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Join The CDB Group and Durham Fringe team to help us build a theatre in just one day!
This summer, Durham Fringe is opening The Academy, a new performing arts venue in the heart of Durham City. The venue will house a 70-capacity theatre space which will soon play host to five days of performances during the 6th Durham Fringe Festival, and it will be a space which we bring to life with regular Durham Fringe Presents events and share with other organisers, partners and collaborators.
On Friday 19th June, we're inviting 10 people to learn how to build a venue. How will you learn? By helping us build it! No previous experience is required -- we'll give you all the information and tools you'll need to make this possible.
Task will include building:
- A seating rostra
- Overhead truss system
- Pipe and drape space dividers
- Portable dance floor
Who is this day for?
This session is designed to give real-world experience to anyone interested in pursuing a career in live event production, whether that's theatre, live music or even commercial and conferencing. You might be studying or considering making a career change, and you're on the path to becoming a freelance or in-house Technician.
Important things to note:
- You must be aged 16 or over to take part
- This session is physical and includes manual labour. This includes lifting heavy objects and using tools. You will be receive a health and safety briefing but please be mindful of the session's content. If you have any accessibility requirements or concerns you'd like to flag, please let us know in advance of the session and we will endeavour to offer any support we can.
- Steel toe cap boots are required when taking part in physical activities. If you have your own, please wear/bring these to the session. We have requested your shoe size during the booking. We will provide some options for attendees who need them
- Refreshments and lunch will be provided. Reimbursement of public transport is available on request. We'll need to scan your ticket during the session.
Space is very limited and will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis. If you book a free place but are no longer able to attend, please let us know and we'll release your ticket to the next person in line.
Do you have any questions? Email maria@durhamfringe.co.uk
The Durham Fringe Academy is supported using public funding by Arts Council England.