Devising

Creating Original Theatre

After a series of warm-up exercises, participants will use various stimuli to devise their own theatrical work in a supportive and nurturing environment. This workshop emphasises collaborative creation and exploration of original ideas.

Perfect for:

Junior Cycle | TY | LC DFTS

Skills & Takeaways:

  • Turning stimulus into a creative project
  • Project planning: concept to script
  • Defining creative roles (e.g. director, designer)
  • Pre-production tools: sketches, storyboards

Curriculum Links:

  • JC: Drama, English (Writing)
  • TY: Creative Project Work, Group Devising
  • LC DFTS: All Three Strands

Assessment Support:

  • JC CBA: Collection of Texts (English), CSPE Action Project
  • LC DFTS: CP 1.6, CP 1.9

TY Focus:

Empowers creative independence and collaborative ownership—ideal for TY mini-productions or group projects.