Atlanta Dramatists presents Two Workshops by Jessica Bennett:
INTIMACY COORDINATION FOR BEGINNERS
September 7 from 11am – 1pm
and
STAGE COMBAT FOR BEGINNERS
September 7 from 2pm – 4pm
Description: Both workshops are specifically tailored for playwrights, directors, actors, and anyone else with a love of theatre! Both workshops will help students become more confident in handling scenes of intimacy and/or violence on the stage and screen. Whether trying to write a scene of intimacy or violence in your script, or having to act or direct such a scene, many artists might feel awkward or uncomfortable, which is where this workshop might help.
When: Saturday, Sept 7 from 11am-1pm (Intimacy Coordination) and from 2pm-4pm (Stage Combat).
How much: $30 for each workshop or $50 for both*
Where: Academy Theatre, 599 N Central Ave, Hapeville, GA, 30354
Who: Instructor Jessica Bennett
Bio: Jessica Erin Bennett is an Atlanta based Stunt Professional & Intimacy Director & Coordinator with credits such as: Stunt Doubling Billie Eilish on Swarm, Intimacy Coordinating shows such as The Big Door Prize, Swarm, & The Idea of You, Intimacy Direction for Nashville Rep's Fences and Nashville Symphony's The Jonah People, & Stunt Coordinating the Never Hike Alone Series & You're Killing Me on Showtime. Jessica is also a founding member & COO with Intimacy Professionals Education Collective (IPECIntimacy.com) where they offer movement-based training for Intimacy Directors, Coordinators looking for accreditation, and continued education. You can connect with Jessica on Instagram @jessicaebennett. Jessica is represented by Tanisha Whiting with United Talent for Stunt & Intimacy Coordination, and managed by Matt Chassin.
To register, please visit: https://atlantadramatists.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200458856
Payment will also be accepted via Venmo at @atlantadramatists or Zelle at atlantadramatists@gmail.com. (If paying through Venmo or Zelle, please leave a comment explaining what the payment is for).
For more information, please contact our Education Coordinator Alicia Pillsbury at aliciapillsbury@gmail.com
*Need-based discount available on request.
