Makhampom Theatre Group

Based in Northern Thailand and Bangkok, Makhampom presents a diverse program of activity with young people and in a broader community focus. To complement the context of their theatre practice they have developed a style that combines Thai contemporary and traditional Thai performance styles with community cultural development techniques. These two workshops for teachers and practicing artists (performers, directors) offer an introduction to these practices and further insight into a distinctive Thai form.

 

Facilitated by Makhampom Creative Directors - Pradit Prasartthong, Duangjai Hirunsri and Richard Barber.

An introduction to Makhampom’s intercultural physical performance style through a group devised process. Through a series of Makhampom’s physical theatre games and warm-up, participants will develop a collection of body shapes that, through group process, will be the basis of creating short performance.

An introduction to the basic Thai lakhon (dance drama) gestures and stylised dance-drama movements. From basic technique in communicating through gesture, participants will develop short participant-devised motifs, culminating in a small showcase of playful gesture-based story.

 

Saturday 17th May

10.30am-2.00pm

 

Where: Odeon Theatre
Corner Queen St & The Parade, Norwood

Sunday 18th May

10.30am-2.00pm

Price includes ticket to Makhampom performance Never Say Die.

Please note these workshops are open to the general public (teachers) and ASSITEJ Delegates.

Where: Nexus Multicultural Centre, Lion Arts Centre
Corner North Terrace & Morphett St

 

Note: Each Workshop is strictly limited to twenty participants.

 

School Box Office

Tel: 8271 1422

Fax: 8271 9905

 

Delegate bookings: as a part of the Registration Package

$55 per person per workshop

$100 for both workshops