designer attending, travel costs will also be covered.
How – send and email to [email protected] with a CV or link to your website and include a short paragraph about why you’d like to join this event (no longer than 500 words).
Closing date for applications - Sunday 18th February 2024 – all applications will be acknowledged with a return email and successful applicants will be notified by Friday 23rd February.
Any questions, contact [email protected]
Portfolio Speed Dating
It's been a while since the last Portfolio Speed Dating session for mid career and established designers so we have teamed up with the Lyceum to bring you an opportunity to shape those fantastic portfolios (real or digital) and apply to join us along with 10 directors to make those future creative connections. The event is as you would imagine, 5 minute 'dates' in a relaxed and supportive setting with the emphasis on making connections and yes... there will be coffee/tea and biscuits to ease the way..
Open to Designers of Lighting, Set, Costume, Video, Sound and any other field of performance design I’ve not listed who have 6 or more years of experience.
When - Thursday, 15th February - afternoon
Where - Lyceum theatre, Edinburgh
How - email [email protected] with a CV and/or a link to your website.
We will be making sure that we have a good mixture of designers represented and so a closing date for spaces is set for 6pm on Monday 5th February 2024.
As with all our events, any access needs will be catered for and anyone traveling from more than 25 miles away can apply to the travel bursary fund, this is limited and available to first come first served. Please mention and access needs and travel requests when applying.
Open to Designers of Lighting, Set, Costume, Video, Sound and any other field of performance design I’ve not listed who have 6 or more years of experience.
When - Thursday, 15th February - afternoon
Where - Lyceum theatre, Edinburgh
How - email [email protected] with a CV and/or a link to your website.
We will be making sure that we have a good mixture of designers represented and so a closing date for spaces is set for 6pm on Monday 5th February 2024.
As with all our events, any access needs will be catered for and anyone traveling from more than 25 miles away can apply to the travel bursary fund, this is limited and available to first come first served. Please mention and access needs and travel requests when applying.
Skills Training with FST
The beginning of the year is a great time to update your skills so, early in 2024 we're looking forward to bringing you a day of skills training in partnership with the Federation of Scottish Theatre with support from the National Theatre of Scotland.
All workshops will be on the 1st February and lunch is provided for those staying for the full day.
Vectorworks Clinic - 10.30am - 1.30pm
A session aimed at theatre designers at any stage of their career who use Vectorworks but would like to know more, brush up on short cuts and ask any burning questions about using the package.
This is a free session but booking is required as it has limited numbers, group sizes will be small to allow easy communication and discussion.
Please let FST know as soon as possible about any access requirements you may have - [email protected]
Register here
SketchUp Training - 10.30am - 1.30pm
This session is aimed at any theatre designers who want to start using 3D computer aided design rendering.
CAD packages can be expensive and the basic version of SketchUp is free and available to download. This session is aimed at beginners and will take you through the basics of drawing in 3D in SketchUp.
You will need a laptop/computer that can connect to the internet and you will need to sign up for Sketch Up in advance, we will send a link with that info in your confirmation email.
This session is free but requires booking as it has limited numbers, group sizes will be small to allow easy communication.
Please let FST know as soon as possible about any other access requirements you may have - [email protected]
Register here
Sustainable Design Panel - 2.30pm -4.30/5pm
A panel discussion bringing together a designer, production manager, stage manager and director to discuss the ways of working when creating environmentally sustainable theatre. An opportunity for all designers from any point in their career to join in the conversation.
We will address the importance and advantages of integrating ecological principles into all stages of the performing arts, exploring how we can co-create sustainable new narratives in the entertainment industry for the future of our society and the planet.
Please let FST know as soon as possible about any access requirements you may have - [email protected]
Register here
There is a limited amount of funds available for travel assistance for those travelling over 25miles to the venue in Glasgow. This is available on a first come first served basis, please let FST know if you require travel subsistence.
All workshops will be on the 1st February and lunch is provided for those staying for the full day.
Vectorworks Clinic - 10.30am - 1.30pm
A session aimed at theatre designers at any stage of their career who use Vectorworks but would like to know more, brush up on short cuts and ask any burning questions about using the package.
This is a free session but booking is required as it has limited numbers, group sizes will be small to allow easy communication and discussion.
Please let FST know as soon as possible about any access requirements you may have - [email protected]
Register here
SketchUp Training - 10.30am - 1.30pm
This session is aimed at any theatre designers who want to start using 3D computer aided design rendering.
CAD packages can be expensive and the basic version of SketchUp is free and available to download. This session is aimed at beginners and will take you through the basics of drawing in 3D in SketchUp.
You will need a laptop/computer that can connect to the internet and you will need to sign up for Sketch Up in advance, we will send a link with that info in your confirmation email.
This session is free but requires booking as it has limited numbers, group sizes will be small to allow easy communication.
Please let FST know as soon as possible about any other access requirements you may have - [email protected]
Register here
Sustainable Design Panel - 2.30pm -4.30/5pm
A panel discussion bringing together a designer, production manager, stage manager and director to discuss the ways of working when creating environmentally sustainable theatre. An opportunity for all designers from any point in their career to join in the conversation.
We will address the importance and advantages of integrating ecological principles into all stages of the performing arts, exploring how we can co-create sustainable new narratives in the entertainment industry for the future of our society and the planet.
Please let FST know as soon as possible about any access requirements you may have - [email protected]
Register here
There is a limited amount of funds available for travel assistance for those travelling over 25miles to the venue in Glasgow. This is available on a first come first served basis, please let FST know if you require travel subsistence.
End of the Year Drinks!
It's the social event that you have been waiting for.... the Envelope Room End of Year Drinks!
A chance to meet up with fellow designers and collaborators to chat about the years adventures, or just have a few drinks and relax.
All designers and our collaborators are very welcome.
When - 7.30pm, Thursday 14th December
Where - Tron Theatre Bar
Who - all of you!
A chance to meet up with fellow designers and collaborators to chat about the years adventures, or just have a few drinks and relax.
All designers and our collaborators are very welcome.
When - 7.30pm, Thursday 14th December
Where - Tron Theatre Bar
Who - all of you!
Exquisite Corpse - Design Meets Story Meets Sound
The Lyceum and Envelope Room are delighted to be working together with composer and sound designer Greg Sinclair on a creative, collaborative workshops for performance designers, sound designers and dramaturgs to work together.
WHAT IS AN EXQUISITE CORPSE?
An exquisite corpse takes it’s name from the childhood drawing game where you collaboratively draw a figure without seeing the part of the drawing that has come before.
Three groups each comprised of a performance designer, sound designer and dramaturg will be assembled to work together. There will be a prompt for each company to respond to in whatever creative way they choose. Each company will then rotate and respond to the work of the previous company (without having seen the initial prompt). At the end of the workshop there will be an informal sharing of the three separate, collaboratively created works.
This aims to be a fun, engaging, informal process without any preparation work required with support from design, sound design and dramaturgy facilitators. The intention of the workshop is to supercharge creative connections between the artists in the room by giving them a chance to engage with each other on an artistic level.
WHAT ARTISTS ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
The Lyceum and Envelope Room are looking for artists who meet the following criteria and selection will be made against these requirements:
HOW DO I APPLY?
We’re aware of the unrecompensed labour that is invested in application processes. We have therefore kept the application as simple and short as possible.
We want to know:
Apply now
Any questions, just contact [email protected]
- WHEN: 10am – 12.30pm, Wednesday 6 December, 2023
- WHERE: The Lyceum, 30B Grindlay Street, Edinburgh
- WHAT: Exquisite Corpse
- WHO: Performance designers, sound designers and dramaturgs. Nine artists total.
- PAY: Each artist will be paid £100. Please let us know if you have any access or travel requirements.
WHAT IS AN EXQUISITE CORPSE?
An exquisite corpse takes it’s name from the childhood drawing game where you collaboratively draw a figure without seeing the part of the drawing that has come before.
Three groups each comprised of a performance designer, sound designer and dramaturg will be assembled to work together. There will be a prompt for each company to respond to in whatever creative way they choose. Each company will then rotate and respond to the work of the previous company (without having seen the initial prompt). At the end of the workshop there will be an informal sharing of the three separate, collaboratively created works.
This aims to be a fun, engaging, informal process without any preparation work required with support from design, sound design and dramaturgy facilitators. The intention of the workshop is to supercharge creative connections between the artists in the room by giving them a chance to engage with each other on an artistic level.
WHAT ARTISTS ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
The Lyceum and Envelope Room are looking for artists who meet the following criteria and selection will be made against these requirements:
- Professional set designer, costume designer, sound designer, composer or dramaturg.
- 4+ years of professional experience in your field
- Theatre professionals who have experienced barriers to accessing opportunities like this one
HOW DO I APPLY?
We’re aware of the unrecompensed labour that is invested in application processes. We have therefore kept the application as simple and short as possible.
We want to know:
- Name, Contact and Location Details
- Artistic Discipline (tick box)
- Confirmation of your availability (tick box)
- Anything that you would like us to know (max 150 words)
- Attached CV or website link
- Equal Opportunities Monitoring Questions
- Deadline for Applications: midnight on Tuesday 14 November
- Shortlisting and Selection: w/c Monday 13 November
- Notify Applicants: w/c Monday 20 November
- Exquisite Corpse: Wednesday 6 December
Apply now
Any questions, just contact [email protected]
Meet the Designer with Kenneth MacLeod
We're delighted to invite you to our next event supported by the National Theatre of Scotland. Join us to hear about the creative process and insight on the journey to create the 'breathtaking gothic production of Dracula: Mina's Reckoning by the National Theatre of Scotland and designed by Kenneth MacLeod.
In our latest 'Meet the Designer' event, we will hear from Kenneth about his approach to designing this epic show. There will be a chance to see the model and hear about the work as it progressed with a tour of the stage before watching the show.
When - 12.30noon, 16th September (watching the matinee performance at 2.30pm with a tour of the stage after the show)
Where - Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Who - Open to all designers at any level of experience, it's limited numbers and it's first come, first served
How - email us on [email protected]
How much - It's free and if you are traveling from more than 25 miles away we have a limited pot of money to cover a cheap day return train ticket (or that cost if you're traveling another way) just let us know when you're emailing to come along, first come first served.
In our latest 'Meet the Designer' event, we will hear from Kenneth about his approach to designing this epic show. There will be a chance to see the model and hear about the work as it progressed with a tour of the stage before watching the show.
When - 12.30noon, 16th September (watching the matinee performance at 2.30pm with a tour of the stage after the show)
Where - Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Who - Open to all designers at any level of experience, it's limited numbers and it's first come, first served
How - email us on [email protected]
How much - It's free and if you are traveling from more than 25 miles away we have a limited pot of money to cover a cheap day return train ticket (or that cost if you're traveling another way) just let us know when you're emailing to come along, first come first served.
Measure Twice – the Mini Festival
Measure Twice is a mini festival created by the Envelope Room and supported by the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Creative Scotland and aims to support and engage with early career designers. From final year students to those with up to 5 years professional experience, the Envelope Room wants to help guide your early career in the industry of Performance Design. From leaving education and starting out on your own, it can be a tricky time and we’re here to give as many pointers as we can.
Running over three days, there will be a host of events from ‘Ask a Stupid Question’ to ‘Portfolio Surgeries’ to Designer/Director networking drinks and much more.
This is a free festival, all you have to do is book a ticket as places are limited.
When – Wednesday 24th May until Friday 26th May 2023
Where – Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow
Program of Events
Wednesday 24th May
11am – Ask a Stupid Question
– Royal Conservatoire Scotland, Conference Room, Renfrew Street
-no question too daft to be asked, we’ll aim to give you the information you need.
2pm – Get to know a Production Manager -
– Royal Conservatoire Scotland, Conference Room, Renfrew Street
3.30 – Meet an Early (ish) Career Designer
– Royal Conservatoire Scotland, Conference Room, Renfrew Street
Thursday 25th May
1pm – Linbury Prize introduction with Tom Piper – RCS, Opera Studio Renfrew Street
-2023 is a Linbury Prize year, designers graduating this year and from 2022 can apply, Tom will be chatting all about the process and what to expect.
3pm - Portfolio Speed Dating - RCS, Opera Studio, Renfrew Street
Friday 26th May
9am – 3pm - Portfolio Surgery sessions – RCS, Renfrew Street
3.30pm – Creative Conversations – Fyfe Lecture Theatre, RCS, Renfrew Street
The Details
Ask a Stupid Question
Claire Halleran and Valerie Reid are laying bare all they have learnt over the last 30 plus collective years as working designers. They are willing to answer all the questions you are too afraid or too shy to ask. Come find out the highs and lows of being a theatre designer and learn how to best navigate your own path. An informal discussion, this is an opportunity to ask any question about working as a designer and how to shape a career. We’ll discuss whatever you need to ask but will be looking at contracts, fees, living/working as a freelancer and how to find jobs as a starting point. We encourage you to bring all your stupid questions with you to this one!
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
Meet a Production Manager
Being a designer in Scotland brings a diverse number of challenges and so working closely and successfully with a Production Manager can make a huge difference. Gemma Swallow, Technical Director of Production at the National Theatre of Scotland, brings many years of experience working with a wide range of companies both at home and internationally, Theatre de Complicite, Stomp Europe, Young Vic, National Theatre and 7:84 are just a few examples.
Join us to listen to her discuss her experience and impart advice towards bringing your designs to life and learning valuable lessons about working sustainably.
Also open to early career production managers.
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
Meet and Early (ish) Career Designer
The lovely Anna Orton will be joining us to discuss her career path through her years as an early career designer. Anna has been creating performance design for around 10 years, working across theatre, dance and exhibition. You can see and read more about Anna’s work here.
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
Linbury Prize Introduction
The Linbury Prize is the only nationwide prize for stage design in the UK, founded in 1987 by Anya Linden, former ballet dancer and patron of the arts.
The prize is open every two years to graduating designers. Offering twelve finalists the chance to work with some of the UK’s leading theatre, opera and dance companies, it can provide vital support at the early stage of a designer’s career.
We are delighted to have designer and Linbury Prize committee member, Tom Piper, join us to hear all about the prize and how to apply.
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
Portfolio Speed Dating
Bring your portfolio and spend an afternoon meeting directors, find out f you can meet your creative soul mate in our Portfolio Speed Dating session. We have space for 8 designers and 8 early career directors to share 5 minute ‘dates’.
To book a place, email [email protected]
Portfolio Surgery Sessions
Your portfolio is one of the most important tools you have to show your past work as a designer. Sign up to one of our portfolio surgeries and you will get a 30 minute session with a professional director (Joe Douglas) and designer (Jess Worrall) who will offer valuable advice, & constructive criticism on how to present yourself and your work in the best way.
This opportunity is available to final year students and recent graduates of up to 3 years. You must have a portfolio which contains at least 3 pieces of work in it (conceptual design work accepted). Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis*.
To book a 30 min slot, email [email protected] with a rough time you would like between 9am and 3pm.
*We are committed to ensuring a balance between final year students and graduates so places may be held back to ensure this happens.
Creative Conversations
The Creative Team is at the heart of any production. Finding a fellow creative mind you can connect with is exhilarating and nurturing these relationships is important. Come and hear about an incredibly successful creative team, writer and director, Zinnie Harris and Designer Tom Piper will share the secrets of their most successful productions. Learn about how these relationships began and how they have developed, collecting a few awards along the way!
This event is aimed at designers, directors, and theatre makers in the early stages of their career. There will be an opportunity for those in the audience to share any projects they are brewing and look for collaborators at the end of this session.
Join us for a glass of something and a chance to meet those future collaborators.
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
We have a small budget to help with travel subsistence if you are traveling from more than 25 miles away. Please apply to [email protected] if you would like some support.
Measure Twice is a mini festival created by the Envelope Room and supported by the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Creative Scotland and aims to support and engage with early career designers. From final year students to those with up to 5 years professional experience, the Envelope Room wants to help guide your early career in the industry of Performance Design. From leaving education and starting out on your own, it can be a tricky time and we’re here to give as many pointers as we can.
Running over three days, there will be a host of events from ‘Ask a Stupid Question’ to ‘Portfolio Surgeries’ to Designer/Director networking drinks and much more.
This is a free festival, all you have to do is book a ticket as places are limited.
When – Wednesday 24th May until Friday 26th May 2023
Where – Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow
Program of Events
Wednesday 24th May
11am – Ask a Stupid Question
– Royal Conservatoire Scotland, Conference Room, Renfrew Street
-no question too daft to be asked, we’ll aim to give you the information you need.
2pm – Get to know a Production Manager -
– Royal Conservatoire Scotland, Conference Room, Renfrew Street
- Gemma Swallow, Technical Director of Production at the National Theatre of Scotland joins us to talk about her experiences and how delivering sustainable designs is possible. Also open to early career production managers.
3.30 – Meet an Early (ish) Career Designer
– Royal Conservatoire Scotland, Conference Room, Renfrew Street
- Anna Orton (Kidnapped, National Theatre of Scotland) talks about her career path since graduating in 2016.
Thursday 25th May
1pm – Linbury Prize introduction with Tom Piper – RCS, Opera Studio Renfrew Street
-2023 is a Linbury Prize year, designers graduating this year and from 2022 can apply, Tom will be chatting all about the process and what to expect.
3pm - Portfolio Speed Dating - RCS, Opera Studio, Renfrew Street
- Using your portfolio to start a conversation and meet some piers who could be potential future collaborators.
Friday 26th May
9am – 3pm - Portfolio Surgery sessions – RCS, Renfrew Street
- Have your portfolio looked over by a professional designer (jess Worrall) and director (Joe Douglas).
3.30pm – Creative Conversations – Fyfe Lecture Theatre, RCS, Renfrew Street
- Multi award winning duo, Zinnie Harris and Tom Piper, converse with Grid Iron’s Jude Doherty about all things creative
The Details
Ask a Stupid Question
Claire Halleran and Valerie Reid are laying bare all they have learnt over the last 30 plus collective years as working designers. They are willing to answer all the questions you are too afraid or too shy to ask. Come find out the highs and lows of being a theatre designer and learn how to best navigate your own path. An informal discussion, this is an opportunity to ask any question about working as a designer and how to shape a career. We’ll discuss whatever you need to ask but will be looking at contracts, fees, living/working as a freelancer and how to find jobs as a starting point. We encourage you to bring all your stupid questions with you to this one!
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
Meet a Production Manager
Being a designer in Scotland brings a diverse number of challenges and so working closely and successfully with a Production Manager can make a huge difference. Gemma Swallow, Technical Director of Production at the National Theatre of Scotland, brings many years of experience working with a wide range of companies both at home and internationally, Theatre de Complicite, Stomp Europe, Young Vic, National Theatre and 7:84 are just a few examples.
Join us to listen to her discuss her experience and impart advice towards bringing your designs to life and learning valuable lessons about working sustainably.
Also open to early career production managers.
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
Meet and Early (ish) Career Designer
The lovely Anna Orton will be joining us to discuss her career path through her years as an early career designer. Anna has been creating performance design for around 10 years, working across theatre, dance and exhibition. You can see and read more about Anna’s work here.
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
Linbury Prize Introduction
The Linbury Prize is the only nationwide prize for stage design in the UK, founded in 1987 by Anya Linden, former ballet dancer and patron of the arts.
The prize is open every two years to graduating designers. Offering twelve finalists the chance to work with some of the UK’s leading theatre, opera and dance companies, it can provide vital support at the early stage of a designer’s career.
We are delighted to have designer and Linbury Prize committee member, Tom Piper, join us to hear all about the prize and how to apply.
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
Portfolio Speed Dating
Bring your portfolio and spend an afternoon meeting directors, find out f you can meet your creative soul mate in our Portfolio Speed Dating session. We have space for 8 designers and 8 early career directors to share 5 minute ‘dates’.
To book a place, email [email protected]
Portfolio Surgery Sessions
Your portfolio is one of the most important tools you have to show your past work as a designer. Sign up to one of our portfolio surgeries and you will get a 30 minute session with a professional director (Joe Douglas) and designer (Jess Worrall) who will offer valuable advice, & constructive criticism on how to present yourself and your work in the best way.
This opportunity is available to final year students and recent graduates of up to 3 years. You must have a portfolio which contains at least 3 pieces of work in it (conceptual design work accepted). Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis*.
To book a 30 min slot, email [email protected] with a rough time you would like between 9am and 3pm.
*We are committed to ensuring a balance between final year students and graduates so places may be held back to ensure this happens.
Creative Conversations
The Creative Team is at the heart of any production. Finding a fellow creative mind you can connect with is exhilarating and nurturing these relationships is important. Come and hear about an incredibly successful creative team, writer and director, Zinnie Harris and Designer Tom Piper will share the secrets of their most successful productions. Learn about how these relationships began and how they have developed, collecting a few awards along the way!
This event is aimed at designers, directors, and theatre makers in the early stages of their career. There will be an opportunity for those in the audience to share any projects they are brewing and look for collaborators at the end of this session.
Join us for a glass of something and a chance to meet those future collaborators.
Places will be booked through an Eventbrite link.
We have a small budget to help with travel subsistence if you are traveling from more than 25 miles away. Please apply to [email protected] if you would like some support.
Prague Quadrennial Bursaries
The Prague Quadrennial (PQ) was founded in 1967 as an international exhibition of theatre design and architecture. Over the years, it has become a unique platform that connects artists, institutions, professionals, researchers, students and the general public via various projects and activities. Once every four years, it all culminates in a 11-day festival in Prague. It is open not only to official representation of countries and regions within the main exhibitions but also to independent artists and artist collectives, educators and students who can participate in the extensive program of additional projects.
The next edition of PQ will take place from 8th to 18th June 2023.
Festival passes and more information can be found here
The Envelope Room with support from Creative Scotland has six bursaries of £500 each available to support attendance at the Prague Quadrennial 2023.
These bursaries can be used to pay for travel, accommodation, registration for attendance at the event or what ever you need to help you attend.
The Envelope Room is keen to support professional designers from all backgrounds, experience (early career to those who have been around a bit longer) and design speciality.
This opportunity is only open to professional designers based and working in Scotland.
How to apply
Send an email to [email protected] with a short paragraph (no more than 300 words) explaining why you would like to attend Prague Quadrennial 2023.
Include a CV or a link to your website.
Deadline
12 noon, Monday 13th March 2023
The Envelope Room will acknowledge your application with a return email within 24 hours. If you do not receive this, please resubmit as your application has not been received.
A panel of 3 industry professionals will review all applications and make their selection with applicants informed of the outcome by 31st March 2023 at the latest.
The next edition of PQ will take place from 8th to 18th June 2023.
Festival passes and more information can be found here
The Envelope Room with support from Creative Scotland has six bursaries of £500 each available to support attendance at the Prague Quadrennial 2023.
These bursaries can be used to pay for travel, accommodation, registration for attendance at the event or what ever you need to help you attend.
The Envelope Room is keen to support professional designers from all backgrounds, experience (early career to those who have been around a bit longer) and design speciality.
This opportunity is only open to professional designers based and working in Scotland.
How to apply
Send an email to [email protected] with a short paragraph (no more than 300 words) explaining why you would like to attend Prague Quadrennial 2023.
Include a CV or a link to your website.
Deadline
12 noon, Monday 13th March 2023
The Envelope Room will acknowledge your application with a return email within 24 hours. If you do not receive this, please resubmit as your application has not been received.
A panel of 3 industry professionals will review all applications and make their selection with applicants informed of the outcome by 31st March 2023 at the latest.
End of Year Drinks!
Come and join us to mark the end of the year, celebrate the achievements and challenges of the crazy year that has been 2022.
Date : Thursday 15th December
Time : 7pm onwards
Location : Traverse Bar, Edinburgh
Date : Thursday 15th December
Time : 7pm onwards
Location : Traverse Bar, Edinburgh
Environmental Sustainability in Performance Design
In collaboration with ReSet Scenery the Envelope Room are holding a half day workshop/session about Environmental Sustainability in Performance Design (I really couldn't think of a catchier event title...).
This is an area that we should all be considering more and more. Perhaps you're already looking into ways of evolving your practice but perhaps not yet, it can feel like a daunting prospect to change the way that you design to fit with the targets of Eco Sustainability set by a company.
This workshop aims to look at the issues we all need to consider and find ways to work in a more practically sustainable way.
ReSet Scenery is an amazing resource of existing set pieces ready and waiting to be incorporated into your future designs, the workshop will be held in their premises in Glasgow.
Date : Monday 26th September
Time : 2pm to 5pm (ish)
Location : ReSet Scenery
Block 1, Unit 6, Parkhouse Business Park,
419 Balmore Road, G22 6N
Travel : A travel bursary is available for those traveling more than 25 miles from the event location, a cheap day return train ticket or fuel payment to the same amount.
Fee : this is a paid training opportunity, a fee of £70 will be paid for your time.
Application : send an email to [email protected], it's a first come first served situation and we have space for 12 designers.
This is an area that we should all be considering more and more. Perhaps you're already looking into ways of evolving your practice but perhaps not yet, it can feel like a daunting prospect to change the way that you design to fit with the targets of Eco Sustainability set by a company.
This workshop aims to look at the issues we all need to consider and find ways to work in a more practically sustainable way.
ReSet Scenery is an amazing resource of existing set pieces ready and waiting to be incorporated into your future designs, the workshop will be held in their premises in Glasgow.
Date : Monday 26th September
Time : 2pm to 5pm (ish)
Location : ReSet Scenery
Block 1, Unit 6, Parkhouse Business Park,
419 Balmore Road, G22 6N
Travel : A travel bursary is available for those traveling more than 25 miles from the event location, a cheap day return train ticket or fuel payment to the same amount.
Fee : this is a paid training opportunity, a fee of £70 will be paid for your time.
Application : send an email to [email protected], it's a first come first served situation and we have space for 12 designers.
Discussing Designer Fee Rates
The Envelope Room with support from the National Theatre of Scotland would like to invite a group of designers to discuss design fees within the Scottish performance sector.
Using the information generated by the survey below as a provocation for discussion and debate, we aim to discuss designer fee rates in a half day facilitated session. A report will be compiled and circulated after the event.
This is a paid opportunity, a fee of £93.50 plus travel/access expenses is available to those interested in taking part. It is important to have a diverse group of people in this discussion, it is open to all designers of any background, experience or speciality to apply.
Please drop an email to [email protected] with a couple of lines explaining whey you'd like to take part.
The date is to be confirmed, the aim would be to gather a group and work out a convenient date.
Using the information generated by the survey below as a provocation for discussion and debate, we aim to discuss designer fee rates in a half day facilitated session. A report will be compiled and circulated after the event.
This is a paid opportunity, a fee of £93.50 plus travel/access expenses is available to those interested in taking part. It is important to have a diverse group of people in this discussion, it is open to all designers of any background, experience or speciality to apply.
Please drop an email to [email protected] with a couple of lines explaining whey you'd like to take part.
The date is to be confirmed, the aim would be to gather a group and work out a convenient date.
Bursaries for Attending World Stage Design, Calgary, August 2022
World Stage Design (WSD) is the first and only designer-based exhibition to showcase and celebrate performance design from individual designers. The fifth WSD exhibition will be held in Calgary, Canada from August 6th to 16th, 2022.
https://wsd2021.ca/
World Stage Design will welcome several hundred artists, designers, technicians, and architects from around the world who practice, study and create performing arts events. There will be performances, exhibitions, and speakers sharing and celebrating Stage Design for 11 days.
The Envelope Room with support from Creative Scotland has four bursaries of £1000 each available to support attendance at the World Stage Design 2022.
These bursaries can be used to pay for travel, accommodation, registration for attendance at the event or what ever you need to help you attend.
The Envelope Room is keen to support professional designers from all backgrounds, experience (early career to those who have been around a bit longer) and design speciality.
This opportunity is only open to designers based and working in Scotland.
How to apply
Send an email to [email protected] with a short paragraph (no more than 400 words) explaining why you would like to attend World Stage Design 2022.
Include a CV or a link to your website.
Deadline
Wednesday 4th May 2022 – 5pm
The Envelope Room will acknowledge your application with a return email within 24 hours. If you do not receive this, please resubmit as your application has not been received.
A panel of 3 industry professionals will review all applications and make their selection with applicants informed of the outcome by 23rd May 2022 at the latest.
https://wsd2021.ca/
World Stage Design will welcome several hundred artists, designers, technicians, and architects from around the world who practice, study and create performing arts events. There will be performances, exhibitions, and speakers sharing and celebrating Stage Design for 11 days.
The Envelope Room with support from Creative Scotland has four bursaries of £1000 each available to support attendance at the World Stage Design 2022.
These bursaries can be used to pay for travel, accommodation, registration for attendance at the event or what ever you need to help you attend.
The Envelope Room is keen to support professional designers from all backgrounds, experience (early career to those who have been around a bit longer) and design speciality.
This opportunity is only open to designers based and working in Scotland.
How to apply
Send an email to [email protected] with a short paragraph (no more than 400 words) explaining why you would like to attend World Stage Design 2022.
Include a CV or a link to your website.
Deadline
Wednesday 4th May 2022 – 5pm
The Envelope Room will acknowledge your application with a return email within 24 hours. If you do not receive this, please resubmit as your application has not been received.
A panel of 3 industry professionals will review all applications and make their selection with applicants informed of the outcome by 23rd May 2022 at the latest.
Spring Online Catch Up
I'm missing all your faces and your news!
A Spring Cath Up online seems like the best way to see as many of you as possible so bring your cuppa or something stronger (biscuits and chocolate always welcome) and catch up online with me and your fellow colleagues. Everyone is welcome.
In the similar style of our Coffee Mornings, we'll be 'open' for you to pop by for 10 mins or the full time, whatever you feel like.
Venue - Zoom
Date - Thursday 17th March
Time - 7.30pm - 9pm
Meeting ID: 884 7401 2787
Passcode: 142023
A Spring Cath Up online seems like the best way to see as many of you as possible so bring your cuppa or something stronger (biscuits and chocolate always welcome) and catch up online with me and your fellow colleagues. Everyone is welcome.
In the similar style of our Coffee Mornings, we'll be 'open' for you to pop by for 10 mins or the full time, whatever you feel like.
Venue - Zoom
Date - Thursday 17th March
Time - 7.30pm - 9pm
Meeting ID: 884 7401 2787
Passcode: 142023
Zoom Coffee Mornings
In these uncertain times we would like to offer you a space to meet up to chat, connect or rant about the situation we are all experiencing.
Coffee morning dates happen fortnightly, upcoming dates are:
Wednesday 5th May 2021
Wednesday 19th May 2021 (last one!)
Time: 11am - 12pm
Feel free to pop in for ten mins or the whole hour. All welcome, no offence taken if you need/want to leave half way through, or can only join for the last ten mins - it's a casual affair!
The link to join these is
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83823110239?pwd=V3FKakNjdTVwbEtQcjBDem5yU3Rvdz09
Meeting ID: 838 2311 0239
Passcode: 311014
(use the same link each time)
Hot drinks and snacks not included. B.Y.O.C (and biscuits)
Coffee morning dates happen fortnightly, upcoming dates are:
Wednesday 5th May 2021
Wednesday 19th May 2021 (last one!)
Time: 11am - 12pm
Feel free to pop in for ten mins or the whole hour. All welcome, no offence taken if you need/want to leave half way through, or can only join for the last ten mins - it's a casual affair!
The link to join these is
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83823110239?pwd=V3FKakNjdTVwbEtQcjBDem5yU3Rvdz09
Meeting ID: 838 2311 0239
Passcode: 311014
(use the same link each time)
Hot drinks and snacks not included. B.Y.O.C (and biscuits)
Portfolio Speed Dating
We are super excited to be facilitating, with support from the National Theatre of Scotland, in person portfolio speed dating at Rockvilla on Friday 14th May!
The session will provide early career designers a chance to meet and showcase their work to directors & producers working in Scotland, in a friendly and supportive environment.
We will be running things in line with covid regulations and you will be fully briefed before attending.
Where: Rockvilla, NTS, Glasgow.
When : Friday 14th May
Time: 2pm - 5pm
There are 9 spaces available for early career set, costume, lighting, sound and video designers based in Scotland. Early career includes everyone from graduates to up to 5yrs working in the industry.
There are also 9 spaces available for any directors or producers looking to discover some early career talent!
To apply for a spot email us with a copy of your CV and/or link to your web-site: [email protected]
Deadline for notes of interest is 6th May at 5pm. We will let you know soon afterwards if you have been successful.
Places will be allocated in a way to ensure a good mix of disciplines, experience and backgrounds in the room.
We can offer travel bursaries to participants traveling over 25 miles to the event
(where a participant is traveling between 25-90 miles one way we will make a 50%contribution up to £20, receipts of travel needed
where a participant is traveling over 90 miles one way, we will reimburse travel up to £50)
The session will provide early career designers a chance to meet and showcase their work to directors & producers working in Scotland, in a friendly and supportive environment.
We will be running things in line with covid regulations and you will be fully briefed before attending.
Where: Rockvilla, NTS, Glasgow.
When : Friday 14th May
Time: 2pm - 5pm
There are 9 spaces available for early career set, costume, lighting, sound and video designers based in Scotland. Early career includes everyone from graduates to up to 5yrs working in the industry.
There are also 9 spaces available for any directors or producers looking to discover some early career talent!
To apply for a spot email us with a copy of your CV and/or link to your web-site: [email protected]
Deadline for notes of interest is 6th May at 5pm. We will let you know soon afterwards if you have been successful.
Places will be allocated in a way to ensure a good mix of disciplines, experience and backgrounds in the room.
We can offer travel bursaries to participants traveling over 25 miles to the event
(where a participant is traveling between 25-90 miles one way we will make a 50%contribution up to £20, receipts of travel needed
where a participant is traveling over 90 miles one way, we will reimburse travel up to £50)
Discover. Uncover. Reveal - A workshop for designers and playwrights
The Envelope Room in association with Playwrights' Studio, Scotland
Continuing the connection and interest in cross artform creative practice, we will bring together performance designers and playwrights to enjoy a practical workshop guided by Alice McGrath (Creative Director, Red Bridge Arts). This will be a playful session and an opportunity to explore potential creative relationships and find ways to evolve artistic practice.
Each participant will receive an attendance fee of £150. The Envelope Room will also cover any accessibility costs e.g. childcare, BSL Interpretation.
When - Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd April 2021
9.30am - 1pm both days
Where - Online
Am I eligible?
There is space for five performance designers and five playwrights. This workshop would be particularly suited to designers who have created at least four professional productions and for playwrights who have worked professionally with a stage designer.
How to apply
To streamline the application process we're useing the submissions management system Submittable. If you have any difficulties using Submittable, please get in touch with the Playwright's Studio Scotland on 0141 332 4403 or at [email protected]
If you are unable to use Submittable, you can e-mail your application to [email protected]
If applying by e-mail, you will need to provide:
Deadline: 12pm on Thursday 1 April 2021
Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their submission no later than Friday 9 April 2021.
Continuing the connection and interest in cross artform creative practice, we will bring together performance designers and playwrights to enjoy a practical workshop guided by Alice McGrath (Creative Director, Red Bridge Arts). This will be a playful session and an opportunity to explore potential creative relationships and find ways to evolve artistic practice.
Each participant will receive an attendance fee of £150. The Envelope Room will also cover any accessibility costs e.g. childcare, BSL Interpretation.
When - Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd April 2021
9.30am - 1pm both days
Where - Online
Am I eligible?
There is space for five performance designers and five playwrights. This workshop would be particularly suited to designers who have created at least four professional productions and for playwrights who have worked professionally with a stage designer.
How to apply
To streamline the application process we're useing the submissions management system Submittable. If you have any difficulties using Submittable, please get in touch with the Playwright's Studio Scotland on 0141 332 4403 or at [email protected]
If you are unable to use Submittable, you can e-mail your application to [email protected]
If applying by e-mail, you will need to provide:
- Contact details (including name, address and mobile number)
- A supporting statement of no more than 300 words explaining why you would like to participate in the workshop
- A CV detailing your professional experience to date
- An Equalities Monitoring Form
- Confirmation that you are available on Thursday 22 and Friday 23 April
Deadline: 12pm on Thursday 1 April 2021
Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their submission no later than Friday 9 April 2021.
Diving into Sustainability in Performance Design
We are honoured and excited to bring you all the way from Brisbane, Australia, the opportunity to hear award winning Ecoscenographer, Tanja Beer discuss new ways of approaching designing in a sustainable way.
The future of Performance Design and how we create as designers must embrace an environmentally sustainable ethic for the future of our world. The current ecological crisis calls for a new philosophy for theatre production that promotes more ecological (holistic, interconnected and symbiotic) ways of doing things. Designers are trained to work towards Opening Night. How we 'get there' or what happens to our sets and costumes after the production ends is often neither a priority nor a consideration.
This workshop introduces Ecoscenography's theoretical and practical framework and explores new processes and aesthetics of theatrical design that enhance the social and environmental advocacy of the field.
When – Wednesday 14th April, 9am – 11am
Where – Online – Zoom (sorry, we can’t get everyone out to Australia!)
Link will be shared with you nearer the event
Who – This is open to all Performance Designers and theatre makers based and working in Scotland.
There are limited places, allocated on a first come first served basis.
How – email us at [email protected]
The Envelope Room will also cover any accessibility costs e.g. childcare, BSL Interpretation, please notify us when you register interest.
The future of Performance Design and how we create as designers must embrace an environmentally sustainable ethic for the future of our world. The current ecological crisis calls for a new philosophy for theatre production that promotes more ecological (holistic, interconnected and symbiotic) ways of doing things. Designers are trained to work towards Opening Night. How we 'get there' or what happens to our sets and costumes after the production ends is often neither a priority nor a consideration.
This workshop introduces Ecoscenography's theoretical and practical framework and explores new processes and aesthetics of theatrical design that enhance the social and environmental advocacy of the field.
When – Wednesday 14th April, 9am – 11am
Where – Online – Zoom (sorry, we can’t get everyone out to Australia!)
Link will be shared with you nearer the event
Who – This is open to all Performance Designers and theatre makers based and working in Scotland.
There are limited places, allocated on a first come first served basis.
How – email us at [email protected]
The Envelope Room will also cover any accessibility costs e.g. childcare, BSL Interpretation, please notify us when you register interest.
Socially Savvy?
Following on from our super helpful website workshop last year, we are delighted to bring you a dedicated social media workshop.
If like some of us here at Envelope Room you are a bit all over the place with social media and not sure how to make it work best for you, then join us for a morning full of help and guidance from the lovely Halina Rifai.
Halina Rifai has spent over 15 years working in Digital Marketing, PR and Podcasting. She has worked with venues, festivals, celebrities, charities and more in the social media and PR field. She is currently PR & Marketing lead for Scottish Women Inventing Music and is producing a new podcast for the BBC called Word Up!
Halina will be covering;
• Social media strategy
• Tone of voice
• Reputation
• Developing content and engaging ideas
• Growing and boosting audiences
• How to use each platform and what suits you
• Create cohesion across platforms
• Programmes and tools to help you
• Dos and don’ts
Our latest skills building workshop will have limited places so we will have plenty of time for all your questions.
When: Tuesday 16th March 2021
Time: 11am to 1pm
Where: Zoom
Who is it for: This event is suitable for beginners and the socially savvy and is open to designers and theatre makers based in Scotland
How: email us at [email protected] for a space and we will send you a zoom link before the event.
If like some of us here at Envelope Room you are a bit all over the place with social media and not sure how to make it work best for you, then join us for a morning full of help and guidance from the lovely Halina Rifai.
Halina Rifai has spent over 15 years working in Digital Marketing, PR and Podcasting. She has worked with venues, festivals, celebrities, charities and more in the social media and PR field. She is currently PR & Marketing lead for Scottish Women Inventing Music and is producing a new podcast for the BBC called Word Up!
Halina will be covering;
• Social media strategy
• Tone of voice
• Reputation
• Developing content and engaging ideas
• Growing and boosting audiences
• How to use each platform and what suits you
• Create cohesion across platforms
• Programmes and tools to help you
• Dos and don’ts
Our latest skills building workshop will have limited places so we will have plenty of time for all your questions.
When: Tuesday 16th March 2021
Time: 11am to 1pm
Where: Zoom
Who is it for: This event is suitable for beginners and the socially savvy and is open to designers and theatre makers based in Scotland
How: email us at [email protected] for a space and we will send you a zoom link before the event.
Wellbeing Session
Emma Jayne Park will be leading a wellbeing session specifically for designers. The session will be flexible and tailored to the participants but may include:
Thursday 28th Jan
Time: 10 - 1pm
Place: Zoom (we know!)
Sign up at [email protected] and we will share the link.
- embedding mental health in working cultures
- a conversation about the habits we have to unlearn.
- developing individual access statements and counter-contracts that reflect the most mentally healthy working practices.
- concrete actions everyone can take forward in both an everyday and a broader way.
Thursday 28th Jan
Time: 10 - 1pm
Place: Zoom (we know!)
Sign up at [email protected] and we will share the link.
Virtual Theatre Trip 2.0 - Overflow
Join us on Thursday evening to watch Overflow. From internationally acclaimed writer and one of the UK’s most prominent trans voices, Travis Alabanza (Burgerz), Overflow is a hilarious and devastating tour of women’s bathrooms, who is allowed in and who is kept out. Each online performance is a filmed live show that will be streamed to audiences.
You can check out the trailer here.
Date: Thursday 21st January
Timings:
7pm - Pre Theatre Zoom Bar opens
8pm - Show streams online via The Bush Theatre
9pm - Post Theatre Zoom Bar opens
11pm - Last orders
Zoom Bar Link
Meeting ID: 875 3104 4222
Passcode: 363343
For more details or to book tickets (from £10) follow this link: https://www.bushtheatre.co.uk/event/overflow-online/
You can check out the trailer here.
Date: Thursday 21st January
Timings:
7pm - Pre Theatre Zoom Bar opens
8pm - Show streams online via The Bush Theatre
9pm - Post Theatre Zoom Bar opens
11pm - Last orders
Zoom Bar Link
Meeting ID: 875 3104 4222
Passcode: 363343
For more details or to book tickets (from £10) follow this link: https://www.bushtheatre.co.uk/event/overflow-online/
Sounds Exciting!
Join us for a few hours as we bring together 3 incredible sound designers for theatre to share insights into their creative process.
Matt Padden, Beldina Odenyo and MJ McCarthy will be online to talk all things sound design and how visual designers can explore more ways to work alongside and build creative relationships with sound designers.
Matt Padden creates Sound Design services for theatre and live arts and has been working extensively in and around Scotland for may years.
Beldina Odenyo /Heir of the Cursed songwriter, sound designer, theatre maker who recently created the sound design for National Theatre of Scotland/Edinburgh International Festival/Lyceum Theatre's 'Lament for Sheku Bayoh'
Michael John McCarthy is a Cork-Born, Glasgow-based composer, musician, and sound designer.
Date - 13th January
Time - 3pm - 5pm
Location - Zoom link
Meeting ID: 895 3146 3936
Passcode: 895378
Matt Padden, Beldina Odenyo and MJ McCarthy will be online to talk all things sound design and how visual designers can explore more ways to work alongside and build creative relationships with sound designers.
Matt Padden creates Sound Design services for theatre and live arts and has been working extensively in and around Scotland for may years.
Beldina Odenyo /Heir of the Cursed songwriter, sound designer, theatre maker who recently created the sound design for National Theatre of Scotland/Edinburgh International Festival/Lyceum Theatre's 'Lament for Sheku Bayoh'
Michael John McCarthy is a Cork-Born, Glasgow-based composer, musician, and sound designer.
Date - 13th January
Time - 3pm - 5pm
Location - Zoom link
Meeting ID: 895 3146 3936
Passcode: 895378
Christmas Drinks!
Yes! Christmas drinks!
We're nearly at that time of the year and although we won't be able to meet in a bar to mull over the years highlights and challenges, we can meet over zoom and catch up with your news.
Join us on Friday 11th December from 7.30pm onwards. Bring your own drink and mince pie..
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88964507597?pwd=d1dYT2VtbjRkVGloc25CUXZKU1NNUT09
Meeting ID: 889 6450 7597
Passcode: 269599
We're nearly at that time of the year and although we won't be able to meet in a bar to mull over the years highlights and challenges, we can meet over zoom and catch up with your news.
Join us on Friday 11th December from 7.30pm onwards. Bring your own drink and mince pie..
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88964507597?pwd=d1dYT2VtbjRkVGloc25CUXZKU1NNUT09
Meeting ID: 889 6450 7597
Passcode: 269599
Mentor Scheme 2021
Early career designers are an important and often overlooked part of the theatre ecology. We want to shine a light on them and support them during this tough time.
Are you an early career designer or a designer who has reached a point in their career path that would benefit from some mentoring? We are offering 5 sessions with a mentor and have 6 places on offer.
These sessions can be used to support you with a specific project or as ‘standalone’ sessions using a series of questions that you receive before each session to stimulate a discussion (of course you may have your own questions that you want to discuss).
The Envelope Room will pay a small fee of £150 to each mentee to allow them time to focus on their time with their mentor.
To apply, send an email to [email protected] including
The mentors will be chosen in discussion with the mentee, to ensure that you are connected with the right creative person to support you to meet your goals. The sessions will begin in January and run according to the mentee/mentor’s discussion.
All sessions must be undertaken by 30th April 2021.
Closing date for applications Friday 4th December 2020 with the decision being made by Wednesday 9th December 2020.
*we will acknowledge each application to let you know that we have received it.
Are you an early career designer or a designer who has reached a point in their career path that would benefit from some mentoring? We are offering 5 sessions with a mentor and have 6 places on offer.
These sessions can be used to support you with a specific project or as ‘standalone’ sessions using a series of questions that you receive before each session to stimulate a discussion (of course you may have your own questions that you want to discuss).
The Envelope Room will pay a small fee of £150 to each mentee to allow them time to focus on their time with their mentor.
To apply, send an email to [email protected] including
- A CV
- 300 words (maximum) on why you’d like a mentor’s support at this point in your career
The mentors will be chosen in discussion with the mentee, to ensure that you are connected with the right creative person to support you to meet your goals. The sessions will begin in January and run according to the mentee/mentor’s discussion.
All sessions must be undertaken by 30th April 2021.
Closing date for applications Friday 4th December 2020 with the decision being made by Wednesday 9th December 2020.
*we will acknowledge each application to let you know that we have received it.
SketchUp CAD Skills training, touring venues
We're keen to keep up the opportunities to expand your skills and so there will be another SketchUp session looking at planning a tour.
Tim Reid will take you through the helpful points of transferring designs from theatre to theatre and discuss strategies for dealing with limited venue information.
Participants will need their own computer and a free Sketch Up account. (Create a free account by clicking "start modelling" at https://www.sketchup.com/plans-and-pricing/sketchup-free then entering an email address at the sign in page. You'll then be prompted to create an account.)
It would be helpful to have a second screen for running Zoom and seeing Tim's shared screen (this could be an iPad etc or a second monitor on a computer).
A three-button mouse is also recommended, but not essential.
For your information, SketchUp has a new pricing system which makes the pro versions a little but more accessible.
Free: a free web based version, which needs a sign up and works in a browser. It can't import dwg files
Shop: Cheapest paid version - currently $119 per year, it is still web based but it can import dwg
Pro: Web & Desktop app $299 a year (This adds "Layout" - a companion app for making 2D scaled plans from 3D models)
Date: Wednesday 14th October
Location: Zoom
Time: 11am - 1pm
This will be an online event, open to all levels and types of designers, places are limited and allocated on a first come first served basis.
Email us at [email protected] for a place.
If you are still thinking about what CAD package would suit how you work, don't forget that we have the CAD review by Production Manager Niall Black which can help direct you on the resources page.
Tim Reid will take you through the helpful points of transferring designs from theatre to theatre and discuss strategies for dealing with limited venue information.
Participants will need their own computer and a free Sketch Up account. (Create a free account by clicking "start modelling" at https://www.sketchup.com/plans-and-pricing/sketchup-free then entering an email address at the sign in page. You'll then be prompted to create an account.)
It would be helpful to have a second screen for running Zoom and seeing Tim's shared screen (this could be an iPad etc or a second monitor on a computer).
A three-button mouse is also recommended, but not essential.
For your information, SketchUp has a new pricing system which makes the pro versions a little but more accessible.
Free: a free web based version, which needs a sign up and works in a browser. It can't import dwg files
Shop: Cheapest paid version - currently $119 per year, it is still web based but it can import dwg
Pro: Web & Desktop app $299 a year (This adds "Layout" - a companion app for making 2D scaled plans from 3D models)
Date: Wednesday 14th October
Location: Zoom
Time: 11am - 1pm
This will be an online event, open to all levels and types of designers, places are limited and allocated on a first come first served basis.
Email us at [email protected] for a place.
If you are still thinking about what CAD package would suit how you work, don't forget that we have the CAD review by Production Manager Niall Black which can help direct you on the resources page.
Autumn Drinks and a wee zoom quiz
We thought some Autumn Drinks might be a good idea, a social evening which starts out with a Zoom quiz created by Tim Reid for the first hour for those who want to join in, only 15 places so you'll have to be quick! Music rounds and words and picture rounds too.
Date: Thursday 8th October
Location: Zoom
Time: Quiz 7pm, general drinks 8pm -11pm
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84787376926?pwd=S3VxdEZrSVN6NXJ4YUhNbnI1YjZ0QT09
Meeting ID: 847 8737 6926
Passcode: 151402
Date: Thursday 8th October
Location: Zoom
Time: Quiz 7pm, general drinks 8pm -11pm
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84787376926?pwd=S3VxdEZrSVN6NXJ4YUhNbnI1YjZ0QT09
Meeting ID: 847 8737 6926
Passcode: 151402
Take a Seat
With Theatres across Scotland sitting empty, festivals postponed and missing audiences - where do the theatre makers go from here? We are desperate to use our resting creative skills and get back to making work to engage and inspire people.
We want to collectively come together to find a way to celebrate our amazing Scottish theatre industry. Our idea has come from designers and production managers but is open to all who want to grab the opportunity to creatively celebrate our remarkable theatre industry.
A single chair will be our symbol.
"The minute you put a chair on stage, it tells you a period, it tells you a culture, it tells you a civilisation – you can place that space instantly by the information that a chair gives you"
Bob Crowley October 2009
This poignant quote encapsulates a unique vision that Designers have and how visuals stories can tell be told a thousand different way through piece of scenery on a stage.
TAKE A SEAT is a collective response to the spaces we cannot be in, a teeny call to arms, an art installation and love letter to the audiences we are missing and the craft we are committed to.
We want to inspire you to get involved wherever you are…
For more detailed information about the project, open here
We want to collectively come together to find a way to celebrate our amazing Scottish theatre industry. Our idea has come from designers and production managers but is open to all who want to grab the opportunity to creatively celebrate our remarkable theatre industry.
A single chair will be our symbol.
"The minute you put a chair on stage, it tells you a period, it tells you a culture, it tells you a civilisation – you can place that space instantly by the information that a chair gives you"
Bob Crowley October 2009
This poignant quote encapsulates a unique vision that Designers have and how visuals stories can tell be told a thousand different way through piece of scenery on a stage.
TAKE A SEAT is a collective response to the spaces we cannot be in, a teeny call to arms, an art installation and love letter to the audiences we are missing and the craft we are committed to.
We want to inspire you to get involved wherever you are…
For more detailed information about the project, open here
Promote Yourself!
We’re excited to bring you the latest event offering you a chance to smarten up your online presence and work towards the best way to present your work.
Do we all show our work and talent to the fullest? We should be shouting about our fantastic achievements and letting future partnerships know we are here, ready to flex our creative abilities….
As more and more of our connections are made via the internet, it seems a good time to brush up on our appearance online.
The fantastic O Street, a design led agency, will be leading a session on a number of things to help with self-promotion. The very approachable and lovely, Tessa, will be covering websites, image and project selection, digital portfolios, general self-promotion and social media platforms in relation to theatre designers.
This event is open to all level of designer.
Date: Wednesday 30th September
Location: Zoom
Time: 11am – 1pm
Email [email protected] before 29th September to book a place.
Do we all show our work and talent to the fullest? We should be shouting about our fantastic achievements and letting future partnerships know we are here, ready to flex our creative abilities….
As more and more of our connections are made via the internet, it seems a good time to brush up on our appearance online.
The fantastic O Street, a design led agency, will be leading a session on a number of things to help with self-promotion. The very approachable and lovely, Tessa, will be covering websites, image and project selection, digital portfolios, general self-promotion and social media platforms in relation to theatre designers.
This event is open to all level of designer.
Date: Wednesday 30th September
Location: Zoom
Time: 11am – 1pm
Email [email protected] before 29th September to book a place.
Sketch Up CAD Skills Training
This is a great time to be brushing up on skills or learning new ones. Tim Reid is going to lead a session sharing his skills and knowledge on the 3D drawing program.
Drawing in a model box - using a simple set model to show the basics of Sketch Up . Tim is a video designer and regularly uses Sketch Up to show how set designs look in spaces using this tool.
Participants will need their own laptop with Sketch Up (free version) downloaded. The free version should be sufficient for this workshop and it would be helpful to have a second screen for running Zoom (ipad etc).
For your information, Sketch Up have a new pricing system which makes the pro versions a little but more accessible.
Free: a free web based version, which needs a sign up and works in a browser. It can't import dwg files
Shop: Cheapest paid version - currently $119 per year, still web based but can import dwg
Pro: Web & Desktop app $299 a year (This can add a "Layout" a companion bit of software for making 2D scaled plans from 3D models)
Date: Tuesday 7th September
Location: Zoom
Time: 3pm - 5pm
There are a maximum of 10 places available at each session. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected], let us know your level of experience and what you hope to get out of the session.
This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
If you are still thinking about what CAD package would suit how you work, don't forget that we have the CAD review by Production Manager Niall Black which can help direct you on the resources page.
Drawing in a model box - using a simple set model to show the basics of Sketch Up . Tim is a video designer and regularly uses Sketch Up to show how set designs look in spaces using this tool.
Participants will need their own laptop with Sketch Up (free version) downloaded. The free version should be sufficient for this workshop and it would be helpful to have a second screen for running Zoom (ipad etc).
For your information, Sketch Up have a new pricing system which makes the pro versions a little but more accessible.
Free: a free web based version, which needs a sign up and works in a browser. It can't import dwg files
Shop: Cheapest paid version - currently $119 per year, still web based but can import dwg
Pro: Web & Desktop app $299 a year (This can add a "Layout" a companion bit of software for making 2D scaled plans from 3D models)
Date: Tuesday 7th September
Location: Zoom
Time: 3pm - 5pm
There are a maximum of 10 places available at each session. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected], let us know your level of experience and what you hope to get out of the session.
This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
If you are still thinking about what CAD package would suit how you work, don't forget that we have the CAD review by Production Manager Niall Black which can help direct you on the resources page.
Meet the Designer: Neil Austin
We are thrilled to announce we are hosting a Meet the Designer session with lighting designer Neil Austin. Neil will be sharing images and plans from past and present productions, exploring the different design challenges he has faced and explaining how he approached these.
This is a unique opportunity to get inside the process of a multi award winning Lighting designer.
Date: Monday 29th June 2020
Location: Zoom!
Time: 15:30-17:00
We are offering limited places for designers to join us to hear from Neil Austin. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected] and let us know the following information:
Name:
Job Role:
Years in industry:
Base: (Edinburgh, Glasgow etc)
This opportunity is aimed at professional lighting designers working in Scotland, including recent graduates. We will prioritise places for this group but if places remain we will be happy to welcome designers of any discipline and design students, so get in touch if you are interested and we will run a waiting list.
This is a unique opportunity to get inside the process of a multi award winning Lighting designer.
Date: Monday 29th June 2020
Location: Zoom!
Time: 15:30-17:00
We are offering limited places for designers to join us to hear from Neil Austin. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected] and let us know the following information:
Name:
Job Role:
Years in industry:
Base: (Edinburgh, Glasgow etc)
This opportunity is aimed at professional lighting designers working in Scotland, including recent graduates. We will prioritise places for this group but if places remain we will be happy to welcome designers of any discipline and design students, so get in touch if you are interested and we will run a waiting list.
Designers Having a Voice
We would like to give designers a space to get together and start to discuss, brainstorm, list ways that we can creatively approach our current situation.
We're aware that there are ideas floating about already, what if more heads could help expand those ideas? As designers we are used to problem solving, dealing with spacial design and how people (actors and audiences) interact with spaces. It seems that some of us might have some great ways of making theatre in our current climate.
Join us for a chat on Zoom this week
Date: Thursday 4th June
Time: 4pm - 5.30pm (ish)
Venue: Zoom!
Format: We'll start out as one group but may head into breakout rooms if it helps.
Link to Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89382082652?pwd=ZEN4VGNlNnNad1lWb1NlM2hlTDRNZz09
Meeting ID: 893 8208 2652
Password: 459690
We're aware that there are ideas floating about already, what if more heads could help expand those ideas? As designers we are used to problem solving, dealing with spacial design and how people (actors and audiences) interact with spaces. It seems that some of us might have some great ways of making theatre in our current climate.
Join us for a chat on Zoom this week
Date: Thursday 4th June
Time: 4pm - 5.30pm (ish)
Venue: Zoom!
Format: We'll start out as one group but may head into breakout rooms if it helps.
Link to Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89382082652?pwd=ZEN4VGNlNnNad1lWb1NlM2hlTDRNZz09
Meeting ID: 893 8208 2652
Password: 459690
A Monster Calls - Online Group Theatre Trip!
Everyone is chatting about what digital theatre they have been watching, so we thought it might be nice to watch something together!
What: A Monster Calls
Who: Old Vic & Bristol Old Vic Co Pro.
Where: Chat on Zoom, Show on You Tube!
When: Friday 5th June
Time: 7pm (preshow locktails from 6pm)
How will this work you ask?
Preshow: We will open a zoom room 1hr before the performance for preshow chatter and locktails hosted by Becky Minto.
'The Minty Mojito'
6-8 mint leaves
25ml sugar syrup (1:1)
25ml lime juice
50ml rum
Soda if you want to
Slap the mint and add to the bottom of the glass. Fill with crushed ice. Add the sugar syrup, lime juice and rum. Take a bar spoon with a flat bottom and use the disc to churn the mixture. Add more ice and churn again. You're looking for a frosting on the outside of the glass so that you know the mix is super cold. Cap with more ice so that the glass is full and the ice glistens on top. Add soda if you want to/if there's room at this point. Take your mint sprig and clap it between your hands to release the oils, then place next to a straw in the glass.
(or you could buy it pre made in a can.....)
During the show: We will leave it open for people to use the chat function if they wish (you can obvs ignore this and focus on the show).
Postshow: You can rejoin the room for a post show chat too and another locktail if you like! If we have lots of people we will use breakout rooms.
Everyone is welcome to join in - directors, production pals, costume makers, come one, come all!
Zoom link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81181374695?pwd=UEhaVkJKWkJHbmJkUU5PcVdtZFBGUT09
Meeting ID: 811 8137 4695
Password: 220337
What: A Monster Calls
Who: Old Vic & Bristol Old Vic Co Pro.
Where: Chat on Zoom, Show on You Tube!
When: Friday 5th June
Time: 7pm (preshow locktails from 6pm)
How will this work you ask?
Preshow: We will open a zoom room 1hr before the performance for preshow chatter and locktails hosted by Becky Minto.
'The Minty Mojito'
6-8 mint leaves
25ml sugar syrup (1:1)
25ml lime juice
50ml rum
Soda if you want to
Slap the mint and add to the bottom of the glass. Fill with crushed ice. Add the sugar syrup, lime juice and rum. Take a bar spoon with a flat bottom and use the disc to churn the mixture. Add more ice and churn again. You're looking for a frosting on the outside of the glass so that you know the mix is super cold. Cap with more ice so that the glass is full and the ice glistens on top. Add soda if you want to/if there's room at this point. Take your mint sprig and clap it between your hands to release the oils, then place next to a straw in the glass.
(or you could buy it pre made in a can.....)
During the show: We will leave it open for people to use the chat function if they wish (you can obvs ignore this and focus on the show).
Postshow: You can rejoin the room for a post show chat too and another locktail if you like! If we have lots of people we will use breakout rooms.
Everyone is welcome to join in - directors, production pals, costume makers, come one, come all!
Zoom link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81181374695?pwd=UEhaVkJKWkJHbmJkUU5PcVdtZFBGUT09
Meeting ID: 811 8137 4695
Password: 220337
The Designers Formation Advice Session
We are delighted to host an exclusive web chat with The Designers Formation co-ordinator Catriona Silver and designer and chair of SBTD Fiona Watt. Cat and Fiona will be chatting all things agent related from collective agreements to contracts and everything in between.
With plenty of opportunity to ask questions this session will leave you with a greater understanding of the role of an agent and help you be more confident when reading contracts and approaching producers.
Date: Wednesday 27th May
Time: 8pm (approx. 1hr long)
Venue: Zoom!
Format: The event will involve short presentations from both Cat and Fiona with lots of opportunities for questions throughout
To sign up for a spot please send the following details to [email protected], this will help us to shape the event to designers needs:
Name:
Role: (e.g. lighting designer, producer etc)
Years in industry:
Base: (e.g. Ediburgh, Leeds etc)
Questions/Areas of interest: (e.g. Intellectual Property, Agents, Contract negotiation).
You can also include any particular questions or areas you want to hear about so we can include these in our preparations.
We will acknowledge your e-mail a.s.a.p and send a link to the event on the day.
With plenty of opportunity to ask questions this session will leave you with a greater understanding of the role of an agent and help you be more confident when reading contracts and approaching producers.
Date: Wednesday 27th May
Time: 8pm (approx. 1hr long)
Venue: Zoom!
Format: The event will involve short presentations from both Cat and Fiona with lots of opportunities for questions throughout
To sign up for a spot please send the following details to [email protected], this will help us to shape the event to designers needs:
Name:
Role: (e.g. lighting designer, producer etc)
Years in industry:
Base: (e.g. Ediburgh, Leeds etc)
Questions/Areas of interest: (e.g. Intellectual Property, Agents, Contract negotiation).
You can also include any particular questions or areas you want to hear about so we can include these in our preparations.
We will acknowledge your e-mail a.s.a.p and send a link to the event on the day.
Spring Drinks - on ZOOM!
Spring drinks is still on! It's just moved on-line and from the comfort of your own home.
Thursday 30th April - join us anytime between 7.30pm -10.30pm (ish) on Zoom!
Link to join - https://zoom.us/j/245583769
We know that huge zoom meet up's are not ideal but we want to keep this date in the diary so you all have an opportunity to check in with peers and have a beer and pretend you are at the pub!
On Zoom you can create break out rooms so we might try having a few rooms people can retreat to, to have smaller conversations.
Sadly no drinks provided so B.Y.O.B.
Thursday 30th April - join us anytime between 7.30pm -10.30pm (ish) on Zoom!
Link to join - https://zoom.us/j/245583769
We know that huge zoom meet up's are not ideal but we want to keep this date in the diary so you all have an opportunity to check in with peers and have a beer and pretend you are at the pub!
On Zoom you can create break out rooms so we might try having a few rooms people can retreat to, to have smaller conversations.
Sadly no drinks provided so B.Y.O.B.
Lead by Design Bursaries
Presented in Collaboration with Grid Iron Theatre Company.
Lead by Design is a 1 week intensive creative bursary available for theatre designers from all disciplines (set, costume, lighting and video)
We have a unique opportunity for designers! We are offering 3 bursaries for designers to spend an intensive week developing an idea they have for a design led, site inspired piece of work.
Designers rarely get to lead the process, this is an opportunity for you to take an idea you have and use our bursary of £2000 to develop your idea into a seed. This intensive week is for you if:
Who is this for?
This intensive week is for designers who have an idea they wish to develop as the lead artist. Please see the accompanying document for further details.
Application Process:
Please ensure you read the accompanying document before applying. You must be available on the dates specified.
Please answer the following questions and e-mail your application to [email protected]
Deadline for applications: Midnight on Sunday 15th March. Successful applicants will be informed by Friday 20th March.
Lead by Design is a 1 week intensive creative bursary available for theatre designers from all disciplines (set, costume, lighting and video)
We have a unique opportunity for designers! We are offering 3 bursaries for designers to spend an intensive week developing an idea they have for a design led, site inspired piece of work.
Designers rarely get to lead the process, this is an opportunity for you to take an idea you have and use our bursary of £2000 to develop your idea into a seed. This intensive week is for you if:
- You are interested in creating design led work
- Have a passion for creating work in non theatre spaces
- Are willing to commit to a full intensive week of developing your idea
Who is this for?
This intensive week is for designers who have an idea they wish to develop as the lead artist. Please see the accompanying document for further details.
Application Process:
Please ensure you read the accompanying document before applying. You must be available on the dates specified.
Please answer the following questions and e-mail your application to [email protected]
- Please tell us briefly about yourself and experience as a professional practitioner. (200 words max or alternatively submit a CV)
- Please give an outline of the idea you would like to develop? (400-500 words max)
- Do you have a space in mind for your project?
- If you wish you can include up to 3 images, which represent your project (please submit them as jpegs and be mindful of the size!)
- What excites you about this opportunity? (200 words approx)
Deadline for applications: Midnight on Sunday 15th March. Successful applicants will be informed by Friday 20th March.
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Flux Laser & CNC Studio session
Continuing our New Year trend for improving our skills, join us for an interesting and enlightening workshop looking at the potential of working with a Laser cutter and CNC Router, find out how it can be applied to model making, props making and stage effects.
The lovely Flux Laser & CNC Studio (www.fluxlaserstudio.co.uk/) are sharing their years of experience and knowledge of working in the creative industries. You’ll learn about how it works and how to prepare files and information for use as well as exploring materials that can be used.
Date: 5th March 2020
Time: 3pm – 5pm
Venue: Flux Laser and CNC Studio, 15b Burns Street, Glasgow, G4 9SA.
Places are available on a first come, first served basis and there are limited numbers, email us at [email protected].
We have a limited number of travel bursaries available to anyone living in Scotland and travelling more than 25 miles from Glasgow, please let us know if you require a bursary when you contact us.
The lovely Flux Laser & CNC Studio (www.fluxlaserstudio.co.uk/) are sharing their years of experience and knowledge of working in the creative industries. You’ll learn about how it works and how to prepare files and information for use as well as exploring materials that can be used.
Date: 5th March 2020
Time: 3pm – 5pm
Venue: Flux Laser and CNC Studio, 15b Burns Street, Glasgow, G4 9SA.
Places are available on a first come, first served basis and there are limited numbers, email us at [email protected].
We have a limited number of travel bursaries available to anyone living in Scotland and travelling more than 25 miles from Glasgow, please let us know if you require a bursary when you contact us.
Studio Insights: Jamie Harrison
We have a fantastic opportunity to come and hear from Jamie Harrison as he opens up his studio and invites you into the inner workings of his process.
Join us for a unique visit to discover how Jamie develops his ideas using models, assistants and a little bit of magic!
Where: Glasgow
Date: Thursday 27th February
Time: 4-6pm
Places are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis. To book a place e-mail us at [email protected].
We have a small number of travel bursaries available for those living in Scotland and travelling more than 25 miles. Please contact us if you would like to use one of these.
Join us for a unique visit to discover how Jamie develops his ideas using models, assistants and a little bit of magic!
Where: Glasgow
Date: Thursday 27th February
Time: 4-6pm
Places are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis. To book a place e-mail us at [email protected].
We have a small number of travel bursaries available for those living in Scotland and travelling more than 25 miles. Please contact us if you would like to use one of these.
Advanced Model Making with Rebecca Hamilton
When was the last time you invested time in developing a skill you already had?
We are offering a fantastic opportunity to take a day out to develop your model making and learn new skills with Rebecca Hamilton. Rebecca has worked as a designer, model maker and scenic artist across theatre and film for over a decade.
In this 1 day workshop you will learn soldering techniques and casting for model making. You will be guided through these techniques whilst creating a detailed model piece to add to your collection!
Date: Friday 28th February 2020
Time: 10:45am - 6pm
Venue: Tron Theatre
This workshop is free and is open to emerging and professional designers. We will provide all materials and some equipment, although we will ask you to bring the basics such as your cutting mat and scalpel.
To book a place please contact [email protected]
There are only 8 spaces available on a first come, first served basis. - This event is now fully booked - to join the reserve list please get in touch.
We have a small number of travel bursaries available for those living in Scotland and travelling more than 25 miles. Please contact us if you would like to use one of these.
We are offering a fantastic opportunity to take a day out to develop your model making and learn new skills with Rebecca Hamilton. Rebecca has worked as a designer, model maker and scenic artist across theatre and film for over a decade.
In this 1 day workshop you will learn soldering techniques and casting for model making. You will be guided through these techniques whilst creating a detailed model piece to add to your collection!
Date: Friday 28th February 2020
Time: 10:45am - 6pm
Venue: Tron Theatre
This workshop is free and is open to emerging and professional designers. We will provide all materials and some equipment, although we will ask you to bring the basics such as your cutting mat and scalpel.
To book a place please contact [email protected]
There are only 8 spaces available on a first come, first served basis. - This event is now fully booked - to join the reserve list please get in touch.
We have a small number of travel bursaries available for those living in Scotland and travelling more than 25 miles. Please contact us if you would like to use one of these.
Health and Safety (Construction Design and Management Regulations) and Performance Design
Do you know what your responsibilities are in regards to Health & Safety when designing or constructing a set?
Who is responsible if someone gets hurt?
Do you need insurance?
Regulations state both Production Managers and Designers hold certain responsibilities under the law. Sometimes, if there is no Production Manager on board, these responsibilities will all be held by the Designers. This session seeks to make these responsibilities clearer and less daunting and give advice on things like paperwork, scheduling etc.
This is an important and essential event for designers and production managers, which sets out to provide you with confidence in all matters Health and Safety which relate to designing for performance.
As an incentive to encourage you along, we will be providing lunch.
Date: 6th Feb 2020
Location: National Theatre of Scotland, Rockvilla
Time: 11am – 1pm (lunch 1pm – 2pm)
All free of charge and for those designers who will be traveling further than 25 miles to attend the event, the Envelope Room has a limited number of travel bursaries available, offered on a first come first served basis – please email [email protected] to request this.
For further course details or to book a place please click here.
ABOUT THIS COURSE – Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (CDM)
Construction work is arguably one of the most dangerous activities to undertake, and the building of sets and associated works can be hazardous. To put that statement into context, consider the fact that construction accounts for about 5% of the total UK workforce, yet it’s responsible for 31% of all workplace fatalities. On top of this, there are also 64,000 non-fatal injuries requiring medical treatment and 81,000 cases of work-related ill health every year – at a cost of £1 billion in lost working days.
It’s for this reason that the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations were first introduced. Projects often involve the use of dangerous equipment, materials, vehicles, and locations; they often involve working at height, near or over large drops; or on incomplete structures which may topple or collapse – so when you combine this with the fact that set builds also tend to involve many different people all working on separate tasks, it’s easy to see where accidents can happen.
The CDM Regulations help make the chaos of a project controllable – from start to finish and beyond. By creating roles and responsibilities for key duty holders throughout a project, they ensure that Health & Safety protocols are effectively managed by the right people, and that they are communicated to and followed by everyone.
This CDM Training course breaks the regulations down into three simple sections; the roles and responsibilities of everyone involved; what needs to be planned for at each stage of a construction project; and what needs to be considered in order to keep everyone involved in the building of sets safe and compliant.
This course will be run by Andrew Evans, Andrew works with theatre, arts and entertainment etc. companies to help address specific HSE risks within the sector. He is Scotland's representative at the Health and Safety Executive's Joint Advisory Committee for Entertainment (JACE) forum and works across the sector to apply best practice initiatives and to develop common standards to help deal with sector specific challenges. Andrew is also the Chair of Scotland's Sound Performance Working Group, which he formed with National and other orchestras across Scotland to provide a forum to address the key risk of noise exposure in the music industry.
Who is responsible if someone gets hurt?
Do you need insurance?
Regulations state both Production Managers and Designers hold certain responsibilities under the law. Sometimes, if there is no Production Manager on board, these responsibilities will all be held by the Designers. This session seeks to make these responsibilities clearer and less daunting and give advice on things like paperwork, scheduling etc.
This is an important and essential event for designers and production managers, which sets out to provide you with confidence in all matters Health and Safety which relate to designing for performance.
As an incentive to encourage you along, we will be providing lunch.
Date: 6th Feb 2020
Location: National Theatre of Scotland, Rockvilla
Time: 11am – 1pm (lunch 1pm – 2pm)
All free of charge and for those designers who will be traveling further than 25 miles to attend the event, the Envelope Room has a limited number of travel bursaries available, offered on a first come first served basis – please email [email protected] to request this.
For further course details or to book a place please click here.
ABOUT THIS COURSE – Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (CDM)
Construction work is arguably one of the most dangerous activities to undertake, and the building of sets and associated works can be hazardous. To put that statement into context, consider the fact that construction accounts for about 5% of the total UK workforce, yet it’s responsible for 31% of all workplace fatalities. On top of this, there are also 64,000 non-fatal injuries requiring medical treatment and 81,000 cases of work-related ill health every year – at a cost of £1 billion in lost working days.
It’s for this reason that the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations were first introduced. Projects often involve the use of dangerous equipment, materials, vehicles, and locations; they often involve working at height, near or over large drops; or on incomplete structures which may topple or collapse – so when you combine this with the fact that set builds also tend to involve many different people all working on separate tasks, it’s easy to see where accidents can happen.
The CDM Regulations help make the chaos of a project controllable – from start to finish and beyond. By creating roles and responsibilities for key duty holders throughout a project, they ensure that Health & Safety protocols are effectively managed by the right people, and that they are communicated to and followed by everyone.
This CDM Training course breaks the regulations down into three simple sections; the roles and responsibilities of everyone involved; what needs to be planned for at each stage of a construction project; and what needs to be considered in order to keep everyone involved in the building of sets safe and compliant.
This course will be run by Andrew Evans, Andrew works with theatre, arts and entertainment etc. companies to help address specific HSE risks within the sector. He is Scotland's representative at the Health and Safety Executive's Joint Advisory Committee for Entertainment (JACE) forum and works across the sector to apply best practice initiatives and to develop common standards to help deal with sector specific challenges. Andrew is also the Chair of Scotland's Sound Performance Working Group, which he formed with National and other orchestras across Scotland to provide a forum to address the key risk of noise exposure in the music industry.
Ecoscenography workshop
It’s time to talk about the environmental impact of the work we make!
Together!
This workshop will bring together designers, directors and production managers for an interactive talk on ecological design for performance and it’s merging within theatre making, followed by a workshop exploring ecological processes.
We will address the importance and advantages of integrating ecological principles into all stages of the performing arts. There will be opportunities to work in creative teams to explore how we can co-create sustainable new narratives in the entertainment industry for the future of our society and the planet.
Venue: Rockvilla
Date: Thursday 6th February
Time: 2-5pm (with tea break!)
Who is it for?
Designers
Directors
Production Managers
This workshop is currently not open to students (sorry).
How do I apply?
Please send us an e-mail to [email protected] requesting a place and letting us know what your usual job role is.
We want to ensure as many perspectives are in the room as possible, so have a limited number of places for each discipline (designers, directors, porduction managers), places will be filled on a first come, first come basis with a reserve list being used to fill any empty spaces that may be left.
Facilitator
The workshop will be facilitated by Ecoscenographer Mona Kastell.
Mona Kastell is an ecoscenographer, ecological designer, community engagement practitioner, and leader in the emerging paradigm of Ecoscenography. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, she freelances between Set & Costume designand Ecological Design talks, workshops & Consultancy. As a designer/maker, Mona holistically combines stage design, Permaculture & Ecological Design to actively instigate positive change for the future of our society and the planet. She places Nature, interconnectivity, and authentic community engagement at the heart of her creative practice.
Website: www.monakastell.com
Together!
This workshop will bring together designers, directors and production managers for an interactive talk on ecological design for performance and it’s merging within theatre making, followed by a workshop exploring ecological processes.
We will address the importance and advantages of integrating ecological principles into all stages of the performing arts. There will be opportunities to work in creative teams to explore how we can co-create sustainable new narratives in the entertainment industry for the future of our society and the planet.
Venue: Rockvilla
Date: Thursday 6th February
Time: 2-5pm (with tea break!)
Who is it for?
Designers
Directors
Production Managers
This workshop is currently not open to students (sorry).
How do I apply?
Please send us an e-mail to [email protected] requesting a place and letting us know what your usual job role is.
We want to ensure as many perspectives are in the room as possible, so have a limited number of places for each discipline (designers, directors, porduction managers), places will be filled on a first come, first come basis with a reserve list being used to fill any empty spaces that may be left.
Facilitator
The workshop will be facilitated by Ecoscenographer Mona Kastell.
Mona Kastell is an ecoscenographer, ecological designer, community engagement practitioner, and leader in the emerging paradigm of Ecoscenography. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, she freelances between Set & Costume designand Ecological Design talks, workshops & Consultancy. As a designer/maker, Mona holistically combines stage design, Permaculture & Ecological Design to actively instigate positive change for the future of our society and the planet. She places Nature, interconnectivity, and authentic community engagement at the heart of her creative practice.
Website: www.monakastell.com
Christmas Drinks
Is that the sound of wine mulling gently in the background?
It's that time of year again. Please join us for Christmas Drinks to reflect and celebrate on the year that was 2019!
Venue: Tron Theatre Bar
Date: Thursday 12th December
Time: 7:45pm onwards...
Designers and collaborators welcome!
It's that time of year again. Please join us for Christmas Drinks to reflect and celebrate on the year that was 2019!
Venue: Tron Theatre Bar
Date: Thursday 12th December
Time: 7:45pm onwards...
Designers and collaborators welcome!
Photoshop Workshop
As a designer photographs are often all that remains as a record of months of blood, sweat and tears.
This 3 hour workshop at Stills will be led by a freelance photoshop tutor and will teach you photo editing skills to help you showcase your work in it's best light.
You do not require any equipment or software to take part.
Date: Saturday 12th October
Location: Stills Centre for Photography, Edinburgh
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
There are a maximum of 8 places available for this session. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected]
This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
We have a limited travel budget available for those travelling 25 miles or more from the venue. Please mention if you would like to take advantage of this when you get in touch.
This 3 hour workshop at Stills will be led by a freelance photoshop tutor and will teach you photo editing skills to help you showcase your work in it's best light.
You do not require any equipment or software to take part.
Date: Saturday 12th October
Location: Stills Centre for Photography, Edinburgh
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
There are a maximum of 8 places available for this session. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected]
This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
We have a limited travel budget available for those travelling 25 miles or more from the venue. Please mention if you would like to take advantage of this when you get in touch.
Sketch Up Workshops
Tim Reid is going to lead 2 sessions sharing his skills and knowledge on the 3D drawing programme Sketch Up. The morning session will be for beginners with no or little knowledge and the afternoon will be for those who are comfortable with the basics and looking to explore the potential of the programme further.
Participants will need their own laptop with Sketch Up (free version) downloaded.
Date: Thursday 10th October
Location: Rockvilla (National Theatre of Scotland), Glasgow.
Time: 10:30am - 1:30pm (beginners session)
2:30pm - 5:30pm (advanced session)
You can participate in one or both sessions, please let us know which you would like to attend when e-mailing.
There are a maximum of 10 places available at each session. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected]
This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
We have a limited travel budget available for those travelling 25 miles or more from the venue. Please mention if you would like to take advantage of this when you get in touch.
Participants will need their own laptop with Sketch Up (free version) downloaded.
Date: Thursday 10th October
Location: Rockvilla (National Theatre of Scotland), Glasgow.
Time: 10:30am - 1:30pm (beginners session)
2:30pm - 5:30pm (advanced session)
You can participate in one or both sessions, please let us know which you would like to attend when e-mailing.
There are a maximum of 10 places available at each session. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected]
This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
We have a limited travel budget available for those travelling 25 miles or more from the venue. Please mention if you would like to take advantage of this when you get in touch.
Meet The Designer – Tom Piper
We are thrilled to announce we are hosting a Meet the Designer session with Tom Piper in association with the Citizens Theatre. Tom will be talking about his designs for The Duchess [of Malfi] before it begins its run at the Tramway. This is a unique opportunity to get inside the process of an award winning Set & Costume designer.
Date: Wednesday 4thSeptember
Location: Tramway
Time: 13:45 – 15:00 (NEW TIME)
We have a limited number of places for designers and they will be released on a first come, first served basis. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected]
This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage including design students.
Date: Wednesday 4thSeptember
Location: Tramway
Time: 13:45 – 15:00 (NEW TIME)
We have a limited number of places for designers and they will be released on a first come, first served basis. To book a place please e-mail us on [email protected]
This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage including design students.
Festival Drinks
We are gathering for a wee festival celebration!
Please come join and share your fringe get in stories or have a pint and block it all out!
Where: Summerhall - The Dick Bar
When: Monday 5th August
Time: 7-11pm
All welcome. If you don't know us don't be afraid to drop us a line before or find us on twitter and facebook and we will look out for you.
We are a friendly bunch!
Please come join and share your fringe get in stories or have a pint and block it all out!
Where: Summerhall - The Dick Bar
When: Monday 5th August
Time: 7-11pm
All welcome. If you don't know us don't be afraid to drop us a line before or find us on twitter and facebook and we will look out for you.
We are a friendly bunch!
The Image and the Word - A workshop for designers and playwrights
The Envelope Room in association with Playwrights' Studio, Scotland
Monday 24th June, 10am - 5pm
Club Room, CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3JD
The Envelope Room in association with Playwrights' Studio, Scotland are delighted to host a new workshop to combine the creative talents of stage designers and playwrights by bringing the two together for a day of exploration.
Over a day, you will work with facilitator Nicholas Bone (Artistic Director, Magnetic North Theatre Company) exploring the process of developing new work and discovering new ways playwrights and designers can collaborate directly. This is a practical workshop with opportunities to work directly with each other to generate and develop ideas.
Each participant will receive a fee of £150. Playwrights' Studio, Scotland and The Envelope Room can cover travel from within Scotland.
Am I eligible?
There is space for four stage designers and four playwrights. This workshop would be particularly suited to designers who have created at least four professional productions and for playwrights who have worked professionally with a stage designer.
How to apply
We'll be using the submissions management system Submittable to streamline our application process. If you have any difficulties using Submittable, please get in touch with The Playwrights' Studio Scotland on 0141 332 4403 or at [email protected]
If you are unable to use Submittable, you can e-mail your application to [email protected]
If applying by e-mail, you will need to provide:
Deadline: 12pm on Monday 20th May 2019
Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their submission no later than Monday 27th May 2019.
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Monday 24th June, 10am - 5pm
Club Room, CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3JD
The Envelope Room in association with Playwrights' Studio, Scotland are delighted to host a new workshop to combine the creative talents of stage designers and playwrights by bringing the two together for a day of exploration.
Over a day, you will work with facilitator Nicholas Bone (Artistic Director, Magnetic North Theatre Company) exploring the process of developing new work and discovering new ways playwrights and designers can collaborate directly. This is a practical workshop with opportunities to work directly with each other to generate and develop ideas.
Each participant will receive a fee of £150. Playwrights' Studio, Scotland and The Envelope Room can cover travel from within Scotland.
Am I eligible?
There is space for four stage designers and four playwrights. This workshop would be particularly suited to designers who have created at least four professional productions and for playwrights who have worked professionally with a stage designer.
How to apply
We'll be using the submissions management system Submittable to streamline our application process. If you have any difficulties using Submittable, please get in touch with The Playwrights' Studio Scotland on 0141 332 4403 or at [email protected]
If you are unable to use Submittable, you can e-mail your application to [email protected]
If applying by e-mail, you will need to provide:
- Contact details (including name, address and mobile number)
- A supporting statement of no more than 300 words explaining why you would like to participate in the workshop
- A CV detailing your professional experience to date
- An Equalities Monitoring Form
- Confirmation that you are available on Monday 24th June
Deadline: 12pm on Monday 20th May 2019
Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their submission no later than Monday 27th May 2019.
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Mind the Gap! – Conversations between Designers and Costume Supervisors
We have created an event focusing on costume design and the key relationship in the design process between the Designer and the Costume Supervisor, we would love you to come and join us for an afternoon with Alison Brown discussing all things costume design.
We’ll follow this with a group discussion about our experiences and learning to help develop a better understanding of a role that is often undervalued.
There will also be tea and cake of course!
If you are interested in costume design drop us an email at [email protected]. Spaces are limited and places will be filled on a first come first served basis. This is open to designers of all levels and wardrobe supervisors.
There are a limited number of bursaries available to help with travel costs, available to those travelling more than 25 miles from their home base.
Date : 9th May
Time : 2.30pm – 5pm
Venue : Wardrobe Dept, National Theatre of Scotland, Rockvilla, Glasgow
We’ll follow this with a group discussion about our experiences and learning to help develop a better understanding of a role that is often undervalued.
There will also be tea and cake of course!
If you are interested in costume design drop us an email at [email protected]. Spaces are limited and places will be filled on a first come first served basis. This is open to designers of all levels and wardrobe supervisors.
There are a limited number of bursaries available to help with travel costs, available to those travelling more than 25 miles from their home base.
Date : 9th May
Time : 2.30pm – 5pm
Venue : Wardrobe Dept, National Theatre of Scotland, Rockvilla, Glasgow
NTS One Day To Play: VR In Partnership With The Envelope Room
One Day to Play is a paid opportunity for six artists to experiment across art-forms and to generate a brand new idea.
Six artists will be selected from across different art forms and will be matched into pairs, invited to share their practices and approaches to making work. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from designers, theatre-makers and artists with an interest in virtual reality. Facilitated and guided by Harry Wilson (National Theatre of Scotland’s Digital Thinker in Residence) over the course of one day the artists will work towards presenting ten minutes of a brand new idea as part of the Rep Stripped festival at Dundee Rep.
The opportunity has been designed to bring designers, theatre-makers and artists together to learn about virtual reality technology and using this is a prompt to come up with the seed of a brand new idea.
When: 22nd and 23rd April.
Deadline: 1st April
For full details, including a schedule for the two days please follow this link!
Selected artists will be paid a fee of £153.98 for their involvement, calculated at National Theatre of Scotland’s development rate.
Six artists will be selected from across different art forms and will be matched into pairs, invited to share their practices and approaches to making work. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from designers, theatre-makers and artists with an interest in virtual reality. Facilitated and guided by Harry Wilson (National Theatre of Scotland’s Digital Thinker in Residence) over the course of one day the artists will work towards presenting ten minutes of a brand new idea as part of the Rep Stripped festival at Dundee Rep.
The opportunity has been designed to bring designers, theatre-makers and artists together to learn about virtual reality technology and using this is a prompt to come up with the seed of a brand new idea.
When: 22nd and 23rd April.
Deadline: 1st April
For full details, including a schedule for the two days please follow this link!
Selected artists will be paid a fee of £153.98 for their involvement, calculated at National Theatre of Scotland’s development rate.
Emerging Talent Residency
We're delighted to be working with The JMK Trust and Traverse Theatre to host an Emerging Creative Talent Residency.
VENUE: TRAVERSE THEATRE, EDINBURGH
DATE: TUESDAY 29TH JANUARY & WEDNESDAY 30TH JANUARY
COST: FREE
The residency is a 2 day series of events and workshops aimed at emerging directors and designers working in theatre and based in Scotland or the North East of England. A brilliant opportunity to meet and mingle with your future collaborators in a relaxed, supportive and inspiring environment!
You can expect collaborator speed dating, an advice session with a production manager, a creative workshop with an award winning director and designer team and a free trip to the theatre together.
Applicants must be able to participate in the full programme which will take place between Tues 29th and Weds 30th Jan (full details below).
There are a limited number of bursaries available to help with travel and accommodation costs.
Please indicate on your application if you would like help to cover these costs.
This event is aimed at emerging professionals and so priority will be given to those with between 1-5 years professional experience.
The deadline has been extended until midnight 6th January 2019. We will let you know soon afterwards if you have been successful.
HOW TO APPLY
This opportunity is open to all directors and designers with less than 5 years professional experience. You must have a minimum of 2 realised productions under your belt.
Designers
Please submit a short statement (1/2 page of A4 max) explaining why you would like to take part in this opportunity, where you are based, a copy of your CV and a link to your web-site or on-line portfolio. If you do not have an on-line site, please submit 3 images of your work (format as j-pegs or pdf's please).
Please send your application to [email protected]
Directors
Please submit a short statement (1/2 page of A4 max) explaining why you would like to take part in this opportunity, where you are based and a copy of your CV, including your email and telephone number. Please send your application to [email protected]
If you have any access requirements or any other questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with [email protected]
FULL PROGRAMME DETAILS
Tuesday 29th January
13:45 – 14:30 – Welcome
14:30 – 15:45 – Working with a Production Manager
16:00 – 18:00 – Collaborator Speed Dating (for designers and directors)
18:00 – 19:30 - Break
19:30 – Attend Touching the Void at the Lyceum.
Wednesday 30th January
10:30 – 11:15 – Discussion about Touching the Void with Traverse Associate Director Gareth Nicholls
11:30 – 13:30 – A Creative Workshop with Director and Designer team (part 1)
13:30 - 14:30 – Lunch
14:30 – 18:00 - A Creative Workshop with Director and Designer team (part 2)
VENUE: TRAVERSE THEATRE, EDINBURGH
DATE: TUESDAY 29TH JANUARY & WEDNESDAY 30TH JANUARY
COST: FREE
The residency is a 2 day series of events and workshops aimed at emerging directors and designers working in theatre and based in Scotland or the North East of England. A brilliant opportunity to meet and mingle with your future collaborators in a relaxed, supportive and inspiring environment!
You can expect collaborator speed dating, an advice session with a production manager, a creative workshop with an award winning director and designer team and a free trip to the theatre together.
Applicants must be able to participate in the full programme which will take place between Tues 29th and Weds 30th Jan (full details below).
There are a limited number of bursaries available to help with travel and accommodation costs.
Please indicate on your application if you would like help to cover these costs.
This event is aimed at emerging professionals and so priority will be given to those with between 1-5 years professional experience.
The deadline has been extended until midnight 6th January 2019. We will let you know soon afterwards if you have been successful.
HOW TO APPLY
This opportunity is open to all directors and designers with less than 5 years professional experience. You must have a minimum of 2 realised productions under your belt.
Designers
Please submit a short statement (1/2 page of A4 max) explaining why you would like to take part in this opportunity, where you are based, a copy of your CV and a link to your web-site or on-line portfolio. If you do not have an on-line site, please submit 3 images of your work (format as j-pegs or pdf's please).
Please send your application to [email protected]
Directors
Please submit a short statement (1/2 page of A4 max) explaining why you would like to take part in this opportunity, where you are based and a copy of your CV, including your email and telephone number. Please send your application to [email protected]
If you have any access requirements or any other questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with [email protected]
FULL PROGRAMME DETAILS
Tuesday 29th January
13:45 – 14:30 – Welcome
14:30 – 15:45 – Working with a Production Manager
16:00 – 18:00 – Collaborator Speed Dating (for designers and directors)
18:00 – 19:30 - Break
19:30 – Attend Touching the Void at the Lyceum.
Wednesday 30th January
10:30 – 11:15 – Discussion about Touching the Void with Traverse Associate Director Gareth Nicholls
11:30 – 13:30 – A Creative Workshop with Director and Designer team (part 1)
13:30 - 14:30 – Lunch
14:30 – 18:00 - A Creative Workshop with Director and Designer team (part 2)
Christmas Drinks!
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells....
It's our favourite event of the year and this year marks our 6th Designers Chirstmas Drinks! We'd love to see as many designers come along as possible but everyone is welcome! Pop and along and use it as post panto therapy!
Venue: Traverse Theatre
Date: Tuesday 18th December
Time: 7pm til they throw us out!
It's our favourite event of the year and this year marks our 6th Designers Chirstmas Drinks! We'd love to see as many designers come along as possible but everyone is welcome! Pop and along and use it as post panto therapy!
Venue: Traverse Theatre
Date: Tuesday 18th December
Time: 7pm til they throw us out!
Designers taking the lead: developing your creative practice with David Shearing
Presented In Collaboration With Grid Iron Theatre Company, With Support From NTS.
Date: Saturday October 27th
Time: 10 – 5pm
Venue: Rockvilla (National Theatre of Scotland)
This full day workshop is for designers who wish to develop their creative practice as an independent artist. Led by artist David Shearing, we will explore how to create an artistic identity, build project partners, funding partners and different producing methods. Throughout we will explore the specific role that designers can play in creating place outside of theatre contexts. We will explore emerging ethics, responsibilities and challenges around the role of ‘co-creation’ with audiences. Throughout you will have an opportunity to create your own individual manifestos and receive support in developing new projects you might have.
www.davidshearing.com
Spaces for this workshop are limited to 6.
Who is this for? This workshop is for designers who would like to start developing their own work. If you have an idea that you have always wanted to develop but are unsure how to, then this is for you.
Application Process: Please submit an application to take part by submitting a CV and a brief paragraph explaining your reasons for wanting to take part.
Deadline for applications: Midnight on Sunday 30th September. Successful applicants will be informed by Wednesday 3rd October.
Date: Saturday October 27th
Time: 10 – 5pm
Venue: Rockvilla (National Theatre of Scotland)
This full day workshop is for designers who wish to develop their creative practice as an independent artist. Led by artist David Shearing, we will explore how to create an artistic identity, build project partners, funding partners and different producing methods. Throughout we will explore the specific role that designers can play in creating place outside of theatre contexts. We will explore emerging ethics, responsibilities and challenges around the role of ‘co-creation’ with audiences. Throughout you will have an opportunity to create your own individual manifestos and receive support in developing new projects you might have.
www.davidshearing.com
Spaces for this workshop are limited to 6.
Who is this for? This workshop is for designers who would like to start developing their own work. If you have an idea that you have always wanted to develop but are unsure how to, then this is for you.
Application Process: Please submit an application to take part by submitting a CV and a brief paragraph explaining your reasons for wanting to take part.
Deadline for applications: Midnight on Sunday 30th September. Successful applicants will be informed by Wednesday 3rd October.
The challenges of making work for non theatre spaces: reflections with Grid Iron.
presented in collaboration with Grid Iron Theatre Company with support from The Tron.
Date: Tuesday 9th October
Venue: Tron Theatre – Changing House
Time: 8pm
Join us for an evening reflecting on the highs and lows of over 20 years creating site specific and location theatre with award winning Scottish theatre company Grid Iron. Over the years they have created performances in all kinds of places from airports to zoos, not forgetting the boat builders island in Norway! Come and hear what it takes to make theatre in the most unusual spaces.
Judith Doherty and Ben Harrison will be joined by designer Becky Minto and Production Manager Fi Fraser, 2 of Grid Iron’s longest serving collaborators.
Everyone is welcome at this event and we’d love to see you in the bar afterwards too!
*This event is ticketed and tickets cost £6 (£3 conc). To buy tickets follow this link. We have a small number of funded tickets available for those unable to afford the ticket price. Please e-mail us to enquire if you would like a funded ticket.
Date: Tuesday 9th October
Venue: Tron Theatre – Changing House
Time: 8pm
Join us for an evening reflecting on the highs and lows of over 20 years creating site specific and location theatre with award winning Scottish theatre company Grid Iron. Over the years they have created performances in all kinds of places from airports to zoos, not forgetting the boat builders island in Norway! Come and hear what it takes to make theatre in the most unusual spaces.
Judith Doherty and Ben Harrison will be joined by designer Becky Minto and Production Manager Fi Fraser, 2 of Grid Iron’s longest serving collaborators.
Everyone is welcome at this event and we’d love to see you in the bar afterwards too!
*This event is ticketed and tickets cost £6 (£3 conc). To buy tickets follow this link. We have a small number of funded tickets available for those unable to afford the ticket price. Please e-mail us to enquire if you would like a funded ticket.
Designing for non theatre spaces – a workshop with Ben Harrison and Becky Minto
presented in collaboration with Grid Iron Theatre Company and with support from The Tron.
Date: Tuesday 9th October
Venue: Tron Theatre – Changing House
Time: 2pm – 5:00pm (*note new finish time)
Long-term collaborators Ben Harrison and Becky Minto invite you to spend an afternoon exploring methods and approaches to creating site specific and site responsive work.
This workshop will include space to
Who is this for? This workshop is open to designers at any career stage but might appeal to those who are early - mid career. Places are limited and are on a first come, first served basis.
Application process: To book a place please e-mail [email protected].
Photo by Tim Morrozo
Date: Tuesday 9th October
Venue: Tron Theatre – Changing House
Time: 2pm – 5:00pm (*note new finish time)
Long-term collaborators Ben Harrison and Becky Minto invite you to spend an afternoon exploring methods and approaches to creating site specific and site responsive work.
This workshop will include space to
- discuss and unpick the differences between the various terminology used to describe this type of work
- insight into the director & designer relationship
- engage in a practical exercise to get your design brains ticking
- time to ask questions and discuss your own experiences.
Who is this for? This workshop is open to designers at any career stage but might appeal to those who are early - mid career. Places are limited and are on a first come, first served basis.
Application process: To book a place please e-mail [email protected].
Photo by Tim Morrozo
NTS Engine Lounge in collaboration with The Envelope Room - 23rd August
On the 23rd August we will be co hosting an Engine Room Lounge Day with the National Theatre of Scotland. Events on the day include:
Collaborator Speed Dating - 11am - 1.30pm
A collaborator speed-dating session aimed at connecting designers and directors. As spaces are limited and in order to best facilitate this session, there is a short application process to sign up. To apply click here.
Portfolio Surgeries with Stewart Laing - 2:30pm - 4:30pm
A one-on-one 30 minute advice session for a designer and their portfolio with National Theatre of Scotland Associate Director Stewart Laing. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis email [email protected] to book and please include a biography (200 words max) and a note of any access requirements.
Ask a Designer - 11am - 6pm
Envelope Room Founders and experienced designers Claire Halleran and Lisa Sangster will be on hand throughout the day to answer questions about the Envelope Room and design in Scotland. No need to book, just turn up.
Ask a Production Manager - 5pm - 6pm
An opportunity for designers to pop in and ask any technical questions to National Theatre of Scotland Technical Director and experienced Production Manager Gemma Swallow. No need to book, just turn up.
One to One Surgeries with the NTS team - various times throughout the day
For full details of the whole day including opportunities for one to ones with members of the NTS team click here.
Collaborator Speed Dating - 11am - 1.30pm
A collaborator speed-dating session aimed at connecting designers and directors. As spaces are limited and in order to best facilitate this session, there is a short application process to sign up. To apply click here.
Portfolio Surgeries with Stewart Laing - 2:30pm - 4:30pm
A one-on-one 30 minute advice session for a designer and their portfolio with National Theatre of Scotland Associate Director Stewart Laing. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis email [email protected] to book and please include a biography (200 words max) and a note of any access requirements.
Ask a Designer - 11am - 6pm
Envelope Room Founders and experienced designers Claire Halleran and Lisa Sangster will be on hand throughout the day to answer questions about the Envelope Room and design in Scotland. No need to book, just turn up.
Ask a Production Manager - 5pm - 6pm
An opportunity for designers to pop in and ask any technical questions to National Theatre of Scotland Technical Director and experienced Production Manager Gemma Swallow. No need to book, just turn up.
One to One Surgeries with the NTS team - various times throughout the day
For full details of the whole day including opportunities for one to ones with members of the NTS team click here.
Go See - in collaboration with National Theatre of Scotland
The National Theatre Of Scotland and The Envelope Room are inviting a group of designers and directors to see a body of work together at the Edinburgh Festivals. This is an opportunity to see a range of work from outside Scotland and share the experience with fellow creatives. We want to create a space in the madness of the festival for creatives to discuss work together. Discover new work, new points of view and possibly new collaborators!
9 designers and directors will be selcted to paticipate. To apply you must be able to attend all 3 shows.
Meek @ Traverse - Aug 8th - 7pm
Hocus Pocus @ The Studio - Aug 12th - 6pm
Home @ Kings Theatre - Aug 22nd - 8pm
To apply please complete the short on-line application process here
The deadline is 5pm July 30th and successful applicants will be notified by August 1st.
9 designers and directors will be selcted to paticipate. To apply you must be able to attend all 3 shows.
Meek @ Traverse - Aug 8th - 7pm
Hocus Pocus @ The Studio - Aug 12th - 6pm
Home @ Kings Theatre - Aug 22nd - 8pm
To apply please complete the short on-line application process here
The deadline is 5pm July 30th and successful applicants will be notified by August 1st.
Portfolio Speed Dating at the Lyceum
We are co-hosting a portfolio speed dating event with the Lyceum on Thursday 26th October. The event will provide designers a chance to meet 10 established directors & producers working in Scotland. Directors attending include David Greig, Jemima Levick, Joe Douglas and Gareth Nicholls.
The event will take a relaxed approach, beginning with a coffee and casual chat, allowing time to peruse portfolios before taking on a speed dating format with each designer having 5 minutes to get to know a different director or producer.
The event details are:
Venue: The Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
Date: Thursday 26th October
Time: 4:30pm - 6pm (designers can arrive from 4pm to set up)
There are 10 spaces available and they are open to set, costume, lighting and video designers based in Scotland. This event is aimed at established professionals and so priority will be given to those with 3 or more years professional experience.
To apply for a spot e-mail us with a copy of your CV - [email protected]
Deadline for notes of interest is 1st October, we will let you know soon afterwards if you have been successful.
The event is about planting seeds for possible future collaborations and with this intent in mind we try and ensure it is a friendly and supportive environment for all.
We also encourage everyone to join us for a drink afterwards in a local bar.
The event will take a relaxed approach, beginning with a coffee and casual chat, allowing time to peruse portfolios before taking on a speed dating format with each designer having 5 minutes to get to know a different director or producer.
The event details are:
Venue: The Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
Date: Thursday 26th October
Time: 4:30pm - 6pm (designers can arrive from 4pm to set up)
There are 10 spaces available and they are open to set, costume, lighting and video designers based in Scotland. This event is aimed at established professionals and so priority will be given to those with 3 or more years professional experience.
To apply for a spot e-mail us with a copy of your CV - [email protected]
Deadline for notes of interest is 1st October, we will let you know soon afterwards if you have been successful.
The event is about planting seeds for possible future collaborations and with this intent in mind we try and ensure it is a friendly and supportive environment for all.
We also encourage everyone to join us for a drink afterwards in a local bar.
Portfolio Surgeries for Linbury Applicants/Emerging Designers
It's a Linbury Prize year and that means all you emerging designers out there will be frantically pulling together portfolios and preparing to present the best of your work!
The official Linbury surgeries have been and gone but we are offering an opportunity to have a personal session with previous Linbury winners Ana Inés Jaberes-Pita and Jen McGinley and director Paul Brotherston of Blood of the Young. You will be given a 1 hour time slot and have approx 20 mins with each professional, who will give you advice on your personal portfolio.
Date: May 11th 2017
Time: 3pm - 6pm
Venue: Royal Conservatoire of Scotland - Speirs Locks Studio
Apply: This opportunity is open to final year Theatre Design students and graduates from 2016 and 2017 who studied or are based in Scotland. If you would like a place at this portfolio surgery then please e-mail [email protected]. Please let us know your name, the institute you studied/are studying at and your preferred time slot if you have one (3pm, 4pm, 5pm). We have extended the deadline to apply to Tues 9th May 5pm.
The opportunity is now open to 2nd year students and older graduates.
This is a unique opportunity and we thank all the professionals involved for being so generous in giving up their time to offer this opportunity.
The official Linbury surgeries have been and gone but we are offering an opportunity to have a personal session with previous Linbury winners Ana Inés Jaberes-Pita and Jen McGinley and director Paul Brotherston of Blood of the Young. You will be given a 1 hour time slot and have approx 20 mins with each professional, who will give you advice on your personal portfolio.
Date: May 11th 2017
Time: 3pm - 6pm
Venue: Royal Conservatoire of Scotland - Speirs Locks Studio
Apply: This opportunity is open to final year Theatre Design students and graduates from 2016 and 2017 who studied or are based in Scotland. If you would like a place at this portfolio surgery then please e-mail [email protected]. Please let us know your name, the institute you studied/are studying at and your preferred time slot if you have one (3pm, 4pm, 5pm). We have extended the deadline to apply to Tues 9th May 5pm.
The opportunity is now open to 2nd year students and older graduates.
This is a unique opportunity and we thank all the professionals involved for being so generous in giving up their time to offer this opportunity.
Interrogating Space Workshop with Grid Iron & Ephemera Collective
Grid Iron Theatre Company, The Envelope Room & Ephemera Collective is collaborating to host 2 days of workshops exploring approaches to designing found spaces. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with experience or interest in the areas of site responsive theatre, installation art and spatial design to discover different approaches to interact creatively with space. We are delighted to welcome the Ephemera Collective to Scotland from Serbia and are excited to host this unique opportunity for theatre designers, theatre makers, architects and interested artists to come together to look at spatial design together.
For further information please download our workshop guide, which also includes application details. Please get in touch with any questions you might have at [email protected]
For further information please download our workshop guide, which also includes application details. Please get in touch with any questions you might have at [email protected]
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Christmas Drinks!It's that time of year where we ask you to dust off the remaining glitter (or not if you like a bit of bling!) and come and join us for designers christmas drinks. This year we are hosting them in Edinburgh and everyone is welcome so please come and join us for a blether about the year gone by or just for some post panto therapy!
Venue: Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh Date: Tuesday 13th December Time: 7pm onwards Look forward to seeing some of you there. Meet the Designer - Francis O ConnorWe are thrilled to announce we are hosting a Meet the Designer session with Francis O'Connor in association with the Lyceum. Francis will be talking about his design for Alice's Adventures in Wonderland before it officially opens at the Lyceum! This is a unique opportunity to get inside the process of an award winning Set & Costume designer.
Date: Tuesday 29th November Location: Lyceum Theatre Time: 12:30 - 2pm (with option to see a schools performance for £8.50 before hand at 10am) We are offering limited places for designers to come along and hear from Francis O'Connor so to book a place please e-mail us on [email protected] This opportunity is open to all designers at any career stage including design students. What Comes Next? |
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It's nearly the end of our first year of funding, where has the time gone?
We really hope that you have found our events useful and inspiring, it's been a whirlwind of a year with mini festivals, Sketch Up training, Speed Dating, Portfolio Surgeries, mixing with directors, producers, writers and even critics!
We are holding an informal drop in feedback session, we want to hear all about your highs and lows from the year. We'd like to hear what The Envelope Room means to you, what you would like to see us do in the future and what we have done that has been useful so far.
We can offer a warm room, nibbles, a glass of wine and an opportunity to help shape the next move for the Envelope Room. We believe that The Envelope Room should be guided by real working designers so please come and add your voice to the mix. Even if you're not sure if you have a huge amount to say, come and have a chat, we'd love to see you.
Date: Thursday 8th September
Time: 6-8pm (drop in anytime)
Venue: NTS, Civic House, 26 Civic Street. Glasgow.
*Travel: If you need help with travel costs to attend please contact us on [email protected]
If you can't attend, don't worry we will be creating other ways for you to feedback, and feed into any future plans. If your only free after 8pm on the 8th then drop us a line as I'm sure we will continue on more informally after the session too and you'd be welcome to join.
We look forward to welcoming as many of you as possible on Thursday 8th and raising a glass to celebrate all our achievements over the past year.
We really hope that you have found our events useful and inspiring, it's been a whirlwind of a year with mini festivals, Sketch Up training, Speed Dating, Portfolio Surgeries, mixing with directors, producers, writers and even critics!
We are holding an informal drop in feedback session, we want to hear all about your highs and lows from the year. We'd like to hear what The Envelope Room means to you, what you would like to see us do in the future and what we have done that has been useful so far.
We can offer a warm room, nibbles, a glass of wine and an opportunity to help shape the next move for the Envelope Room. We believe that The Envelope Room should be guided by real working designers so please come and add your voice to the mix. Even if you're not sure if you have a huge amount to say, come and have a chat, we'd love to see you.
Date: Thursday 8th September
Time: 6-8pm (drop in anytime)
Venue: NTS, Civic House, 26 Civic Street. Glasgow.
*Travel: If you need help with travel costs to attend please contact us on [email protected]
If you can't attend, don't worry we will be creating other ways for you to feedback, and feed into any future plans. If your only free after 8pm on the 8th then drop us a line as I'm sure we will continue on more informally after the session too and you'd be welcome to join.
We look forward to welcoming as many of you as possible on Thursday 8th and raising a glass to celebrate all our achievements over the past year.
Critics verses creatives
We are doing something different this year at the fringe and hosting a conversation between designers and critics!
Do critics understand the design process?
How do we write about theatre design?
How does it feel to have your work critiqued?
The work of theatre designers and theatre critics can seem worlds apart. But at what point do these professions interact?
We are delighted to have Mark Fisher and Matt Trueman joining lighting designer Simon Wilkinson and set & costume designer Jan Bee Brown to have a chat, alongside Judith Doherty from Grid Iron. We will be asking some questions, listening and hopefully gaining an understanding about each others creative process and thinking. We would be delighted if you could join us!
Event Details:
Date: Monday 15th August
Time: 13:30 (1hr30m)
Venue: Fringe Central @ Infirmary Street: Studio 1
There are 2 ways to book tickets:
Fringe Participant - you can book direct, you'll find details on pg 3 of the Fringe Central programme.
Non Fringe Particpant - e-mail us to reserve a place at [email protected]
ALL TICKETS ARE FREE.
Do critics understand the design process?
How do we write about theatre design?
How does it feel to have your work critiqued?
The work of theatre designers and theatre critics can seem worlds apart. But at what point do these professions interact?
We are delighted to have Mark Fisher and Matt Trueman joining lighting designer Simon Wilkinson and set & costume designer Jan Bee Brown to have a chat, alongside Judith Doherty from Grid Iron. We will be asking some questions, listening and hopefully gaining an understanding about each others creative process and thinking. We would be delighted if you could join us!
Event Details:
Date: Monday 15th August
Time: 13:30 (1hr30m)
Venue: Fringe Central @ Infirmary Street: Studio 1
There are 2 ways to book tickets:
Fringe Participant - you can book direct, you'll find details on pg 3 of the Fringe Central programme.
Non Fringe Particpant - e-mail us to reserve a place at [email protected]
ALL TICKETS ARE FREE.
invisible stories - A workshop with kai fischer
Playwrights' Studio Scotland presents a workshop exploring audio narratives of unseen objects, with designer and theatre artist Kai Fischer (Last Dream (On Earth); Vanishing Point Associate Artist).
Presented in association with The Envelope Room, Scotland's network of theatre designers.
This workshop includes use of audio equipment. Limited to only 9 participants.
For all theatre-makers.
To book tickets follow this link.
Presented in association with The Envelope Room, Scotland's network of theatre designers.
This workshop includes use of audio equipment. Limited to only 9 participants.
For all theatre-makers.
To book tickets follow this link.
Creatively Curious with Imaginate
We are excited to be hosting our first Creatively Curious outside of the fringe along with our friends at Imaginate.
You are invited to come along and experience an evening of insights into what motivates and inspires your fellow theatre makers! We have set & costume designers, directors, lighting designers all ready to share the hand picked images which have inspired them in one way or another! We are really chuffed to have presenting for us - Greg Sinclair, Lou Brodie, Claire Halleran, Kate Bonney, Xana Marwick, Francis Gallop & Mamoru Iriguchi. All participants have experience of creating work for/with young people.
Creatively Curious is about sparking conversations between creatives and hopefully uncovering common loves which might draw people towards each other and lead to future partnerships. After the presentations there will be the chance to spend some time with a glass of wine, catching up with old faces and introducing yourself to the new! Don't be shy, come along and support those brave enough to share.
To book a free ticket please follow this link. This helps us plan how many glasses of wine to pour ;-)
Venue: Anatomy Lecture Hall, Summerhall, Edinburgh
Date: Tuesday 12th July
Time: 7pm - 9:30pm (last hour networking with wine)
You are invited to come along and experience an evening of insights into what motivates and inspires your fellow theatre makers! We have set & costume designers, directors, lighting designers all ready to share the hand picked images which have inspired them in one way or another! We are really chuffed to have presenting for us - Greg Sinclair, Lou Brodie, Claire Halleran, Kate Bonney, Xana Marwick, Francis Gallop & Mamoru Iriguchi. All participants have experience of creating work for/with young people.
Creatively Curious is about sparking conversations between creatives and hopefully uncovering common loves which might draw people towards each other and lead to future partnerships. After the presentations there will be the chance to spend some time with a glass of wine, catching up with old faces and introducing yourself to the new! Don't be shy, come along and support those brave enough to share.
To book a free ticket please follow this link. This helps us plan how many glasses of wine to pour ;-)
Venue: Anatomy Lecture Hall, Summerhall, Edinburgh
Date: Tuesday 12th July
Time: 7pm - 9:30pm (last hour networking with wine)
What comes first – the image or the word?
A conversation between designers and writers.
20th June, 1pm – 4pm, CCA, Glasgow.
Join us for an afternoon of looking at how artworks and images influence our theatre making from the perspectives of designers and writers. We are teaming up with Playwrights' Studio Scotland to invite 4 designers and 4 writers to spend an afternoon looking at a current art exhibition together with award winning playwright Linda McLean as she shares her own experiences of how artworks have influenced her work, encourages participants to question their own processes and investigate how designers and writers can influence each other. If you are interested in being part of a discussion about how designers and writers might work together in the future, then this is the event for you.
Refreshments will be provided (hopefully cake!) and we can cover off peak travel from outside Glasgow.
This event is aimed at Set, Costume, Lighting and Video designers with a minimum of 7 years’ experience. To book a place please e-mail [email protected] with a couple of sentences to explain why you’d like to be there by 15th June at midnight.
20th June, 1pm – 4pm, CCA, Glasgow.
Join us for an afternoon of looking at how artworks and images influence our theatre making from the perspectives of designers and writers. We are teaming up with Playwrights' Studio Scotland to invite 4 designers and 4 writers to spend an afternoon looking at a current art exhibition together with award winning playwright Linda McLean as she shares her own experiences of how artworks have influenced her work, encourages participants to question their own processes and investigate how designers and writers can influence each other. If you are interested in being part of a discussion about how designers and writers might work together in the future, then this is the event for you.
Refreshments will be provided (hopefully cake!) and we can cover off peak travel from outside Glasgow.
This event is aimed at Set, Costume, Lighting and Video designers with a minimum of 7 years’ experience. To book a place please e-mail [email protected] with a couple of sentences to explain why you’d like to be there by 15th June at midnight.
Portfolio Speed Dating
We are delighted to be holding our 4th portfolio speed dating session! This session is aimed at those practitioners and designers working in or interested in working in Communities and Education. Designers and Directors will spend time looking through portfolios and talking about design, sharing ideas and details of your practice and process.
Date: Wednesday 20th April 2016
Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Venue: Platform, Easterhouse
Platform have kindly offered participants discounted tickets for Privilege which is showing at 7pm that evening, so please join us for a drink and some theatre afterwards too.
There are 10 places available for this brilliant networking opportunity.
Application requirements: This event is aimed at designers at any career stage with an interest in meeting practitioners who create work in a community or education context. You must have a minimum of 3 pieces of work in your portfolio. We will allocate places on a first come, first served basis whilst reserving the right to hold some places back to ensure fair and balanced representation.
To Apply: Please send a note of your interest and a copy of your CV with a link to your web-site (if you do not have a web-site please send 3 images of your work in jpeg format) to Lisa & Claire at [email protected]
Deadline: We have extended the deadline for this so please get in touch if you are interested.
Date: Wednesday 20th April 2016
Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Venue: Platform, Easterhouse
Platform have kindly offered participants discounted tickets for Privilege which is showing at 7pm that evening, so please join us for a drink and some theatre afterwards too.
There are 10 places available for this brilliant networking opportunity.
Application requirements: This event is aimed at designers at any career stage with an interest in meeting practitioners who create work in a community or education context. You must have a minimum of 3 pieces of work in your portfolio. We will allocate places on a first come, first served basis whilst reserving the right to hold some places back to ensure fair and balanced representation.
To Apply: Please send a note of your interest and a copy of your CV with a link to your web-site (if you do not have a web-site please send 3 images of your work in jpeg format) to Lisa & Claire at [email protected]
Deadline: We have extended the deadline for this so please get in touch if you are interested.
Portfolio Surgeries
Your portfolio is one of the most important tools you have to sell yourself as a designer. Sign up to one of our portfolio surgeries and you will get a personal 45 minute session with a professional director and designer who will offer valuable advice, & constructive criticism on how to present yourself and your work in the best way. Details of the session are below:
Date: Monday 4th April 2016
Time: 2pm - 6pm (45 minute slots available)
Venue: Visible Fictions Office, Glasgow
Professionals in place to offer feedback at these sessions are Artistic Director of Visible Fictions Douglas Irvine and designer Becky Minto. Places are limited so booking is essential. Portfolio Surgeries are open to theatre designers of all disciplines and at any career stage, although they are predominately aimed at emerging designers. You must have at least 3 pieces of realised work in your portfolio to participate. We allocate places on a first come, first served basis.
To book a slot or if you have any questions:
e-mail us at [email protected] with a link to your website or with 3 j-pegs of your work attached.
Dealine: Friday 25th March (we may close this early if all slots fill up)
Date: Monday 4th April 2016
Time: 2pm - 6pm (45 minute slots available)
Venue: Visible Fictions Office, Glasgow
Professionals in place to offer feedback at these sessions are Artistic Director of Visible Fictions Douglas Irvine and designer Becky Minto. Places are limited so booking is essential. Portfolio Surgeries are open to theatre designers of all disciplines and at any career stage, although they are predominately aimed at emerging designers. You must have at least 3 pieces of realised work in your portfolio to participate. We allocate places on a first come, first served basis.
To book a slot or if you have any questions:
e-mail us at [email protected] with a link to your website or with 3 j-pegs of your work attached.
Dealine: Friday 25th March (we may close this early if all slots fill up)
Sketch up for beginners
Tim Reid is running a 3 hour introduction to Sketch Up class for set designers.
Sketch Up is a useful 3D drawing tool and as more and more designers want to work with this form of render we're offering a free class in the basics with Tim.
The class is aimed at those with no or little knowledge of the software. You can download a free version of Sketch Up here.
Venue: NTS rehearsal room @ The National Theatre of Scotland, Civic House
Date: Friday 8th Jan 2016
Session Times: 10 - 1pm OR 2:30pm - 5:30pm
To book a place please e-mail us at [email protected] and let us know which session you would prefer.
***********Places will be given on a first come, first served basis***********
Sketch Up is a useful 3D drawing tool and as more and more designers want to work with this form of render we're offering a free class in the basics with Tim.
The class is aimed at those with no or little knowledge of the software. You can download a free version of Sketch Up here.
Venue: NTS rehearsal room @ The National Theatre of Scotland, Civic House
Date: Friday 8th Jan 2016
Session Times: 10 - 1pm OR 2:30pm - 5:30pm
To book a place please e-mail us at [email protected] and let us know which session you would prefer.
***********Places will be given on a first come, first served basis***********
Christmas Drinks
We have lots to celebrate this year so please do come and join us for Christmas Drinks. All designers and collaborators welcome. Come, crack open the fizz and lets celebrate 2015! Pencil us in and join us on the day!
Date: Monday 14th December 2014
Venue: Glasgow TBC
Time: 7pm onwards
Date: Monday 14th December 2014
Venue: Glasgow TBC
Time: 7pm onwards
Measure Twice
A series of events offering advice and inspiration to emerging and aspiring designers! Measure Twice takes place over 2 days at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Glasgow. These events are open to designers and collaborators in the early stages of their careers. Please see event listings below for specific details and booking links.
Wednesday 28th October 2015
Creative Coupling!
Fyfe Lecture Theatre at RCS, Renfrew Street
18:00 – 19:00 (with networking afterwards until 20:30 in the Jack Bruce Space)
The Creative Team is at the heart of any production. Finding a fellow creative mind you can connect with is exhilarating and nurturing these relationships is important. Come and hear about some of Scotland’s most successful creative teams. Candice Edmunds of Vox Motus and designer Becky Minto will share the secrets of their most successful relationships. Learn about how these relationships began and how they have developed, collecting a few awards along the way!
This event is aimed at designers, directors and theatre makers in the early stages of their career. There will be an opportunity for those in the audience to share any projects they are brewing and look for collaborators at the end of this session. Networking afterwards will provide an opportunity to meet fellow creative minds.
You can book tickets for Creative Coupling here
Thursday 29th October 2015
Portfolio Surgeries
Conference Room at RCS, Renfrew Street
13:30 – 16:30 (various slots)
Your portfolio is one of the most important tools you have to sell yourself as a designer. Sign up to one of our portfolio surgeries and you will get a 30 minute session with a professional director and designer who will offer valuable advice, & constructive criticism on how to present yourself and your work in the best way. Professionals in place to offer feedback at these sessions are Douglas Irvine, Joe Douglas, Jess Worrall and Becky Minto.
This opportunity is available to final year students and recent graduates of up to 3 years. You must have a portfolio which contains at least 3 pieces of work in it (conceptual design work accepted). Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis*. Contact Lisa at [email protected] to book a slot.
*We are committed to ensuring a balance between final year students and graduates so places may be held back to ensure this happens.
The Jump
Conference Room at RCS, Renfrew Street
17:00 – 18:00
Emerging designers Sophie Ferguson & Ana Inés Jabares Pita will discuss their experiences of graduating and all the things they wish they had known before making the jump into the professional world! Sophie has recently returned from a placement in Berlin working with Installation Artist and Set and Lighting Designer Fred Pommerehn. Ana won the Linbury Prize in 2013 and was commissioned to design The Drivers Seat for the National Theatre of Scotland. Recent work includes Lela & Co at the Royal Court.
You can book tickets for The Jump here
Ask a stupid question?
Conference Room at RCS, Renfrew Street
18:30 – 19:30
Lisa Sangster and Claire Halleran are laying bare all they have learnt over the last 20 collective years as working designers. They are willing to answer all the questions you are too afraid or too shy to ask. Come find out the highs and lows of being a theatre designer and learn how to best navigate your own path. We encourage you to bring all your stupid questions with you to this one!
You can book tickets for Ask a stupid question? here
Cut Once
Conference Room at RCS, Renfrew Street
19:45-20:30
Being a designer in Scotland brings a diverse number of challenges and so working closely and successfully with a Production Manager can make a huge difference. Gemma Swallow, Head of Production at the National Theatre of Scotland, brings many years of experience working with a wide range of companies both at home and internationally, Theatre de Complicite, Stomp Europe, Young Vic, National Theatre and 7:84 Scotland are just a few examples.
Join us to listen to her discuss her experience and impart valuable advice toward making the most of working with a Production Manager.
This event is aimed at final year students and recent graduates.
You can book tickets for Cut Once here
Supported by the National Lottery through Creative Scotland.
Wednesday 28th October 2015
Creative Coupling!
Fyfe Lecture Theatre at RCS, Renfrew Street
18:00 – 19:00 (with networking afterwards until 20:30 in the Jack Bruce Space)
The Creative Team is at the heart of any production. Finding a fellow creative mind you can connect with is exhilarating and nurturing these relationships is important. Come and hear about some of Scotland’s most successful creative teams. Candice Edmunds of Vox Motus and designer Becky Minto will share the secrets of their most successful relationships. Learn about how these relationships began and how they have developed, collecting a few awards along the way!
This event is aimed at designers, directors and theatre makers in the early stages of their career. There will be an opportunity for those in the audience to share any projects they are brewing and look for collaborators at the end of this session. Networking afterwards will provide an opportunity to meet fellow creative minds.
You can book tickets for Creative Coupling here
Thursday 29th October 2015
Portfolio Surgeries
Conference Room at RCS, Renfrew Street
13:30 – 16:30 (various slots)
Your portfolio is one of the most important tools you have to sell yourself as a designer. Sign up to one of our portfolio surgeries and you will get a 30 minute session with a professional director and designer who will offer valuable advice, & constructive criticism on how to present yourself and your work in the best way. Professionals in place to offer feedback at these sessions are Douglas Irvine, Joe Douglas, Jess Worrall and Becky Minto.
This opportunity is available to final year students and recent graduates of up to 3 years. You must have a portfolio which contains at least 3 pieces of work in it (conceptual design work accepted). Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis*. Contact Lisa at [email protected] to book a slot.
*We are committed to ensuring a balance between final year students and graduates so places may be held back to ensure this happens.
The Jump
Conference Room at RCS, Renfrew Street
17:00 – 18:00
Emerging designers Sophie Ferguson & Ana Inés Jabares Pita will discuss their experiences of graduating and all the things they wish they had known before making the jump into the professional world! Sophie has recently returned from a placement in Berlin working with Installation Artist and Set and Lighting Designer Fred Pommerehn. Ana won the Linbury Prize in 2013 and was commissioned to design The Drivers Seat for the National Theatre of Scotland. Recent work includes Lela & Co at the Royal Court.
You can book tickets for The Jump here
Ask a stupid question?
Conference Room at RCS, Renfrew Street
18:30 – 19:30
Lisa Sangster and Claire Halleran are laying bare all they have learnt over the last 20 collective years as working designers. They are willing to answer all the questions you are too afraid or too shy to ask. Come find out the highs and lows of being a theatre designer and learn how to best navigate your own path. We encourage you to bring all your stupid questions with you to this one!
You can book tickets for Ask a stupid question? here
Cut Once
Conference Room at RCS, Renfrew Street
19:45-20:30
Being a designer in Scotland brings a diverse number of challenges and so working closely and successfully with a Production Manager can make a huge difference. Gemma Swallow, Head of Production at the National Theatre of Scotland, brings many years of experience working with a wide range of companies both at home and internationally, Theatre de Complicite, Stomp Europe, Young Vic, National Theatre and 7:84 Scotland are just a few examples.
Join us to listen to her discuss her experience and impart valuable advice toward making the most of working with a Production Manager.
This event is aimed at final year students and recent graduates.
You can book tickets for Cut Once here
Supported by the National Lottery through Creative Scotland.
Creatively Curious at the Edinburgh fringe!
We are delighted to announce we are presenting Creatively Curious again at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe as part of their participants programme.
Curious to know what inspires Theatre Makers? So are we! We are inviting artists from far and wide to share what inspires them. Come along and absorb a whirlwind (early) evening of pure visual delights.
We want to create a space where creative folk can share what inspires them thru a similar structure to Pecha Kucha. The idea is you present between 15-20 images over the course of 5-6 minutes which you feel gives a flavour about what inspires you. The images can be of anything, infact they can even be video or music clips - you decide! You could pick a single artist or choose to talk about various inspriations. You could even throw in a picture of your mum.
The event is on Wednesday 19th August at Fringe Central from 5-6pm with informal networking afterwards 6-7pm. So you'll get the chance to chat to fellow artists and share your inspirations further! The event is free to attend so please feel free to come along and watch and take part in the networking even if you don't want to present.
We are really keen to have a mix of theatre artists, you don't have to be a designer. You just need to be happy to share the visual images which you find inspiring and/or which influence your work.
This event is part of our effort to create spaces for designers to meet other professionals and share what excites them in informal settings. It's an ongoing experiment!
Contact Lisa at [email protected] if you would like to present as part of this event. We want to hear from you!
Curious to know what inspires Theatre Makers? So are we! We are inviting artists from far and wide to share what inspires them. Come along and absorb a whirlwind (early) evening of pure visual delights.
We want to create a space where creative folk can share what inspires them thru a similar structure to Pecha Kucha. The idea is you present between 15-20 images over the course of 5-6 minutes which you feel gives a flavour about what inspires you. The images can be of anything, infact they can even be video or music clips - you decide! You could pick a single artist or choose to talk about various inspriations. You could even throw in a picture of your mum.
The event is on Wednesday 19th August at Fringe Central from 5-6pm with informal networking afterwards 6-7pm. So you'll get the chance to chat to fellow artists and share your inspirations further! The event is free to attend so please feel free to come along and watch and take part in the networking even if you don't want to present.
We are really keen to have a mix of theatre artists, you don't have to be a designer. You just need to be happy to share the visual images which you find inspiring and/or which influence your work.
This event is part of our effort to create spaces for designers to meet other professionals and share what excites them in informal settings. It's an ongoing experiment!
Contact Lisa at [email protected] if you would like to present as part of this event. We want to hear from you!
Yer Granny DESIGN EVENT With The National Theatre Of Scotland
We're excited to announce that we've once again teamed up with the National Theatre of Scotland to bring you an event linked to the production of Yer Granny.
Yer Granny is a riotous new comedy about a diabolical 100-year-old granny who’s literally eating her family out of house and home. She’s already eaten their fish and chip shop into bankruptcy and now she’s working her way through their kitchen cupboards, pushing the Russo family to desperate measures just to survive beyond 1977.
The opportunity is for 10 designers to see the show, visit the stage, talk with the production manager and meet the Set and Costume designer, Colin Richmond and the Lighting Designer, Tim Mitchell. This is a fantastic opportunity to discuss the creative challenges involved in staging the production and to find out more about the creative journey which develops throughout the design process.
The event will be most suited to set, costume and lighting designers but is open to all.
Thursday 21st May at the Beacon, Greenock from 11am – the show starts at 7.30pm
If you would like to be a part of this event please email - [email protected]. This is a ‘first come first served’ event so be quick! We are however planning to have a good mix of emerging designers, students and more established designers (when applying, please let us know how much experience you have and what your discipline is).
The deadline is Thursday 7th May 2015 at midnight - we're looking forward to hearing from you!
* Sorry to say but we won't be able to cover travel expenses to this event.
Yer Granny is a riotous new comedy about a diabolical 100-year-old granny who’s literally eating her family out of house and home. She’s already eaten their fish and chip shop into bankruptcy and now she’s working her way through their kitchen cupboards, pushing the Russo family to desperate measures just to survive beyond 1977.
The opportunity is for 10 designers to see the show, visit the stage, talk with the production manager and meet the Set and Costume designer, Colin Richmond and the Lighting Designer, Tim Mitchell. This is a fantastic opportunity to discuss the creative challenges involved in staging the production and to find out more about the creative journey which develops throughout the design process.
The event will be most suited to set, costume and lighting designers but is open to all.
Thursday 21st May at the Beacon, Greenock from 11am – the show starts at 7.30pm
If you would like to be a part of this event please email - [email protected]. This is a ‘first come first served’ event so be quick! We are however planning to have a good mix of emerging designers, students and more established designers (when applying, please let us know how much experience you have and what your discipline is).
The deadline is Thursday 7th May 2015 at midnight - we're looking forward to hearing from you!
* Sorry to say but we won't be able to cover travel expenses to this event.
Portfolio Speed Dating & Open Designers Panel
In association with Aberdeen Performing Arts
Date: Saturday 25th April 2015
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Venue: Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
There may not be soft lighting and roses on offer but there could be the possibility of starting a lasting relationship with a new director. Set, Costume, Lighting and Video Designers will meet with Directors, Producers and theatre makers based in the North East. They will have an opportunity to spend time looking through portfolios and talking about design, creative practice and theatre making.
After the Portfolio Speed Dating designers will be invited to take part in an open panel discussion with an audience made up of the participants from the Scrapyard project that will be taking place at the Lemon Tree during the week leading up to our event. Topics covered might include environmental impact of theatre designs, processes and inspiration, or none of the above!
There are 6 places available for this excellent opportunity to meet a new emerging creative community.
Your travel costs will be covered but booked directly for you by the Envelope Room. We will be unable to facilitate changes after bookings are made.
Application requirements: You must be a Set, Costume, Lighting or Video Designer and have a minimum of 3 realised productions in your portfolio. Designers must be interested in working in and around Aberdeen and prepared to commit their time on Saturday 25th April.
Application Process: If you are interested in taking part then please e-mail us a copy of an up to date CV and a link to your web-site (if you do not have a web-site then please send 3 images of your work. Please send these in a j-peg format). The theatre makers and directors for the event will be invited by Lesley Anne Rose, Artistic Producer at Aberdeen Performing Arts, through Creative Scotland’s Producers’ Project. The designers will be selected by Lisa Sangster & Claire Halleran.
DEADLINE: Applications should be submitted to [email protected] by midnight on Wednesday 4th February. We will let successful applicants know by Sunday 8th. Any questions please e-mail us and we will respond as soon as possible.
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Venue: Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
There may not be soft lighting and roses on offer but there could be the possibility of starting a lasting relationship with a new director. Set, Costume, Lighting and Video Designers will meet with Directors, Producers and theatre makers based in the North East. They will have an opportunity to spend time looking through portfolios and talking about design, creative practice and theatre making.
After the Portfolio Speed Dating designers will be invited to take part in an open panel discussion with an audience made up of the participants from the Scrapyard project that will be taking place at the Lemon Tree during the week leading up to our event. Topics covered might include environmental impact of theatre designs, processes and inspiration, or none of the above!
There are 6 places available for this excellent opportunity to meet a new emerging creative community.
Your travel costs will be covered but booked directly for you by the Envelope Room. We will be unable to facilitate changes after bookings are made.
Application requirements: You must be a Set, Costume, Lighting or Video Designer and have a minimum of 3 realised productions in your portfolio. Designers must be interested in working in and around Aberdeen and prepared to commit their time on Saturday 25th April.
Application Process: If you are interested in taking part then please e-mail us a copy of an up to date CV and a link to your web-site (if you do not have a web-site then please send 3 images of your work. Please send these in a j-peg format). The theatre makers and directors for the event will be invited by Lesley Anne Rose, Artistic Producer at Aberdeen Performing Arts, through Creative Scotland’s Producers’ Project. The designers will be selected by Lisa Sangster & Claire Halleran.
DEADLINE: Applications should be submitted to [email protected] by midnight on Wednesday 4th February. We will let successful applicants know by Sunday 8th. Any questions please e-mail us and we will respond as soon as possible.
Designers World Café
Calling all Stage Designers!
Set, Costume, Lighting, Video designers and assistants, we’d like to invite you to come and discuss the issues that matter to you at a World Café.
Two years ago we asked you for your thoughts on Design in Scottish Theatre and what our options might be. From that we developed the Envelope Room to what it is today. Now the Envelope Room needs your help to continue to grow and evolve.
We’d like to share our future plans and find out what you think but also hear your thoughts about the areas where we can improve our support and promotion of you, the designers.
One of the topics we will be covering is the designer’s role within the development of new work. We’d also like to invite you to contact us ([email protected]) if you have a question or issue they would like raised as part of the session.
When – Saturday 18t April 3.30pm – 6pm
Where – The Traverse Theatre (Traverse 2)
What – discussion and feedback with an opportunity to stay on afterwards and have a glass of something in the bar to catch up with friends and colleagues.
Thanks in advance to the Traverse for offering to give us a space to meet, looking forward to seeing you all there.
Set, Costume, Lighting, Video designers and assistants, we’d like to invite you to come and discuss the issues that matter to you at a World Café.
Two years ago we asked you for your thoughts on Design in Scottish Theatre and what our options might be. From that we developed the Envelope Room to what it is today. Now the Envelope Room needs your help to continue to grow and evolve.
We’d like to share our future plans and find out what you think but also hear your thoughts about the areas where we can improve our support and promotion of you, the designers.
One of the topics we will be covering is the designer’s role within the development of new work. We’d also like to invite you to contact us ([email protected]) if you have a question or issue they would like raised as part of the session.
When – Saturday 18t April 3.30pm – 6pm
Where – The Traverse Theatre (Traverse 2)
What – discussion and feedback with an opportunity to stay on afterwards and have a glass of something in the bar to catch up with friends and colleagues.
Thanks in advance to the Traverse for offering to give us a space to meet, looking forward to seeing you all there.
Christmas Drinks !!
It's coming to that time of the year...time to shake off the excessive glitter you've accumulated whilst getting the Christmas show off the ground, put a glass of something in your hand and take some time to catch up with friends.
All designers and collaborators welcome. Come raise a glass of mulled wine and lets celebrate the busy year that was 2014! It's also an opportunity to tell us what you think we should be doing in 2015. No need to RSVP, just show up on the day!
Date: Monday 15th December 2014
Venue: Pearces, Elm Row, Edinburgh
Time: 7pm onwards
All designers and collaborators welcome. Come raise a glass of mulled wine and lets celebrate the busy year that was 2014! It's also an opportunity to tell us what you think we should be doing in 2015. No need to RSVP, just show up on the day!
Date: Monday 15th December 2014
Venue: Pearces, Elm Row, Edinburgh
Time: 7pm onwards
Headlong Presents 1984 at the Citizens Theatre, meet the associates event
What?
A chance to sit in and observe the rehearsal and tech time on stage whilst the company work their magic on a turn around.
Lunch with the Design Associates and Video Designer (Another BYOS* event) to hear about their experience during the creation of the show.
You can explore the show more here on the Headlong website or to book tickets head to the Citizens website.
When?
Saturday 30th August at Citizens Theatre
10.30 - 2pm (Approximately)
Who?
Open to ALL designers who have an interest in Headlong and the 1984 Production. We are also opening this opportunity up to sound designers and composers. Please note we are limited to the number of places available.
How To Get Involved
Drop us an e-mail at [email protected] to say you would like to come along, and let us know what kind of designer (lx, video etc) you are so we can try to ensure a good mix of disciplines.
Closing Date For Applications Is Thursday 28th August At Midnight.
* BYOS - Bring Your Own Sandwich
A chance to sit in and observe the rehearsal and tech time on stage whilst the company work their magic on a turn around.
Lunch with the Design Associates and Video Designer (Another BYOS* event) to hear about their experience during the creation of the show.
You can explore the show more here on the Headlong website or to book tickets head to the Citizens website.
When?
Saturday 30th August at Citizens Theatre
10.30 - 2pm (Approximately)
Who?
Open to ALL designers who have an interest in Headlong and the 1984 Production. We are also opening this opportunity up to sound designers and composers. Please note we are limited to the number of places available.
How To Get Involved
Drop us an e-mail at [email protected] to say you would like to come along, and let us know what kind of designer (lx, video etc) you are so we can try to ensure a good mix of disciplines.
Closing Date For Applications Is Thursday 28th August At Midnight.
* BYOS - Bring Your Own Sandwich
EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL EVENT - TUESDAY 19th August
We are delighted to announce we are presenting an event along with the Edinburgh Festival Fringe as part of their participants programme.
Curious to know what inspires Designers & Directors? So are we! We are inviting fringe artists from far and wide to share what inspires them. Come along and absorb a whirlwind evening of pure visual delights.
We want to create a space where creative folk can share what inspires them thru a similar structure to Pecha Kucha. The idea is you present between 15-20 images over the course of 5-6 minutes which you feel gives a flavour about what inspires you. The images can be of anything! You could pick a single artist or choose to talk about various inspriations. You could even throw in a picture of your mum.
The event is on Tuesday 19th August at Fringe Central from 6-7pm with informal networking hosted by a secret gin sponsor 7-8pm. So you'll be rehydrated for your efforts (ish)!
We are really keen to have a mix of theatre artists, you don't have to be a designer at all. You just need to be happy to share the visual images which you find inspiring and/or which influence your work.
This event is part of our effort to create spaces for designers to meet other professionals and share what excites them in informal settings. It's an ongoing experiment!
Contact Lisa at [email protected] if you would like to present as part of this event. We want to hear from you!
Curious to know what inspires Designers & Directors? So are we! We are inviting fringe artists from far and wide to share what inspires them. Come along and absorb a whirlwind evening of pure visual delights.
We want to create a space where creative folk can share what inspires them thru a similar structure to Pecha Kucha. The idea is you present between 15-20 images over the course of 5-6 minutes which you feel gives a flavour about what inspires you. The images can be of anything! You could pick a single artist or choose to talk about various inspriations. You could even throw in a picture of your mum.
The event is on Tuesday 19th August at Fringe Central from 6-7pm with informal networking hosted by a secret gin sponsor 7-8pm. So you'll be rehydrated for your efforts (ish)!
We are really keen to have a mix of theatre artists, you don't have to be a designer at all. You just need to be happy to share the visual images which you find inspiring and/or which influence your work.
This event is part of our effort to create spaces for designers to meet other professionals and share what excites them in informal settings. It's an ongoing experiment!
Contact Lisa at [email protected] if you would like to present as part of this event. We want to hear from you!
JAMES PLAYS DESIGN EVENT with the National Theatre of Scotland
We're excited to announce that we've teamed up with the National Theatre of Scotland to bring you an event linked to the production of the James Plays.
The James Plays – James I, James II and James III – are a trio of new history plays by award-winning writer Rona Munro. Exhilarating and vividly imagined, they bring to life three generations of Stewart kings who ruled Scotland in the tumultuous fifteenth century. Each play stands alone as a unique vision of a country tussling with its past and future; together they create an intricate and compelling narrative on Scottish culture and nationhood, full of playful wit and boisterous theatricality.
The opportunity is for 10 designers to see all three James plays, visit the stage, talk with the production managers and meet the Designer Jon Bauser for a light lunch. This is a fantastic opportunity to discuss the creative challenges involved in staging the trilogy and to find out more about the creative journey which develops throughout the design process.
We have limited places so it would be ideal to be able to attend all of the shows and the discussion/meet the designer event and priority will be given to those who can manage this but we are aware that it is a busy time for everyone.
The event will be most suited to set and costume designers but is open to all, we are hoping to be able to have a mixture of both emerging designers and more experienced designers.
The dates are
Sunday 3rd August at 7.30pm – James I : The Key Will keep The Lock
Wednesday 6th August at 7.30pm – James II : Day of The Innocents
Friday 8th August at 7.30pm – James III : The True Mirror
Wednesday 6th August. 11am – 1pm - Meet the Designer and the Production Managers
The shows all run at approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes at the Festival Theatre, Edinburgh*. More information can be found here at the National Theatre of Scotland's website. These shows are ''open dress rehearsals'' and not previews that are open to the public.
If you would like to be apart of this event please email - [email protected] with a brief introduction ( a very basic biography would be good) and a couple of lines explaining why you'd like to come along.
The deadline is Tuesday 29th July 2014 at midnight - we're looking forward to hearing from you!
* sorry to say but we won't be able to cover travel expenses to this event.
The James Plays – James I, James II and James III – are a trio of new history plays by award-winning writer Rona Munro. Exhilarating and vividly imagined, they bring to life three generations of Stewart kings who ruled Scotland in the tumultuous fifteenth century. Each play stands alone as a unique vision of a country tussling with its past and future; together they create an intricate and compelling narrative on Scottish culture and nationhood, full of playful wit and boisterous theatricality.
The opportunity is for 10 designers to see all three James plays, visit the stage, talk with the production managers and meet the Designer Jon Bauser for a light lunch. This is a fantastic opportunity to discuss the creative challenges involved in staging the trilogy and to find out more about the creative journey which develops throughout the design process.
We have limited places so it would be ideal to be able to attend all of the shows and the discussion/meet the designer event and priority will be given to those who can manage this but we are aware that it is a busy time for everyone.
The event will be most suited to set and costume designers but is open to all, we are hoping to be able to have a mixture of both emerging designers and more experienced designers.
The dates are
Sunday 3rd August at 7.30pm – James I : The Key Will keep The Lock
Wednesday 6th August at 7.30pm – James II : Day of The Innocents
Friday 8th August at 7.30pm – James III : The True Mirror
Wednesday 6th August. 11am – 1pm - Meet the Designer and the Production Managers
The shows all run at approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes at the Festival Theatre, Edinburgh*. More information can be found here at the National Theatre of Scotland's website. These shows are ''open dress rehearsals'' and not previews that are open to the public.
If you would like to be apart of this event please email - [email protected] with a brief introduction ( a very basic biography would be good) and a couple of lines explaining why you'd like to come along.
The deadline is Tuesday 29th July 2014 at midnight - we're looking forward to hearing from you!
* sorry to say but we won't be able to cover travel expenses to this event.
LUNCHTIME CONVERSATION WITH FRED POMMEREHN
Berlin based Istallation Artist and Designer Fred Pommerehn is hosting an informal lunch where he is inviting set, costume, lighting and video designers to come along and hear about his work and to discuss the differences between how theatre is created on mainland Europe and in Scotland. Come along and be part of what promises to be an interesting discussion.
The event will take place in Edinburgh between 12-2pm on Weds 7th May at Summerhall.
Places are limited so please e-mail us to reserve a place at
[email protected] (first come, first served)
p.s. This is a B.Y.O.S event! (Bring your own sandwiches)
The event will take place in Edinburgh between 12-2pm on Weds 7th May at Summerhall.
Places are limited so please e-mail us to reserve a place at
[email protected] (first come, first served)
p.s. This is a B.Y.O.S event! (Bring your own sandwiches)
DESIGNERS SOCIAL iN EDINBURGH
Date: Wednesday 16th April 2014
Time: 6pm onwards
Venue: Traverse Theatre Bar!
Come and join us for a glass of something and a catch up! All designers and collaborators welcome.
Time: 6pm onwards
Venue: Traverse Theatre Bar!
Come and join us for a glass of something and a catch up! All designers and collaborators welcome.
PORTFOLIO SPEED DATING
Date: Wednesday 16th April 2014
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Venue: Traverse Theatre
There may not be soft lighting and roses on offer but there could be the possibility of starting a lasting relationship with a new director.
Designers and Directors will spend time looking through portfolios and talking about design, creative practice and theatre making.
There are 10 places available for this excellent networking opportunity.
Application requirements: This event is aimed at designers in the early stages of their careers. You must have a minimum of 3 realised shows in your portfolio. We will accept applications from those with up to 5 years of experience.
To Apply: Please send a note of your interest and a copy of your CV with a link to your web-site (if you do not have a web-site please send 3 images of your work in jpeg format) to [email protected]
Deadline: Applications must be recieved by Sunday 30th March at midnight. We aim to let successful applicants know a.s.a.p after closing date.
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Venue: Traverse Theatre
There may not be soft lighting and roses on offer but there could be the possibility of starting a lasting relationship with a new director.
Designers and Directors will spend time looking through portfolios and talking about design, creative practice and theatre making.
There are 10 places available for this excellent networking opportunity.
Application requirements: This event is aimed at designers in the early stages of their careers. You must have a minimum of 3 realised shows in your portfolio. We will accept applications from those with up to 5 years of experience.
To Apply: Please send a note of your interest and a copy of your CV with a link to your web-site (if you do not have a web-site please send 3 images of your work in jpeg format) to [email protected]
Deadline: Applications must be recieved by Sunday 30th March at midnight. We aim to let successful applicants know a.s.a.p after closing date.
DESIGNERS SOCIAL IN DUNDEE
Date: Monday 7th April 2014
Time: 8pm onwards
Venue: DCA Bar
Come and join us for a glass of something and a catch up! All designers and collaborators welcome.
Time: 8pm onwards
Venue: DCA Bar
Come and join us for a glass of something and a catch up! All designers and collaborators welcome.
PORTFOLIO SURGERY
Are you a designer in the early stages of your career? Would you like the opportunity to receive feedback on your portfolio from an experienced designer and director?
We are offering 20 minute slots for designers to show their work and receive practical feedback on the presentation of your work. The idea behind the sessions is to offer an opportunity to gain honest and constructive feedback on how you are presenting yourself and your designs.
Our Portfolio surgeries will take place in Edinburgh & Glasgow.
Dates: Tuesday 18th March 2014
Where: Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Times: Times will be allocated in 20 minute slots, throughout the afternoon.
For the Edinburgh sessions you will be presenting your work to Jemima Levick, Co-Artistic Director at Dundee Rep and Designer Jess Worrall.
Date: Tuesday 18th March 2014
Where: Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Times: Times will be allocated in 20 minute slots, throughout the evening.
For the Glasgow sessions you will be presenting your work to Dougie Irvine, Artistic Director of Visisble Fictions and Designer Jess Worrall.
Who can apply: This opportunity is for early stage career designers. We will accept applications from designers who have five years or less experience as a working designer. You must have at least 3 pieces of realised work in your portfolio. We will choose designers who we feel will benefit the most from the opportunity, the more work you have in your portfolio the more scope there is to receive constructive feedback.
How do I apply: Please send a CV and link to your website (if you have one) to [email protected]. When you apply please indicate your preferred location for your surgery if you have one. We will try to accomodate this as much as possible.
Deadline: Applications must be received by midnight Friday 28th February. We aim to let successful designers know by Tuesday 4th March.
Any questions please e-mail Lisa or Claire at [email protected].
We are offering 20 minute slots for designers to show their work and receive practical feedback on the presentation of your work. The idea behind the sessions is to offer an opportunity to gain honest and constructive feedback on how you are presenting yourself and your designs.
Our Portfolio surgeries will take place in Edinburgh & Glasgow.
Dates: Tuesday 18th March 2014
Where: Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Times: Times will be allocated in 20 minute slots, throughout the afternoon.
For the Edinburgh sessions you will be presenting your work to Jemima Levick, Co-Artistic Director at Dundee Rep and Designer Jess Worrall.
Date: Tuesday 18th March 2014
Where: Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Times: Times will be allocated in 20 minute slots, throughout the evening.
For the Glasgow sessions you will be presenting your work to Dougie Irvine, Artistic Director of Visisble Fictions and Designer Jess Worrall.
Who can apply: This opportunity is for early stage career designers. We will accept applications from designers who have five years or less experience as a working designer. You must have at least 3 pieces of realised work in your portfolio. We will choose designers who we feel will benefit the most from the opportunity, the more work you have in your portfolio the more scope there is to receive constructive feedback.
How do I apply: Please send a CV and link to your website (if you have one) to [email protected]. When you apply please indicate your preferred location for your surgery if you have one. We will try to accomodate this as much as possible.
Deadline: Applications must be received by midnight Friday 28th February. We aim to let successful designers know by Tuesday 4th March.
Any questions please e-mail Lisa or Claire at [email protected].
DESIGNERS CHRISTMAS PARTY!
We are having a freelance designers christmas get together on Monday 16th December at Sloans Pub in Glasgow. We will be there from 6.30pm onwards so please come and join us to celebrate the festive season! Everyone is welcome, don't be shy!
DESIGNING FOR CHILDRENS THEATRE - an imaginate Talent Hub Session
Providing an insight to the creative process of the designer, this workshop will explore the evolving relationship between director and designer when creating a design for childrens’ theatre.
We will look at where inspiration might come from, how ideas are developed and designs are realised with a young audience in mind.
Come and join Claire and Matt for an opportunity to make connections and explore your idea of creativity. This is open to those who are interested in starting to design for childrens’ theatre and directors who would like to develop an understanding in design.
Claire Halleran and Matt Addicott have worked together creating shows for children over the last five years. Shows include First Light (Starcatchers), Rudolf, (macrobert arts centre), One More Story (Imaginate), The Cloud Factory (Starcatchers) and Goldilocks. They are currently working on Friends Electric (Visible Fictions) and Red Riding Hood (Platform).
Imaginate Talent Hub Sessions are aimed at those making work for the children and young people and discussions will focus on this sector.
Booking
The cost for attending one session is £10.00 (inc VAT). If you wish to book for 2 or more sessions, each additional session will cost £5.00 each.
To book your tickets please contact the Traverse Theatre Box Office:
T: 0131 228 1404
We will look at where inspiration might come from, how ideas are developed and designs are realised with a young audience in mind.
Come and join Claire and Matt for an opportunity to make connections and explore your idea of creativity. This is open to those who are interested in starting to design for childrens’ theatre and directors who would like to develop an understanding in design.
Claire Halleran and Matt Addicott have worked together creating shows for children over the last five years. Shows include First Light (Starcatchers), Rudolf, (macrobert arts centre), One More Story (Imaginate), The Cloud Factory (Starcatchers) and Goldilocks. They are currently working on Friends Electric (Visible Fictions) and Red Riding Hood (Platform).
Imaginate Talent Hub Sessions are aimed at those making work for the children and young people and discussions will focus on this sector.
Booking
The cost for attending one session is £10.00 (inc VAT). If you wish to book for 2 or more sessions, each additional session will cost £5.00 each.
To book your tickets please contact the Traverse Theatre Box Office:
T: 0131 228 1404
PORTFOLIO SPEED DATING
Date: 27th September 2013
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Venue: National Theatre of Scotland (exact location tbc)
There may not be soft lighting and roses on offer but there could be the possibility of starting a lasting relationship with a new director.
Set & Costume Designers and Directors will spend time looking through portfolios and talking about design, creative practice and theatre making.
There are 10 places available for this excellent networking opportunity.
Application requirements: You must be a Set & Costume Designer and have a minimum of 3 professional shows in your portfolio.
Application Process: If you are interested in taking part then please e-mail us a copy of an up to date CV and a link to your web-site (if you do not have a web-site then please send 3 images of your work. Please send these in a j-peg format). The directors for the event have been selected by NTS and the designers will be selected by Lisa Sangster, Claire Halleran and 2 representatives from NTS.
DEADLINE: Applications should be submitted to [email protected] by Sunday 8th September. We will let successful applicants know by Friday 13th. Any questions please e-mail us and we will respond as soon as possible.
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Venue: National Theatre of Scotland (exact location tbc)
There may not be soft lighting and roses on offer but there could be the possibility of starting a lasting relationship with a new director.
Set & Costume Designers and Directors will spend time looking through portfolios and talking about design, creative practice and theatre making.
There are 10 places available for this excellent networking opportunity.
Application requirements: You must be a Set & Costume Designer and have a minimum of 3 professional shows in your portfolio.
Application Process: If you are interested in taking part then please e-mail us a copy of an up to date CV and a link to your web-site (if you do not have a web-site then please send 3 images of your work. Please send these in a j-peg format). The directors for the event have been selected by NTS and the designers will be selected by Lisa Sangster, Claire Halleran and 2 representatives from NTS.
DEADLINE: Applications should be submitted to [email protected] by Sunday 8th September. We will let successful applicants know by Friday 13th. Any questions please e-mail us and we will respond as soon as possible.
OPEN DISCUSSION ON TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN
Date - 26th August 2013
Time - 2pm - 4pm
Venue - RCS, Renfrew Street, Glasgow
During the 2013 Edinburgh International Festival six designers were selected to see 3 shows, Histoire d'Amore, Madame Freedom and Dido & Aeneas/Bluebeards Castle with Laurie Sansom.
The shows were considered with the idea of technology and design as a theme and on the afternoon of the 26th of August they are gathering to discuss their thoughts and impressions of the shows.
The debate and discussion is open to all. Please contact us to let us know if you would like to reserve a free place.
Contact - [email protected]
We would like to thank the Edinburgh International Festival and the National Theatre of Scotland for supporting this event.
Time - 2pm - 4pm
Venue - RCS, Renfrew Street, Glasgow
During the 2013 Edinburgh International Festival six designers were selected to see 3 shows, Histoire d'Amore, Madame Freedom and Dido & Aeneas/Bluebeards Castle with Laurie Sansom.
The shows were considered with the idea of technology and design as a theme and on the afternoon of the 26th of August they are gathering to discuss their thoughts and impressions of the shows.
The debate and discussion is open to all. Please contact us to let us know if you would like to reserve a free place.
Contact - [email protected]
We would like to thank the Edinburgh International Festival and the National Theatre of Scotland for supporting this event.