Atlanta Dramatists presents Two Workshops by Jessica Bennett:
DEMYSTIFYING STAGE INTIMACY
September 7 from 11am – 1pm
and
DEMYSTIFYING STAGE COMBAT
September 7 from 2pm – 4pm
Description: Does the thought of being intimate on stage cause you panic? What about the thought of fighting in front of an audience? Are you a writer who struggles to write such scenes because you worry about either the actors’ safety, or that it just won’t look right on the stage? Are you a director who can create amazing stage pictures, but worries about making actors uncomfortable in the more sensitive moments? Many artists feel awkward or uncomfortable in these scenes but are sometimes too afraid to speak up about their discomfort, which is where these workshops come into play. Both are specifically tailored for playwrights, directors, actors, and anyone else with a love of theatre! I am here to answer your questions and help give you confidence during scenes of intimacy and/or violence on the stage and screen. The goal of these workshops is to give you some basic tools and advocacy to move forward with more confidence. Let’s unpack this discomfort and ask ourselves what it is we need in order to move forward more dynamically and confidently in our roles.
Note: There will be some movement and interaction during these workshops, but it will also involve a lot of talking. Shy people are welcome!
When: Saturday, Sept 7 from 11am-1pm (Stage Intimacy) and from 2pm-4pm (Stage Combat).
How much: $30 for each workshop or $50 for both*
*Need-based discount available on request.
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 for the Stage Intimacy workshop, please click here: https://atlantadramatists.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200458856
To register for the Stage Combat workshop, please click here: https://atlantadramatists.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200458857
To register for both, please sign up for both, and select the “Attending Both Workshops” option. Please do this under both workshops to receive the discount.
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.
