Moving Forward: Reflections on Theatre Training Institutions

Moving Forward: Reflections on Theatre Training Institutions

Author: Segal Centre for Performing Arts April 7, 2022 Duration: 1:39:56
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For our second episode of Backstage Chatter, we are revisiting a panel discussion that originally aired in May 2021. Moving Forward is a panel of recent graduates from five Anglophone Quebec theatre institutions to reflect on what works, what needs to change, and how to move forward.

Over the past few years, we have discovered more about the harsh reality of what many theatre students have experienced behind closed doors. As artistic practices evolve to encourage representation and space for creativity to thrive, are educational institutions also evolving to meet the needs of this fast-paced industry? In a business where techniques are constantly evolving, why do acting institutions continue to hold on to outdated theatrical traditions?

Our guest host is Gabriela Saltiel, co-founder of Acting in Good Company and the Segal Centre's Project Manager, Operations, and Assistant to the General Manager. Our moderators are Kayleigh Choiniere and Mara Lazaris, two more co-founders of Acting in Good Company.

Panelists:

  • Dakota J Wellman, Bishop's University
  • Camila Fitzgibbon, John Abbott College
  • Rebecca Gibian, National Theatre School
  • Meagan Schroeder, Concordia University
  • Gabe Maharjan, Dawson College

Ever wonder what happens when the house lights go down and the real conversations begin? Backstage Chatter @ The Segal pulls back the curtain on the world of theatre, courtesy of Montreal's Segal Centre for the Performing Arts. This isn't just a collection of interviews; it's a vibrant archive where past dialogues find new life. You'll hear from theatre artists, both local and international, in moments that are as likely to be playful and funny as they are deeply insightful. Each episode draws from the Centre's rich programming, revisiting pre-show panel discussions and candid conversations that originally revolved around the themes of their mainstage productions. The result is a thoughtful exploration of the ideas that fuel the stories we see on stage, and how those stories resonate within our community. Tune in to this podcast for a unique blend of artistic process and the bigger questions that live just offstage, offering a deeper appreciation for the work that defines one of Canada's leading English theatres.
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