Time & the Conways- process through Unit 4 by Zosia Malcolm Malcolm

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Mission, Vision, Values:

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Uniting diverse voices from around the world through the transformative medium of storytelling, we illuminate the universal truths that bind us all, inviting audiences to contemplate the intricacies of kinship, the passage of time, and the profound potential within each moment to shape the course of our futures. With empathy as our compass and creativity as our guide, we embark on a shared quest to delve into the depths of human experience, sparking conversations that resonate across borders and

generations. Our theatre group aims to create a mirror for our audience as our stories unfold on stage, we invite audiences to contemplate their own relationships, the passage of time in their lives, and the potential for change within themselves. In this shared exploration of the human condition, we hope to inspire introspection, empathy, and a deeper appreciation for the complexity of our shared humanity.

Rehearsal Process from Labs:

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As a group, we individually delved into our characters, their backstories, emotions and behaviour. I found our sessions with Phoebe to be the most helpful- when it came to our characters physical appearance and movements. Phoebe helped me become my character, just by taking the time to walk around the space with the right intention and mannerisms. But i must say the repetitiveness of our scenes in our Lab sessions gave me new ideas for my character each time, as i had the time and space to really experiment with my voice, actions, and reactions. I loved how comfortable I felt within my group. Whenever I found myself struggling with a scene, I knew i could ask my peers for help at any moment. And the thing i loved the most while creating our piece, were the breaks in which we blasted music. It was very refreshing to just be able to dance and sing along to songs, as it made me take my mind off the play, which later on helped me rehearse.

Documenting the rehearsal process with photos and videos enriched our creative journey, offered valuable insights, and personally, I believe that it's always helpful to journal the rehearsal process of any performance, in any way, depending on own preferences. I myself love to document by taking pictures and videos, as i can look back at our sessions at any moment.

Independent Rehearsals:

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Although I found Lab with Almiro, and training with Phoebe to be most helpful, I believe my independent rehearsals were crucial for our piece. As this was the first time we performed on stage for a significant amount of time, we had to memorise our script as soon as possible, which was a challenge for me. Looking back now, I am proud of what we accomplished, however I know I could have given myself more time for independent studies.

Marketing:

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For marketing, we decided to focus on creating a poster, as we thought it brings more of a visual understanding of our performance. And the two key essentials: the passage of time, and the bittersweet relationships between family members.

Theatre Company in Context:

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Warszawska Opera Kameralna (Warsaw Chamber Opera)

Warszawska Opera Kameralna (WOK) is a respected opera company in Warsaw, Poland. Founded in 1961.

WOK has succeeded as a theatre company through several key approaches:

The company specializes in Baroque and Classical operas, especially Mozart's works, performed with historical authenticity.

Performing in smaller, more intimate venues creates a closer connection between performers and audience, enhancing the overall experience.
The company blends well-known masterpieces with lesser-known works and contemporary pieces.
They offer programs to introduce young people to opera and provide workshops and lectures to deepen audience understanding.
The company embraces new technologies and innovative production techniques, from creative set designs to modern interpretations, continually pushing the boundaries of traditional opera.

These elements combine to make the Warsaw Chamber Opera a distinguished and successful theatre company. I was fortunate enough to work in WOK's theatre production of "Przerwana Cisza"/ "Interrupted Silence".

Character & Diction

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Being part of the team responsible for hair, makeup, and costume design for our performance in "Time and the Conways" was an exhilarating and creatively demanding experience. The play, which shifts between two distinct time periods—1919 and 1937—required us to create two different looks for each character to reflect their younger and older selves. This duality presented a unique challenge but also a fantastic opportunity to explore character development through visual transformation.

The most important element of clothing were the shoes, as it embraced our characters development by literally, stepping into their shoes. When it came to the costume designs, we focused on the colour scheme, as a way of showing the contrast between younger and older versions of each character. The dual costume designs and transformations in hair and makeup were crucial in bringing the characters' stories to life, helping the audience connect with their journeys through time.