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Introduction to Dramatherapy (18+)
Short Study – Weekend Short Course
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Overview
This intensive weekend course will provide you with a basic understanding of the principles of dramatherapy.
Participants will be introduced to the core processes inherent to dramatherapy as a therapeutic practice. The sessions will explore play, dramatic projection, role-play, witnessing, embodiment, symbol and metaphor and the life-drama connection as the tools of this psychotherapeutic approach.
The course aims to offer participants an introduction to dramatherapy by engaging them in an experiential group process. Participants will be invited to explore various creative methods and structures, while learning about the application of dramatherapy as a distinct discipline in diverse community and clinical settings.
Each session will be followed by the opportunity to reflect on the creative experiences, with participants encouraged to consider the key therapeutic concepts and learn from the group processes.
This course may be of particular interest for theatre practitioners, health workers, nurses, midwives, psychologists, social workers and teachers.
This is an open access course for anyone who is interested in learning about dramatherapy. An interest in the field is beneficial, but no previous drama or clinical background is necessary.
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The important details
Age:
18+
Cost:
£190
Date:
12-13 October 2024
Time:
Saturday and Sunday, 10am - 5pm
Venue:
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB
Course Information
There are no entry requirements for this open access course. Students do not need to have previous experience. Students should show up to class eager to learn and take part.
If you have any questions about this class or the support we can offer, please get in touch with us at shortcourses@rcs.ac.uk
- Plan and prepare to attend all classes.
- Dress comfortably in clothes which are suitable for the activity you are taking part in.
- Bring a notepad and pen/pencil in case you wish to make notes.
- Please bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during your class.
Anastasia McWilliams
Anastasia McWilliams is an arts psychotherapist specialising in dramatherapy and phototherapy. She holds an MA in Dramatherapy (University of Roehampton, London) and an MA in Advanced Theatre Practice (Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, London). She has additional training in Therapeutic Photography (School of Applied Social Studies, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen) and in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Centre of Therapy, Glasgow)
Anastasia is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and has extensive clinical experience practising in private practice, the NHS and the Third Sector in Glasgow, Dundee and London. Between 2014-2018 she was running the dramatherapy service at Dundee Rep Theatre and has delivered Introduction to Dramatherapy courses to medical students in University of Dundee.
She currently runs a private practise in Glasgow where she offers a creative therapeutic approach that aims to support expression and exploration of capacities for insight, encourage positive change and improve emotional and psychological well-being.
Zoe Brook
Zoe Brook is an HCPC registered Arts Therapist specialising in Dramatherapy. Zoe is also a theatre practitioner who has used her combined skills to deliver dramatherapy and therapeutic theatre programmes in community, health and education settings for over 20 years.
Zoe is a co-founder and director of Scottish therapeutic arts charity Bazooka Arts. The charity provides therapy and therapeutic arts programmes for adults and children affected by mental ill health, trauma , ACES and long term conditions; prioritising the inclusion of people affected by health inequalities. Over the past 5 years Zoe has been part of a multi-institutional research project (involving Goldsmiths, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Queen Mary University of London) which culminated in her dramatherapy work being included in a book called New Pathways.
Further Information
We want to ensure as many children, young people and adult learners as possible can access the performing and production arts education that is offered through Short Courses at RCS. Financial support options available for Short Courses include:
Agnes Allan Bursary
Agnes Allan was a teacher, passionate about inclusion, and this bursary scheme exists to offer support to students to participate in the performing or production arts.
The Agnes Allan Bursary provides some support to students who may require financial assistance to take part in a short course in dance, drama, music, production or screen.
Anyone who wishes to take part in our Short Courses and faces a financial barrier can apply for bursary support to help meet the cost of tuition fees.
James McAvoy Drama Scholarships
BAFTA-winning and Golden Globe nominated actor James McAvoy is committed to nurturing the creative potential of young Scots who experience barriers to access and participate in drama at RCS Short Courses.
James is a graduate of the BA Acting programme at RCS and Patron of the Junior Conservatoire of Drama. The Glasgow-born actor has funded the new James McAvoy Drama Scholarships to enable young people to experience the world-class drama training at RCS as he did.
The scholarship aims to support applicants who would otherwise find meeting the cost of tuition fees at RCS a barrier to accessing pre-Higher Education drama training at the Royal Conservatoire.
You can find more information about these funds on our Financial Support page.
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