Deadline for this first round is Dec. 21, 2007
Jumblies Theatre is accepting applications for its new training and mentorship program, the Jumblies Studio, in partnership with Davenport Perth Neighbourhood Centre (DPNC).
- 8 weeks of practical, professional training and mentorship with Jumblies on a half-time basis including:
- Orientation to and involvement in Jumblies ongoing projects and activities;
- Facilitating a 4 week mini-project workshop in a specific artistic discipline at DPNC (designed and implemented by the artist with support and supervision from Jumblies);
- Participating in a series of seminars offered by Jumblies;
- Access to artist mentors from within or outside of Jumblies; and
- Support for future plans and projects.
In this trial year there are no associated fees or charges. Interns can apply for bursaries of up to $2,000 each. For the mini-project Jumblies will also provide supplies, resources and a small budget for materials if needed. For out-of-town interns, we may be able to arrange affordable billets.
- People with arts training and/or experience; their own arts practice; some background in community arts; and an interest in developing skills, self-sufficiency and a personal style and vision in the field;
- Artists from diverse cultural traditions and backgrounds;
- Artists from any discipline or cross-discipline;
- Artists interested in the approach and aesthetics of Jumblies Theatre.
- The deadline for this first round is Dec. 21, 2007.
- There will be further opportunities in the summer and in the 08/09 season: so please also get In touch if you are interested in the longer-run.
FOR MORE INFORMATION please contact us at: info@jumbliestheatre.org