A transformative 3-week advanced program, the National Devised Theatre Intensive, led by Ghost River Theatre’s Artistic Director Eric Rose, and award-winning performer, puppeteer, educator, and creator Jamie Konchak, this intensive program offers participants a deep dive into the art of devising theatre. Designed for both established and emerging artists and educators from across the country, GRT’s 3-Week National Devised Theatre Intensive is a comprehensive experience open to adventurous creators from all disciplines—whether you’re a designer, dramaturg, performer, writer, dancer, visual artist, musician, or digital artist.
Over the course of three intensive weeks, participants will engage in a hands-on exploration of the complete devised production process, from initial concept to public performance. This is an opportunity to develop your creative toolkit, expand your collaborative network, and ignite your artistic practice in an inspiring environment.
What You’ll Explore:
– The Dramaturgy of Devised Work: Practical approaches to shaping a story from scratch
– Audience Engagement: Theory and methods for connecting with your audience in innovative ways
– Collaboration & Decision-Making: Long-term strategies for effective teamwork
– Marketing and Grant Writing: Workshops that address the specific challenges of promoting and funding new work
– Building a National Network: Forge connections with fellow artists invested in a shared creative process and future collaboration
– Visual Storytelling: Employing visual approaches to narrative
– Non-Traditional Text Generation: Creative methods for developing dialogue and structure
– Healthy Creation Practices: Key principles for sustaining an artistic practice over the long term
DATES AND TIMES
June 1 – 20, 2026
June 1 – 16: Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (with an hour break at ~1:00 pm)
June 17 – 18: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm (10 out of 12 hour day with an evening performance on the 20th)
June 19: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm (evening performance and closing night party)
June 20: Debrief and Strike. Times TDB.
Venue
West Village Theatre: 2007 10th Ave SW, Calgary, AB, T3C 0K4.
PRICING
$1850 plus GST.
This intensive is limited to a maximum of 16 participants. For more information about the program and to stay up to date as we reveal more details, please contact rgray@ghostrivertheatre.com.
A $300 deposit is due two weeks after acceptance. Full payment is due April 1, 2026. If needed, applicants can request to set up a payment plan by contacting Executive Director, Christy Offer, at: ed@ghostrivertheatre.com
Billets may be available. Early application is encouraged to enable Ghost River to support participants’ funding applications.
TO REGISTER VISIT: www.ghostrivertheatre.com/3weekintensive
